Differences and Similarities between the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer.

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Chorkie Versus Portuguese Pointer: Introduction

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

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

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 Portuguese Pointer.

Chorkie versus Portuguese Pointer: Overview

A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Chorkie versus Portuguese Pointer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chorkie to the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer

Factor Chorkie Portuguese Pointer
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 14 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 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 4/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 2/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 3/5 2/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Height 6 to 9 inches 20 to 22 inches
Weight 8 to 15 pounds 35 to 59 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
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination – recommended testing frequency at ages 1, 4, and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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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 Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer is 72 out of 125.

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

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer

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

  • Chorkies adapt well to apartment living. However, Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Chorkies are good for new dog owners. However, Portuguese Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer

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

  • Both the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer are not prone to nip and chew at things.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Chorkie and the Portuguese Pointer 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 Portuguese Pointer are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Portuguese Pointer

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

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

    On the other hand, Portuguese Pointers weigh 35 to 59 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Pointers are 20 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chorkie versus Portuguese Pointer

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

    The lifespan of Portuguese Pointers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Portuguese Pointers is 13.0 years.

    Chorkies live longer than Portuguese Pointers.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Portuguese Pointer

    Chorkies do not like to be left alone.

    Portuguese Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chorkies shed more than Portuguese Pointers?

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

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

    Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Portuguese Pointer

    Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Portuguese Pointers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Pointer?

    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.

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointers?

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

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

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Portuguese Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Portuguese Pointer

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

    Portuguese Pointers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Portuguese Pointers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Portuguese Pointers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Portuguese Pointers?

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

    Portuguese Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Portuguese Pointers?

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

    Portuguese Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Chorkies are fairly easy to train.

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to train.

    Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.

    Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.

    Portuguese Pointers 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 Portuguese Pointer vs Maltese.
  • Yorkshire Terrier (83 percent match with Chorkie). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Yorkshire Terrier.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Pointer

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

  • American Bulldog (79 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs American Bulldog.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Patterdale Terrier (78 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Chorkie vs Patterdale Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chorkie versus Kuvasz     Chorkie versus Maltese     Chorkie versus Sloughi     Chorkie versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Chorkie versus Miniature Pinscher     Chorkie versus Weimaraner     Chorkie versus Dalmatian     Chorkie versus Kerry Blue Terrier     Chorkie versus Lowchen     Chorkie versus Norwegian Buhund     Chorkie versus Affenpinscher     Chorkie versus Bergamasco Sheepdog     Chorkie versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Chorkie versus Bull Terrier     Chorkie versus Biewer Terrier     Chorkie versus Lhasa Apso     Chorkie versus Doberman Pinscher     Chorkie versus Komondor     Chorkie versus American Water Spaniel     Chorkie versus Brittany     Chorkie versus Golden Cocker Retriever     Chorkie versus Scottish Terrier     Chorkie versus Spinone Italiano     Chorkie versus Puli     Chorkie versus Pug     

    Portuguese Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Portuguese Pointer versus Papipoo     Portuguese Pointer versus Carolina Dog     Portuguese Pointer versus Brussels Griffon     Portuguese Pointer versus Puli     Portuguese Pointer versus Bracco Italiano     Portuguese Pointer versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog     Portuguese Pointer versus Great Pyrenees     Portuguese Pointer versus Saluki     Portuguese Pointer versus Bracco Italiano     Portuguese Pointer versus Rottweiler     Portuguese Pointer versus Akbash     Portuguese Pointer versus Norfolk Terrier     Portuguese Pointer versus Stabyhoun     Portuguese Pointer versus Peek A Poo     Portuguese Pointer versus Schnoodle     Portuguese Pointer versus Kooikerhondje     Portuguese Pointer versus Italian Greyhound     Portuguese Pointer versus Tibetan Spaniel     Portuguese Pointer versus Coton de Tulear     Portuguese Pointer versus Chorkie     Portuguese Pointer versus Giant Schnauzer     Portuguese Pointer versus Maltese     Portuguese Pointer versus Samoyed     Portuguese Pointer versus Greyhound     Portuguese Pointer versus Great Pyrenees     

    Conclusion: Chorkie versus Portuguese Pointer. 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 Portuguese Pointer better suits you and your family.