Chorkie versus Greyhound. Final Verdict on Which one is a Better Pet.

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Chorkie Versus Greyhound: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Greyhound? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Chorkie and the Greyhound 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 Greyhound.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Greyhound 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 Greyhound. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Chorkie and the Greyhound.

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 Greyhound.

Chorkie versus Greyhound: Overview

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

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

On the other hand, the Greyhound belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Chorkie versus Greyhound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chorkie to the Greyhound 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.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Chorkie and the Greyhound

Factor Chorkie Greyhound
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 1/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Intelligence 3/5 5/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 2/5
Easygoing 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 6 to 9 inches 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho
Weight 8 to 15 pounds 50 to 85 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $990 $660
Price Range $550 – $1200 $500 – $800
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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  • 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 Greyhound. 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 the Chorkie is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Greyhound is 73 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chorkie is a better pet than the Greyhound. 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 Greyhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Greyhound

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

  • Chorkies do not have the tendency to drool. However, Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments. However, Greyhounds can tolerate hot weather.
  • Chorkies are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Greyhounds are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Chorkies are not prone to gaining weight easily. However, Greyhounds gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Chorkies have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Greyhounds have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.
  • Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Greyhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Chorkies are good for new dog owners. However, Greyhounds are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Greyhound

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

  • Both the Chorkie and the Greyhound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Greyhound cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Greyhound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Greyhound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Greyhound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Greyhound are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Greyhound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Greyhound

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

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

    On the other hand, Greyhounds weigh 50 to 85 pounds when fully grown. Greyhounds are 2 feet, 1 inch to 2 feet, 6 inches tall at the sho when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chorkie versus Greyhound

    The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.

    The lifespan of Greyhounds is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Greyhounds is 13.5 years.

    Price of Chorkie versus Price of Greyhound

    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 Greyhound puppy is $660. The price of the Greyhound typically ranges from $500 – $800. However, the price of the Greyhound can be as low as $400 and as high as $1100. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 20 Greyhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Chorkie is more expensive than the Greyhound.

    Chorkie Greyhound
    Average Price $990 $660
    Price Range $550 to $1200 $500 to $800

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Greyhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Greyhound 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 Greyhounds?

    A breakdown of the prices of Greyhounds?

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Greyhound 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 to buy 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 a puppy mill. Puppy mills 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 Greyhound

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Greyhounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chorkies shed more than Greyhounds?

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

    Greyhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Greyhound

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Greyhounds have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Greyhound?

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Greyhounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Greyhound?

    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.

    Greyhounds 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.

    Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Greyhounds?

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

    Greyhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Greyhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Greyhound

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

    Greyhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Greyhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Greyhounds can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Greyhounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Greyhounds?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Greyhounds?

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

    Greyhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Greyhound?

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Greyhounds are very easy to train.

    Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Greyhound?

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

    Greyhounds adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

    Greyhounds 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 Greyhound vs Maltese.
  • Yorkshire Terrier (83 percent match with Chorkie). Here is our comparison of the Greyhound vs Yorkshire Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Greyhound

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

  • German Shorthaired Pointer (70 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs German Shorthaired Pointer.
  • Bull Terrier (71 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Bull Terrier.
  • Weimaraner (69 percent match with Greyhound). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Weimaraner.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chorkie versus English Setter     Chorkie versus Scottish Deerhound     Chorkie versus Pomapoo     Chorkie versus Kooikerhondje     Chorkie versus Australian Terrier     Chorkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Chorkie versus Italian Greyhound     Chorkie versus Havanese     Chorkie versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Chorkie versus Kooikerhondje     Chorkie versus Pharaoh Hound     Chorkie versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Chorkie versus Belgian Malinois     Chorkie versus Boxer     Chorkie versus Finnish Spitz     Chorkie versus Akita Chow     Chorkie versus Bolognese     Chorkie versus English Setter     Chorkie versus Morkie     Chorkie versus Barbet     Chorkie versus Bouvier des Flandres     Chorkie versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Chorkie versus Dachshund     Chorkie versus Golden Retriever     Chorkie versus Pyrenean Shepherd     

    Greyhound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Greyhound versus Peek A Poo     Greyhound versus English Toy Spaniel     Greyhound versus Irish Water Spaniel     Greyhound versus Yorkipoo     Greyhound versus Gordon Setter     Greyhound versus Maltese     Greyhound versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Greyhound versus Bearded Collie     Greyhound versus Puli     Greyhound versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Greyhound versus Bolognese     Greyhound versus Akita     Greyhound versus Bouvier des Flandres     Greyhound versus Akita Chow     Greyhound versus Whoodle     Greyhound versus Manchester Terrier     Greyhound versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Greyhound versus Portuguese Pointer     Greyhound versus Pomeranian     Greyhound versus Cavapoo     Greyhound versus Bolognese     Greyhound versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog     Greyhound versus Brussels Griffon     Greyhound versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen     Greyhound versus Scottish Deerhound     

    Conclusion: Chorkie versus Greyhound. 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 Greyhound better suits you and your family.