Differences and Similarities between the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

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Chorkie Versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

Chorkie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Overview

A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chorkie to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Factor Chorkie Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 3/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 years
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 2/5 5/5
Does NOT Shed 4/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 4/5 2/5
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 2/5
General Health 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 1/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 3/5
Easygoing 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 5/5
Height 6 to 9 inches 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight 8 to 15 pounds 30 to 40 pounds
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.0 years
Average Price $990 No Data
Price Range $550 – $1200 No Data
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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is 74 out of 125.

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

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

Below is a list of where the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most different:

  • Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can tolerate cold weather.
  • Chorkies are not very friendly towards strangers. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Chorkies have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets. However, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens 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, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    The Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are most similar:

  • Both the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen are very playful.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen.

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

    On the other hand, Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens weigh 30 to 40 pounds when fully grown. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chorkie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

    The lifespan of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens is 13.0 years.

    Chorkies live longer than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can be left alone only for a short time.

    Do Chorkies shed more than Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    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.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens?

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

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens are not easy to train.

    Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen?

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeens 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Maltese.
  • Yorkshire Terrier (83 percent match with Chorkie). Here is our comparison of the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen vs Yorkshire Terrier.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen:

  • Finnish Spitz (77 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Finnish Spitz.
  • Jack Russell Terrier (77 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Jack Russell Terrier.
  • Scottish Terrier (78 percent match with Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Scottish Terrier.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chorkie versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Chorkie versus English Springer Spaniel     Chorkie versus Shihpoo     Chorkie versus Azawakh     Chorkie versus Lowchen     Chorkie versus Peek A Poo     Chorkie versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Chorkie versus Dachshund     Chorkie versus German Pinscher     Chorkie versus Catahoula Bulldog     Chorkie versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Chorkie versus Bichon Frise     Chorkie versus Kooikerhondje     Chorkie versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Chorkie versus Brittany     Chorkie versus Pointer     Chorkie versus English Springer Spaniel     Chorkie versus Komondor     Chorkie versus Afador     Chorkie versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Chorkie versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Chorkie versus Bordoodle     Chorkie versus Goldador     Chorkie versus Canaan Dog     

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Sheepadoodle     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Belgian Tervuren     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Standard Schnauzer     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Lowchen     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Neapolitan Mastiff     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Maltese     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Samoyed     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Shiranian     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Miniature Poodle     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Bloodhound     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Great Dane     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Black Mouth Cur     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Jack Russell Terrier     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Irish Wolfhound     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Westiepoo     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Labradoodle     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Stabyhoun     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus Dalmatian     Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen versus American Staffordshire Terrier     

    Conclusion: Chorkie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. 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 Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen better suits you and your family.