Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chorkie Versus Maltipoo: Introduction
- Chorkie versus Maltipoo: Overview
- Chorkie versus Maltipoo: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Maltipoo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Maltipoo
- Lifespan of Chorkie versus Maltipoo
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of Maltipoo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Maltipoo
- Do Chorkies shed more than Maltipoos?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Maltipoo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Maltipoo?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltipoo?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Maltipoos?
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Maltipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Maltipoo
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Maltipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Maltipoo?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Maltipoos?
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Maltipoos?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Maltipoo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Maltipoo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus Maltipoo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus Maltipoo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Maltipoo? 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 Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo. 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 Maltipoo.
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 Maltipoo.
Chorkie versus Maltipoo: Overview
A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Maltipoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Chorkie versus Maltipoo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo
| Factor | Chorkie | Maltipoo |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 13 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches | 8 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 5 to 20 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 11.5 years |
| Average Price | $990 | $2020 |
| Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $1500 – $2500 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
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 Maltipoo. 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 Maltipoo is 86 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Maltipoo is a better pet than the Chorkie. So, you should get the Maltipoo!
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 Maltipoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Maltipoo
The Chorkie and the Maltipoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Maltipoo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Maltipoo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Maltipoo.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Maltipoos weigh 5 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Maltipoos are 8 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chorkie versus Maltipoo
The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Maltipoos is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Maltipoos is 11.5 years.
Chorkies live longer than Maltipoos.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of Maltipoo
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 Maltipoo puppy is $2020. The price of the Maltipoo typically ranges from $1500 – $2500. However, the price of the Maltipoo can be as low as $200 and as high as $7850. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 845 Maltipoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Maltipoo is more expensive than the Chorkie.
| Chorkie | Maltipoo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $990 | $2020 |
| Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $1500 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Maltipoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Maltipoo 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 Maltipoos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
Maltipoos do not like to be left alone.
Do Chorkies shed more than Maltipoos?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Maltipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Maltipoo
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Maltipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Maltipoo?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
Maltipoos are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Maltipoo?
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.
Maltipoos 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.
Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Maltipoos?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Maltipoos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Maltipoos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Maltipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Maltipoo
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Maltipoos have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Maltipoos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Maltipoos can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Maltipoo?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Maltipoos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Maltipoos?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Maltipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Maltipoos?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Maltipoos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Maltipoo?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
Maltipoos are very easy to train.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Maltipoo?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
Maltipoos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Maltipoo?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
Maltipoos 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 Maltipoo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Maltipoo 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 Maltipoo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Maltipoo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Maltipoo to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Redbone Coonhound Chorkie versus Great Pyrenees Chorkie versus Dogue de Bordeaux Chorkie versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Chorkie versus Pointer Chorkie versus Goldador Chorkie versus Bichon Frise Chorkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Chorkie versus Sloughi Chorkie versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Chorkie versus Golden Retriever Chorkie versus Greyhound Chorkie versus Sheepadoodle Chorkie versus Finnish Lapphund Chorkie versus Bloodhound Chorkie versus Shiranian Chorkie versus Clumber Spaniel Chorkie versus Komondor Chorkie versus Great Dane Chorkie versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Chorkie versus Ibizan Hound Chorkie versus Azawakh Chorkie versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chorkie versus Boerboel
Maltipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Maltipoo versus Irish Wolfhound Maltipoo versus Harrier Maltipoo versus Lhasa Apso Maltipoo versus Pyrenean Mastiff Maltipoo versus Lakeland Terrier Maltipoo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Maltipoo versus Irish Wolfhound Maltipoo versus Cane Corso Maltipoo versus Pomeranian Maltipoo versus Newfoundland Maltipoo versus Maltese Maltipoo versus German Shepherd Dog Maltipoo versus Bullmastiff Maltipoo versus Bracco Italiano Maltipoo versus Shih Tzu Maltipoo versus Golden Retriever Maltipoo versus Shiba Inu Maltipoo versus Greyhound Maltipoo versus Australian Shepherd Maltipoo versus Siberian Husky Maltipoo versus Kuvasz Maltipoo versus Chihuahua Maltipoo versus Neapolitan Mastiff Maltipoo versus West Highland White Terrier Maltipoo versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi
Conclusion: Chorkie versus Maltipoo. 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 Maltipoo better suits you and your family.