Which is Better between the Chorkie and the Mastiff? A Very Detailed Review.

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Chorkie Versus Mastiff: Introduction

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

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

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 Mastiff.

Chorkie versus Mastiff: Overview

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

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

On the other hand, the Mastiff belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

Chorkie versus Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chorkie to the Mastiff 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 Mastiff

Factor Chorkie Mastiff
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 6 to 10 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 1/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 2/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Intelligence 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
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 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 6 to 9 inches 27 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 8 to 15 pounds 130 to 220 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 8.0 years
Average Price $990 $1740
Price Range $550 – $1200 $1100 – $2200
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Cystinuria
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Minimum age 24 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • PennGen
  • 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 Mastiff. 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 Mastiff is 72 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Mastiff

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

  • Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Mastiffs can tolerate cold weather.
  • Chorkies do not have the tendency to drool. However, Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Chorkies adapt well to apartment living. However, Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Chorkies are good for new dog owners. However, Mastiffs are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Mastiff

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

  • Both the Chorkie and the Mastiff cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Mastiff are not very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Mastiff do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Mastiff have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Mastiff do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Mastiff have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Mastiff are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Mastiff

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

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

    On the other hand, Mastiffs weigh 130 to 220 pounds when fully grown. Mastiffs are 27 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chorkie versus Mastiff

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

    The lifespan of Mastiffs is between 6 to 10 years. The average lifespan of Mastiffs is 8.0 years.

    Chorkies live longer than Mastiffs.

    Price of Chorkie versus Price of Mastiff

    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 Mastiff puppy is $1740. The price of the Mastiff typically ranges from $1100 – $2200. However, the price of the Mastiff can be as low as $200 and as high as $4600. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 248 Mastiff puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Mastiff is more expensive than the Chorkie.

    Chorkie Mastiff
    Average Price $990 $1740
    Price Range $550 to $1200 $1100 to $2200

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Mastiff. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Mastiff 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 Mastiffs

    A breakdown of the prices of Mastiffs

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Mastiff 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 Mastiff

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Mastiffs can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Chorkies shed more than Mastiffs?

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

    Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Mastiff

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

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

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

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

    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.

    Mastiffs 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 Mastiffs?

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

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

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

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

    Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Mastiff

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

    Mastiffs 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 Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

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

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

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Mastiffs do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Mastiffs?

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

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

    How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Mastiffs?

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

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

    Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Mastiff?

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Mastiff?

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

    Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

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

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

  • Black Russian Terrier (73 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Black Russian Terrier.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dog (72 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  • Dogue de Bordeaux (72 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Dogue de Bordeaux.
  • Leonberger (73 percent match with Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Leonberger.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chorkie versus Dachshund     Chorkie versus Bearded Collie     Chorkie versus Cocker Spaniel     Chorkie versus Cane Corso     Chorkie versus Norwich Terrier     Chorkie versus Norfolk Terrier     Chorkie versus Afador     Chorkie versus Labradoodle     Chorkie versus Boxer     Chorkie versus Maremma Sheepdog     Chorkie versus Norfolk Terrier     Chorkie versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Chorkie versus Stabyhoun     Chorkie versus Dutch Shepherd     Chorkie versus Black Russian Terrier     Chorkie versus Puli     Chorkie versus Bordoodle     Chorkie versus Boxerdoodle     Chorkie versus Basset Hound     Chorkie versus Great Pyrenees     Chorkie versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Chorkie versus English Springer Spaniel     Chorkie versus American Water Spaniel     Chorkie versus Yorkshire Terrier     

    Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Mastiff versus Dutch Shepherd     Mastiff versus English Toy Spaniel     Mastiff versus Clumber Spaniel     Mastiff versus Whippet     Mastiff versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Mastiff versus Shih Tzu     Mastiff versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne     Mastiff versus Valley Bulldog     Mastiff versus Harrier     Mastiff versus Border Collie     Mastiff versus Kai Ken     Mastiff versus Pomapoo     Mastiff versus Australian Cattle Dog     Mastiff versus Chow Chow     Mastiff versus English Springer Spaniel     Mastiff versus Standard Poodle     Mastiff versus American Foxhound     Mastiff versus Akita     Mastiff versus Lagotto Romagnolo     Mastiff versus English Cocker Spaniel     Mastiff versus Field Spaniel     Mastiff versus Kishu Ken     Mastiff versus Labrador Retriever     Mastiff versus Westiepoo     

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