Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chorkie Versus Puli: Introduction
- Chorkie versus Puli: Overview
- Chorkie versus Puli: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Puli
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Puli
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Puli
- Lifespan of Chorkie versus Puli
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of Puli
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Puli
- Do Chorkies shed more than Pulis?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Puli
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Puli?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puli?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Pulis?
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pulis Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Puli
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pulis Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Puli?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Pulis?
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Pulis?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Puli?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puli
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus Puli. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus Puli: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Puli? 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 Puli 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 Puli.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Puli 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 Puli. 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 Puli.
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 Puli.
Chorkie versus Puli: Overview
A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Puli is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Puli 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 Puli belongs to the Herding Dogs group. Herding Dogs were bred for moving livestock, including sheep, cattle, and even reindeer. Herding dogs work closely with their human shepherds, and their natural intelligence and responsiveness make them highly trainable. They have high levels of energy, which needs to be channeled properly to prevent destructive behavior. Herding breeds are protective of their people and property and make excellent watchdogs. Their intelligence, agility, and activity level make them well suited to dog sports.
Chorkie versus Puli: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the Puli 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 Puli
| Factor | Chorkie | Puli |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| 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 | 1/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches | 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 25 to 35 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $990 | $2250 |
| Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $1875 – $2750 |
| 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 Puli. 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 Puli is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chorkie is a better pet than the Puli. 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 Puli so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Puli
Below is a list of where the Chorkie and the Puli are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Puli
The Chorkie and the Puli are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Puli are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Puli
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Puli.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Pulis weigh 25 to 35 pounds when fully grown. Pulis are 16 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chorkie versus Puli
The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Pulis is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Pulis is 12.5 years.
Chorkies live longer than Pulis.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of Puli
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 Puli puppy is $2250. The price of the Puli typically ranges from $1875 – $2750. However, the price of the Puli can be as low as $1250 and as high as $3000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 Puli puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Puli is more expensive than the Chorkie.
| Chorkie | Puli | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $990 | $2250 |
| Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $1875 to $2750 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Puli. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Puli 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 Pulis
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Puli 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 Puli
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
Pulis do not like to be left alone.
Do Chorkies shed more than Pulis?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Pulis do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Puli
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Pulis do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Puli?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
Pulis require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puli?
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.
Pulis 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 Pulis?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Pulis are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pulis Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Pulis can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Puli
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Pulis have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pulis Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Pulis can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Puli?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Pulis get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Pulis?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Pulis are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Pulis?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Pulis get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Puli?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
Pulis are not easy to train.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Puli?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
Pulis adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Puli?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
Pulis 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puli
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puli 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 Puli:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Puli compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Puli to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Sealyham Terrier Chorkie versus American Hairless Terrier Chorkie versus Alaskan Malamute Chorkie versus Cocker Spaniel Chorkie versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Chorkie versus Puggle Chorkie versus Great Pyrenees Chorkie versus Briard Chorkie versus Puggle Chorkie versus Korean Jindo Dog Chorkie versus Italian Greyhound Chorkie versus Irish Water Spaniel Chorkie versus English Springer Spaniel Chorkie versus Toy Fox Terrier Chorkie versus Siberian Husky Chorkie versus American Foxhound Chorkie versus Portuguese Water Dog Chorkie versus Havanese Chorkie versus Havanese Chorkie versus Akita Chow Chorkie versus Pomapoo Chorkie versus Airedale Terrier Chorkie versus Hovawart Chorkie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Chorkie versus Labradoodle
Puli Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puli versus Lhasa Apso Puli versus Scottish Deerhound Puli versus Standard Poodle Puli versus Basset Hound Puli versus Bolognese Puli versus Bull Terrier Puli versus Miniature Schnauzer Puli versus Shih Tzu Puli versus Irish Setter Puli versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Puli versus Norwegian Lundehund Puli versus Boxer Puli versus Whippet Puli versus Irish Water Spaniel Puli versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Puli versus Chinese Crested Puli versus Finnish Lapphund Puli versus Great Dane Puli versus Cocker Spaniel Puli versus German Wirehaired Pointer Puli versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Puli versus Pharaoh Hound Puli versus Briard Puli versus Bullmastiff Puli versus Finnish Spitz
Conclusion: Chorkie versus Puli. 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 Puli better suits you and your family.