Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chorkie Versus Havanese: Introduction
- Chorkie versus Havanese: Overview
- Chorkie versus Havanese: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Havanese
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Havanese
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Havanese
- Lifespan of Chorkie versus Havanese
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of Havanese
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Havanese
- Do Chorkies shed more than Havaneses?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Havanese
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Havanese?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Havanese?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Havaneses?
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Havanese
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Havanese?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Havaneses?
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Havaneses?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Havanese?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus Havanese. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus Havanese: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Havanese? 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 Havanese 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 Havanese.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Havanese 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 Havanese. 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 Havanese.
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 Havanese.
Chorkie versus Havanese: Overview
A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Havanese is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Havanese is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chorkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Havanese belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Chorkie versus Havanese: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the Havanese 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 Havanese
| Factor | Chorkie | Havanese |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $990 | $2180 |
| Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $1700 – $2750 |
| 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 Havanese. 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 Havanese is 91 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Chorkie. So, you should get the Havanese!
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 Havanese so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Havanese
Below is a list of where the Chorkie and the Havanese are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Havanese
The Chorkie and the Havanese are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Havanese are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Havanese
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Havanese.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chorkie versus Havanese
The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of Havanese
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 Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of the Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Havanese is more expensive than the Chorkie.
| Chorkie | Havanese | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $990 | $2180 |
| Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $1700 to $2750 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Havanese. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Havanese 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 Havaneses?
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Havanese 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 Havanese
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
Do Chorkies shed more than Havaneses?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Havaneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Havanese
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Havanese?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Havanese?
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.
Havaneses 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 Havaneses?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Havaneses are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Havanese
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Havaneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Havaneses can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Havanese?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Havaneses?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Havaneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Havaneses?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Havanese?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
Havaneses are very easy to train.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Havanese?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Havanese?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
Havaneses 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 Havanese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Havanese 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 Havanese:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Havanese compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Havanese to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Chinese Crested Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog Chorkie versus Braque du Bourbonnais Chorkie versus Shiranian Chorkie versus Bedlington Terrier Chorkie versus American Hairless Terrier Chorkie versus Bracco Italiano Chorkie versus Lhasa Apso Chorkie versus Lakeland Terrier Chorkie versus Siberian Husky Chorkie versus Bullmastiff Chorkie versus Labradoodle Chorkie versus Flat-Coated Retriever Chorkie versus Portuguese Water Dog Chorkie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Chorkie versus Hovawart Chorkie versus Bloodhound Chorkie versus Sealyham Terrier Chorkie versus Basset Hound Chorkie versus Tibetan Mastiff Chorkie versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Chorkie versus Yorkipoo Chorkie versus Boykin Spaniel Chorkie versus Bordoodle Chorkie versus Schnoodle
Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Briard Havanese versus Dutch Shepherd Havanese versus Curly-Coated Retriever Havanese versus Pointer Havanese versus Mudi Havanese versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Havanese versus Chow Chow Havanese versus Great Pyrenees Havanese versus Maltipoo Havanese versus Chinese Shar-Pei Havanese versus Whippet Havanese versus Gordon Setter Havanese versus Saint Berdoodle Havanese versus Sloughi Havanese versus Carolina Dog Havanese versus Miniature Pinscher Havanese versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Havanese versus Great Dane Havanese versus American Water Spaniel Havanese versus Siberian Husky Havanese versus Shiloh Shepherd Havanese versus Estrela Mountain Dog Havanese versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Havanese versus Peek A Poo Havanese versus Bergamasco Sheepdog
Conclusion: Chorkie versus Havanese. 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 Havanese better suits you and your family.