Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chorkie Versus Schipperke: Introduction
- Chorkie versus Schipperke: Overview
- Chorkie versus Schipperke: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Schipperke
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Schipperke
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Schipperke
- Lifespan of Chorkie versus Schipperke
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of Schipperke
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Schipperke
- Do Chorkies shed more than Schipperkes?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Schipperke
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Schipperke?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schipperke?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Schipperkes?
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schipperkes Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Schipperke
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schipperkes Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Schipperke?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Schipperkes?
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Schipperkes?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Schipperke?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Schipperke
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus Schipperke. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus Schipperke: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Schipperke? 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 Schipperke 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 Schipperke.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Schipperke 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 Schipperke. 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 Schipperke.
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 Schipperke.
Chorkie versus Schipperke: Overview
Both the Chorkie and the Schipperke are similar in size. The Chorkie and the Schipperke are both tiny-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Chorkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Schipperke belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Chorkie versus Schipperke: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the Schipperke 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 Schipperke
| Factor | Chorkie | Schipperke |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 13 to 15 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches | 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 11 to 18 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $990 | $1170 |
| Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $900 – $1500 |
| 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 Schipperke. 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 Schipperke is 73 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chorkie is a better pet than the Schipperke. 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 Schipperke so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the Schipperke
Below is a list of where the Chorkie and the Schipperke are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Schipperke
The Chorkie and the Schipperke are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Schipperke are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Schipperke
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Schipperke.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Schipperkes weigh 11 to 18 pounds when fully grown. Schipperkes are 10 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chorkie versus Schipperke
The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Schipperkes is between 13 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Schipperkes is 14.0 years.
Schipperkes live longer than Chorkies.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of Schipperke
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 Schipperke puppy is $1170. The price of the Schipperke typically ranges from $900 – $1500. However, the price of the Schipperke can be as low as $500 and as high as $2000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 60 Schipperke puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Schipperke is more expensive than the Chorkie.
| Chorkie | Schipperke | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $990 | $1170 |
| Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $900 to $1500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Schipperke. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Schipperke 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 Schipperkes
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Schipperke 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 Schipperke
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
Schipperkes can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Chorkies shed more than Schipperkes?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Schipperkes shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Schipperke
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Schipperkes do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Schipperke?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
Schipperkes are very easy to groom.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Schipperke?
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.
Schipperkes 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 Schipperkes?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Schipperkes are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Schipperkes Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Schipperkes can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Schipperke
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Schipperkes have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Schipperkes Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Schipperkes cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Schipperke?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Schipperkes do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Schipperkes?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Schipperkes are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Schipperkes?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Schipperkes get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Schipperke?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
Schipperkes are not easy to train.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Schipperke?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
Schipperkes adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Schipperke?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
Schipperkes 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 Schipperke
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Schipperke 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 Schipperke:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Schipperke compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Schipperke to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Shiloh Shepherd Chorkie versus Mal Shi Chorkie versus Chinese Crested Chorkie versus Barbet Chorkie versus Goldador Chorkie versus Vizsla Chorkie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Chorkie versus Mudi Chorkie versus Irish Wolfhound Chorkie versus Shetland Sheepdog Chorkie versus Cavachon Chorkie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Chorkie versus Sealyham Terrier Chorkie versus Chi-Poo Chorkie versus Bull Terrier Chorkie versus Basset Hound Chorkie versus German Longhaired Pointer Chorkie versus English Cocker Spaniel Chorkie versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Chorkie versus German Pinscher Chorkie versus Stabyhoun Chorkie versus German Shepherd Dog Chorkie versus Karelian Bear Dog Chorkie versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Chorkie versus Great Pyrenees
Schipperke Versus Other Dog Breeds
Schipperke versus Scottish Deerhound Schipperke versus Boykin Spaniel Schipperke versus Briard Schipperke versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Schipperke versus Border Terrier Schipperke versus Samoyed Schipperke versus Norwegian Buhund Schipperke versus Harrier Schipperke versus Chinese Crested Schipperke versus Plott Schipperke versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Schipperke versus Bernedoodle Schipperke versus German Shepherd Dog Schipperke versus Samoyed Schipperke versus Whoodle Schipperke versus Spanish Mastiff Schipperke versus Sussex Spaniel Schipperke versus Pyredoodle Schipperke versus Frenchton Schipperke versus Shichon Schipperke versus German Longhaired Pointer Schipperke versus Black Russian Terrier Schipperke versus Bernedoodle Schipperke versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Schipperke versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Conclusion: Chorkie versus Schipperke. 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 Schipperke better suits you and your family.