Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chorkie Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction
- Chorkie versus Japanese Chin: Overview
- Chorkie versus Japanese Chin: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Japanese Chin
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Japanese Chin
- Lifespan of Chorkie versus Japanese Chin
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of Japanese Chin
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Japanese Chin
- Do Chorkies shed more than Japanese Chins?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Japanese Chin
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Japanese Chin?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Japanese Chin
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Japanese Chin?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Japanese Chins?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Japanese Chin
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus Japanese Chin. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus Japanese Chin: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Japanese Chin? 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 Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin. 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 Japanese Chin.
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 Japanese Chin.
Chorkie versus Japanese Chin: Overview
Both the Chorkie and the Japanese Chin are similar in size. The Chorkie and the Japanese Chin are both tiny-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Chorkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin
| Factor | Chorkie | Japanese Chin |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 10 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 4 to 9 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $990 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $1500 – $2100 |
| 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 Japanese Chin. 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 Japanese Chin is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Japanese Chin is a better pet than the Chorkie. So, you should get the Japanese Chin!
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 Japanese Chin so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Japanese Chin
The Chorkie and the Japanese Chin are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Japanese Chin are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Japanese Chin
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Japanese Chin.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Japanese Chins weigh 4 to 9 pounds when fully grown. Japanese Chins are 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chorkie versus Japanese Chin
The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Japanese Chins is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Japanese Chins is 12.0 years.
Chorkies live longer than Japanese Chins.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of Japanese Chin
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 Japanese Chin puppy is $1930. The price of the Japanese Chin typically ranges from $1500 – $2100. However, the price of the Japanese Chin can be as low as $600 and as high as $4800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 71 Japanese Chin puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Japanese Chin is more expensive than the Chorkie.
| Chorkie | Japanese Chin | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $990 | $1930 |
| Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $1500 to $2100 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Japanese Chin. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chins
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
Japanese Chins do not like to be left alone.
Do Chorkies shed more than Japanese Chins?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Japanese Chins shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Japanese Chin
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Japanese Chins do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Japanese Chin?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
Japanese Chins are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Japanese Chin?
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.
Japanese Chins have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Japanese Chins?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Japanese Chins bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Japanese Chins Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Japanese Chins can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Japanese Chin
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Japanese Chins 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 Japanese Chins Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Japanese Chins cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Japanese Chin?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Japanese Chins?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Japanese Chins are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Japanese Chins?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Japanese Chins get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Japanese Chin?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
Japanese Chins are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Japanese Chin?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
Japanese Chins adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Japanese Chin?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
Japanese Chins 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 Japanese Chin
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Japanese Chin 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 Japanese Chin:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Japanese Chin compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Japanese Chin to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Briard Chorkie versus Standard Schnauzer Chorkie versus Stabyhoun Chorkie versus Kishu Ken Chorkie versus Maltese Chorkie versus Puggle Chorkie versus Standard Poodle Chorkie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Chorkie versus Norwegian Lundehund Chorkie versus Standard Schnauzer Chorkie versus Dutch Shepherd Chorkie versus French Spaniel Chorkie versus Chinook Chorkie versus Maremma Sheepdog Chorkie versus Spinone Italiano Chorkie versus Lagotto Romagnolo Chorkie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Chorkie versus Japanese Spitz Chorkie versus Shichon Chorkie versus Affenpinscher Chorkie versus Australian Cattle Dog Chorkie versus Dutch Shepherd Chorkie versus Standard Schnauzer Chorkie versus Lakeland Terrier Chorkie versus Afghan Hound
Japanese Chin Versus Other Dog Breeds
Japanese Chin versus Weimaraner Japanese Chin versus Akita Chow Japanese Chin versus Fila Brasileiro Japanese Chin versus Norfolk Terrier Japanese Chin versus Bull Terrier Japanese Chin versus Border Collie Japanese Chin versus Bich Poo Japanese Chin versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Japanese Chin versus Pomeranian Japanese Chin versus Chinese Shar-Pei Japanese Chin versus Kooikerhondje Japanese Chin versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Japanese Chin versus Canaan Dog Japanese Chin versus Chinese Shar-Pei Japanese Chin versus Miniature Pinscher Japanese Chin versus Tibetan Terrier Japanese Chin versus Bloodhound Japanese Chin versus Beagle Japanese Chin versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Japanese Chin versus Newfoundland Japanese Chin versus Golden Cocker Retriever Japanese Chin versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Japanese Chin versus Jack Russell Terrier Japanese Chin versus Puggle Japanese Chin versus Alaskan Klee Kai
Conclusion: Chorkie versus Japanese Chin. 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 Japanese Chin better suits you and your family.