Which is Better between the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro? A Very Detailed Review.

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Chorkie Versus Fila Brasileiro: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro? 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 Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro.

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 Fila Brasileiro

Chorkie versus Fila Brasileiro: Overview

A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Fila Brasileiro is a giant-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chorkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Fila Brasileiro belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Chorkie versus Fila Brasileiro: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chorkie to the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 2/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 9 to 12 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 2/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 2/5
Height 6 to 9 inches 24 to 30 inches
Weight 8 to 15 pounds 90 to 180 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 10.5 years
Average Price $990 $1270
Price Range $550 – $1200 $1000 – $1400
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data No Data

*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 Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro is 62 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chorkie is a better pet than the Fila Brasileiro. So, you should get the Chorkie!

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 Fila Brasileiro so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro

Below is a list of where the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro are most different:

  • Chorkies have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Fila Brasileiros have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Chorkies adapt well to apartment living. However, Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Chorkies are good for new dog owners. However, Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Chorkies are very playful. However, Fila Brasileiros not very playful.

    • The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro

    The Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro are most similar:

  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Fila Brasileiro

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Fila Brasileiro.

    Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Fila Brasileiros weigh 90 to 180 pounds when fully grown. Fila Brasileiros are 24 to 30 inches when fully grown.

    Price of Chorkie versus Price of Fila Brasileiro

    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 Fila Brasileiro puppy is $1270. The price of the Fila Brasileiro typically ranges from $1000 – $1400. However, the price of a Fila Brasileiro can be as low as $1000 and as high as $1800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 Fila Brasileiro puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Fila Brasileiro is more expensive than the Chorkie.

    Chorkie Fila Brasileiro
    Average Price $990 $1270
    Price Range $550 to $1200 $1000 to $1400

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Fila Brasileiro. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Fila Brasileiro 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 Chorkies. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros

    A breakdown of the prices of Fila Brasileiros

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Fila Brasileiros can be left alone only for a short time.

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Fila Brasileiros cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Fila Brasileiro

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Fila Brasileiros drool moderately.

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Fila Brasileiros Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Fila Brasileiros can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Do Chorkies shed more than Fila Brasileiros?

    Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Fila Brasileiros do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Fila Brasileiro?

    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.

    Fila Brasileiros 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. Fila Brasileiro

    Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Fila Brasileiros have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Fila Brasileiros?

    Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Fila Brasileiros get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Fila Brasileiro?

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Fila Brasileiros do not get along well with other dogs.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Fila Brasileiro?

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Fila Brasileiros are very easy to groom.

    Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Fila Brasileiro?

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Fila Brasileiros are not easy to train.

    Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Fila Brasileiros?

    Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Fila Brasileiros are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.

    Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Fila Brasileiros?

    Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Fila Brasileiros bark and howl, but not very much.

    Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Fila Brasileiro?

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

    Fila Brasileiros do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Fila Brasileiro?

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

    Fila Brasileiros are not the best dogs 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:

  • Maltese (79 percent match with Chorkie). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Maltese.
  • Yorkshire Terrier (83 percent match with Chorkie). Here is our comparison of the Fila Brasileiro vs Yorkshire Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Fila Brasileiro

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Fila Brasileiro 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 Fila Brasileiro:

  • Afador (75 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Afador.
  • Cane Corso (76 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Cane Corso.
  • Dogo Argentino (80 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Dogo Argentino.
  • Boerboel (78 percent match with Fila Brasileiro). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Boerboel.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Fila Brasileiro compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Fila Brasileiro to other breeds:

    Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chorkie versus Stabyhoun     Chorkie versus Papillon     Chorkie versus Great Pyrenees     Chorkie versus Silky Terrier     Chorkie versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Chorkie versus American Foxhound     Chorkie versus Dalmatian     Chorkie versus Havanese     Chorkie versus Cavachon     Chorkie versus Manchester Terrier     

    Fila Brasileiro Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Fila Brasileiro versus Airedale Terrier     Fila Brasileiro versus Great Dane     Fila Brasileiro versus Bernedoodle     Fila Brasileiro versus Bulldog     Fila Brasileiro versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Fila Brasileiro versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Fila Brasileiro versus Rottweiler     Fila Brasileiro versus Shetland Sheepdog     Fila Brasileiro versus Newfoundland     Fila Brasileiro versus Cane Corso     

    Conclusion: Chorkie versus Fila Brasileiro. 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 Fila Brasileiro better suits you and your family.