Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chorkie Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction
- Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog: Overview
- Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog
- Lifespan of Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of Valley Bulldog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog
- Do Chorkies shed more than Valley Bulldogs?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Valley Bulldog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Valley Bulldog?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Valley Bulldog
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Valley Bulldog?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Valley Bulldogs?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Valley Bulldog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus Valley Bulldog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog? 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 Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog.
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 Valley Bulldog.
Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog: Overview
A very important difference between the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Valley Bulldog is a large-sized dog.
Furthermore, both the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog are Mixed Breed Dogs. This means both the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog are not purebred dogs.
Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
Factor | Chorkie | Valley Bulldog |
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Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 1/5 |
Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 8 to 12 years |
Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 4/5 |
Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 2/5 |
Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 4/5 |
Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Intelligence | 3/5 | 3/5 |
Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 2/5 |
NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 3/5 |
Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
Height | 6 to 9 inches | 12 to 25 inches |
Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 50 to 125 pounds |
Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 10.0 years |
Average Price | $990 | $2050 |
Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $1950 – $2200 |
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 Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chorkie is a better pet than the Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog
The Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the Valley Bulldog.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Valley Bulldogs weigh 50 to 125 pounds when fully grown. Valley Bulldogs are 12 to 25 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog
The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is between 8 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Valley Bulldogs is 10.0 years.
Chorkies live longer than Valley Bulldogs.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of Valley Bulldog
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 Valley Bulldog puppy is $2050. The price of the Valley Bulldog typically ranges from $1950 – $2200. However, the price of the Valley Bulldog can be as low as $1700 and as high as $2500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 8 Valley Bulldog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Valley Bulldog is more expensive than the Chorkie.
Chorkie | Valley Bulldog | |
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Average Price | $990 | $2050 |
Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $1950 to $2200 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and Valley Bulldog. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
Valley Bulldogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Chorkies shed more than Valley Bulldogs?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Valley Bulldogs shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the Valley Bulldog
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Valley Bulldogs drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the Valley Bulldog?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
Valley Bulldogs are very easy to groom.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Valley Bulldog?
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.
Valley Bulldogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about Valley Bulldogs?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Valley Bulldogs are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. Valley Bulldog
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Valley Bulldogs 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 Valley Bulldogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Valley Bulldogs cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the Valley Bulldog?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
Valley Bulldogs get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about Valley Bulldogs?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Valley Bulldogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and Valley Bulldogs?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Valley Bulldogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the Valley Bulldog?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
Valley Bulldogs are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Valley Bulldog?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
Valley Bulldogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the Valley Bulldog?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
Valley Bulldogs 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Valley Bulldog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Valley Bulldog 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 Valley Bulldog:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the Valley Bulldog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the Valley Bulldog to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Chorkie versus Italian Greyhound Chorkie versus Fila Brasileiro Chorkie versus Skye Terrier Chorkie versus Belgian Malinois Chorkie versus Akita Chow Chorkie versus Redbone Coonhound Chorkie versus Siberian Husky Chorkie versus Standard Schnauzer Chorkie versus Scottish Terrier Chorkie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Chorkie versus Chinese Crested Chorkie versus Vizsla Chorkie versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Chorkie versus Affenpinscher Chorkie versus Harrier Chorkie versus Australian Terrier Chorkie versus German Shorthaired Pointer Chorkie versus Greyhound Chorkie versus Doberman Pinscher Chorkie versus Australian Shepherd Chorkie versus Giant Schnauzer Chorkie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Chorkie versus Kai Ken Chorkie versus Bloodhound
Valley Bulldog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Valley Bulldog versus Schipperke Valley Bulldog versus Border Collie Valley Bulldog versus Australian Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Cairn Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Alaskan Klee Kai Valley Bulldog versus Boykin Spaniel Valley Bulldog versus Mudi Valley Bulldog versus Giant Schnauzer Valley Bulldog versus Kerry Blue Terrier Valley Bulldog versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Valley Bulldog versus Bich Poo Valley Bulldog versus Havanese Valley Bulldog versus Kishu Ken Valley Bulldog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Valley Bulldog versus German Pinscher Valley Bulldog versus Lancashire Heeler Valley Bulldog versus Afador Valley Bulldog versus Westiepoo Valley Bulldog versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog Valley Bulldog versus Shihpoo Valley Bulldog versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Valley Bulldog versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Valley Bulldog versus Peek A Poo Valley Bulldog versus Canaan Dog Valley Bulldog versus Skye Terrier
Conclusion: Chorkie versus Valley Bulldog. 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 Valley Bulldog better suits you and your family.