Is the Chorkie Better than the Ibizan Hound as a Pet? Answer…

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Chorkie Versus Ibizan Hound: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound. 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 Ibizan Hound.

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 Ibizan Hound.

Chorkie versus Ibizan Hound: Overview

A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chorkie to the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound

Factor Chorkie Ibizan Hound
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 5/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
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 5/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 5/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
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 5/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height 6 to 9 inches 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 8 to 15 pounds 45 to 50 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 12.0 years
Average Price $990 No Data
Price Range $550 – $1200 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
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  • Congenital Deafness
  • Eye Examination
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • 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 Ibizan Hound. 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 Ibizan Hound is 84 out of 125.

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

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound

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

  • Chorkies have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Ibizan Hounds 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, Ibizan Hounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound

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

  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound are not prone to gaining weight easily.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Ibizan Hound 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 Ibizan Hound are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Ibizan Hound

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

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

    On the other hand, Ibizan Hounds weigh 45 to 50 pounds when fully grown. Ibizan Hounds are 22 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chorkie versus Ibizan Hound

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

    The lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Ibizan Hounds is 12.0 years.

    Chorkies live longer than Ibizan Hounds.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Ibizan Hound

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Ibizan Hounds do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chorkies shed more than Ibizan Hounds?

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

    Ibizan Hounds shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Ibizan Hound

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Ibizan Hounds do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Ibizan Hound?

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Ibizan Hounds are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Ibizan Hound?

    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.

    Ibizan Hounds 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 Ibizan Hounds?

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

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

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Ibizan Hounds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Ibizan Hound

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

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

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Ibizan Hounds Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Ibizan Hounds can tolerate hot weather.

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

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Ibizan Hounds get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Ibizan Hounds?

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

    Ibizan Hounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Ibizan Hounds?

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

    Ibizan Hounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Ibizan Hound?

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Ibizan Hounds are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Ibizan Hound?

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

    Ibizan Hounds adapt very well to apartment living.

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

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Sloughi (79 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Sloughi.
  • Whippet (86 percent match with Ibizan Hound). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Whippet.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chorkie versus Akbash     Chorkie versus Swedish Vallhund     Chorkie versus Greyhound     Chorkie versus Tibetan Mastiff     Chorkie versus Cockapoo     Chorkie versus Goldador     Chorkie versus Chinook     Chorkie versus Mal Shi     Chorkie versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Chorkie versus Puggle     Chorkie versus Scottish Deerhound     Chorkie versus Great Dane     Chorkie versus Schipperke     Chorkie versus Catahoula Bulldog     Chorkie versus Pyrenean Mastiff     Chorkie versus Bull Terrier     Chorkie versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier     Chorkie versus German Longhaired Pointer     Chorkie versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Chorkie versus Tibetan Spaniel     Chorkie versus Jack Russell Terrier     Chorkie versus Maremma Sheepdog     Chorkie versus Clumber Spaniel     Chorkie versus Akita Chow     Chorkie versus Barbet     

    Ibizan Hound Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Ibizan Hound versus Cavachon     Ibizan Hound versus American Water Spaniel     Ibizan Hound versus Pomsky     Ibizan Hound versus Puggle     Ibizan Hound versus Chow Chow     Ibizan Hound versus Airedale Terrier     Ibizan Hound versus Spinone Italiano     Ibizan Hound versus Akita     Ibizan Hound versus Affenhuahua     Ibizan Hound versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Ibizan Hound versus Golden Retriever     Ibizan Hound versus Tibetan Terrier     Ibizan Hound versus Bich Poo     Ibizan Hound versus Schipperke     Ibizan Hound versus Havanese     Ibizan Hound versus Akita     Ibizan Hound versus Coton de Tulear     Ibizan Hound versus Irish Terrier     Ibizan Hound versus Mountain Cur     Ibizan Hound versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Ibizan Hound versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Ibizan Hound versus Black Mouth Cur     Ibizan Hound versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Ibizan Hound versus Dachshund     Ibizan Hound versus Chow Chow     

    Conclusion: Chorkie versus Ibizan Hound. 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 Ibizan Hound better suits you and your family.