Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chorkie Versus Collie: Introduction
- Chorkie versus Collie: Overview
- Chorkie versus Collie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Collie
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Collie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Collie
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of Collie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Collie
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Collie
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Do Chorkies shed more than Collies?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Collie?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Collie
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Collies?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Collie?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Collie?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Collie?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Collies?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Collies?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Collie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus Collie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus Collie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Collie? Well, you have come to the right place. In this article, we will provide you a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chorkie and the Collie better suits you.
We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Chorkie and the Collie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Collie is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.
Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Chorkie and for the Collie. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chorkie and the Collie.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chorkie or the Collie
Chorkie versus Collie: Overview
A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Collie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Collie is a medium-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chorkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Collie belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Chorkie versus Collie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the Collie based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.
When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets
Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.
However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.
| Factor | Chorkie | Collie |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches | 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder |
| Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 50 to 70 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $990 | $1480 |
| Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $1000 – $1800 |
| Temperament Score | 80.8 percent | |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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*Data from dogtime.com, OFA.org (The Orthopedic Foundation for Animals), petcalculator.com, wikipedia.org, ATTS.org (the American Temperament Test Society)
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chorkie in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Collie. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.
The Better-Pet score for a Chorkie is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for a Collie is 83 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Collie is a better pet than the Chorkie. So, you should get the Collie!
Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.
Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Chorkie and the Collie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Collie
Below is a list of where the Chorkie and the Collie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Collie
The Chorkie and the Collie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Collie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Collie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Collie.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Collies weigh 50 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Collies are 22 to 26 inches all at the shoulder when fully grown.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of Collie
The average price of the Chorkie puppy is $990. The price of the Chorkie typically ranges from $550 – $1200. However, the price of a Chorkie can be as low as $200 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 162 Chorkie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Collie puppy is $1480. The price of the Collie typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of a Collie can be as low as $300 and as high as $15000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 356 Collie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Collie is more expensive than the Chorkie.
| Chorkie | Collie | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $990 | $1480 |
| Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $1000 to $1800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Collie. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Collie puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chorkies. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Collies
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Collie puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.
Nevertheless, when looking from a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from one of those puppy mills that mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.
You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Collie
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
Collies do not like to be left alone.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Collies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Collies can very well tolerate cold weather.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Collie
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Collies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Collies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Collies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Do Chorkies shed more than Collies?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Collies shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Collie?
Chorkies have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Collies have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Collie
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Collies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Collies?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Collies get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Collie?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Collies get along very well with other dogs.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Collie?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
Collies require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Collie?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
Collies are very easy to train.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Collies?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Collies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Collies?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Collies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Collie?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
Collies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Collie?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
Collies are very good for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chorkie that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Chorkie:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Collie
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Collie that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.
We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Collie:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Collie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Collie to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Chorkie versus Lowchen Chorkie versus Irish Terrier Chorkie versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Chorkie versus Dutch Shepherd Chorkie versus Affenpinscher Chorkie versus Japanese Spitz Chorkie versus Berger Picard Chorkie versus Afador
Collie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Collie versus Brussels Griffon Collie versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Collie versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Collie versus Bichon Frise Collie versus Icelandic Sheepdog Collie versus English Setter Collie versus Spinone Italiano Collie versus Brittany Collie versus Miniature Schnauzer Collie versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Conclusion: Chorkie versus Collie. Which One is a Better Pet?
In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Chorkie and the Collie better suits you and your family.