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- Chorkie Versus West Highland White Terrier: Introduction
- Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier: Overview
- Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier
- Lifespan of Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier
- Price of Chorkie versus Price of West Highland White Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier
- Do Chorkies shed more than West Highland White Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the West Highland White Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the West Highland White Terrier?
- Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the West Highland White Terrier?
- Do Chorkies Bark and Howl? What about West Highland White Terriers?
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. West Highland White Terrier
- Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the West Highland White Terrier?
- Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about West Highland White Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and West Highland White Terriers?
- Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the West Highland White Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chorkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the West Highland White Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chorkie Versus West Highland White Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier? 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 West Highland White Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier. 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 West Highland White Terrier.
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 West Highland White Terrier.
Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chorkie is a tiny-sized dog while the West Highland White Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chorkie to the West Highland White Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier
| Factor | Chorkie | West Highland White Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 12 to 16 years |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 6 to 9 inches | 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Weight | 8 to 15 pounds | 13 to 22 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $990 | $2220 |
| Price Range | $550 – $1200 | $1600 – $2700 |
| 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 West Highland White Terrier. 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 West Highland White Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the West Highland White Terrier is a better pet than the Chorkie. So, you should get the West Highland White Terrier!
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 West Highland White Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier
Below is a list of where the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier
The Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chorkie and the West Highland White Terrier.
Chorkies weigh 8 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Chorkies are 6 to 9 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, West Highland White Terriers weigh 13 to 22 pounds when fully grown. West Highland White Terriers are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier
The lifespan of Chorkies is between 12 to 15 years . The average lifespan of Chorkies is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of West Highland White Terriers is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of West Highland White Terriers is 14.0 years.
West Highland White Terriers live longer than Chorkies.
Price of Chorkie versus Price of West Highland White Terrier
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 West Highland White Terrier puppy is $2220. The price of the West Highland White Terrier typically ranges from $1600 – $2700. However, the price of the West Highland White Terrier can be as low as $600 and as high as $3999. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 103 West Highland White Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The West Highland White Terrier is more expensive than the Chorkie.
| Chorkie | West Highland White Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $990 | $2220 |
| Price Range | $550 to $1200 | $1600 to $2700 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chorkie and West Highland White Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Chorkie puppies or how many West Highland White Terrier 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 West Highland White Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chorkie puppy or the West Highland White Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier
Chorkies do not like to be left alone.
West Highland White Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Chorkies shed more than West Highland White Terriers?
Chorkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
West Highland White Terriers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chorkie or the West Highland White Terrier
Chorkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
West Highland White Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chorkie or the West Highland White Terrier?
Chorkies are moderately easy to groom.
West Highland White Terriers are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Chorkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the West Highland White Terrier?
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.
West Highland White Terriers 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 West Highland White Terriers?
Chorkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
West Highland White Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
West Highland White Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Chorkie vs. West Highland White Terrier
Chorkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
West Highland White Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Chorkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can West Highland White Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chorkies cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
West Highland White Terriers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chorkie or the West Highland White Terrier?
Chorkies get along fairly well with other dogs.
West Highland White Terriers get along very well with other dogs.
Are Chorkies good family dogs? What about West Highland White Terriers?
Chorkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
West Highland White Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chorkies and West Highland White Terriers?
Chorkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
West Highland White Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Chorkie Easier to Train than the West Highland White Terrier?
Chorkies are fairly easy to train.
West Highland White Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Chorkie Better for Apartment Owners than the West Highland White Terrier?
Chorkies adapt very well to apartment living.
West Highland White Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chorkie or the West Highland White Terrier?
Chorkies are very good for new dog owners.
West Highland White Terriers are very good 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 West Highland White Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the West Highland White Terrier 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 West Highland White Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chorkie and how the West Highland White Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chorkie and of the West Highland White Terrier to other breeds:
Chorkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chorkie versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Chorkie versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Chorkie versus Cocker Spaniel Chorkie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Chorkie versus Labrador Retriever Chorkie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Chorkie versus Curly-Coated Retriever Chorkie versus Finnish Lapphund Chorkie versus Brittany Chorkie versus Field Spaniel Chorkie versus Dutch Shepherd Chorkie versus Chow Chow Chorkie versus Cane Corso Chorkie versus Briard Chorkie versus Brussels Griffon Chorkie versus Aussiedoodle Chorkie versus Bluetick Coonhound Chorkie versus Chinese Crested Chorkie versus Great Pyrenees Chorkie versus Chi-Poo Chorkie versus Spinone Italiano Chorkie versus Belgian Tervuren Chorkie versus Skye Terrier
West Highland White Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
West Highland White Terrier versus Maltipoo West Highland White Terrier versus Valley Bulldog West Highland White Terrier versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne West Highland White Terrier versus Cavachon West Highland White Terrier versus Treeing Walker Coonhound West Highland White Terrier versus Lakeland Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Flat-Coated Retriever West Highland White Terrier versus English Setter West Highland White Terrier versus English Springer Spaniel West Highland White Terrier versus Bich Poo West Highland White Terrier versus Cairn Terrier West Highland White Terrier versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne West Highland White Terrier versus Irish Water Spaniel West Highland White Terrier versus Whoodle West Highland White Terrier versus Shichon West Highland White Terrier versus Saint Bernard West Highland White Terrier versus Newfoundland West Highland White Terrier versus Basset Hound West Highland White Terrier versus Pekingese West Highland White Terrier versus Chinese Shar-Pei West Highland White Terrier versus Pomsky West Highland White Terrier versus Newfoundland West Highland White Terrier versus Chinese Crested West Highland White Terrier versus Akita West Highland White Terrier versus Bolognese
Conclusion: Chorkie versus West Highland White Terrier. 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 West Highland White Terrier better suits you and your family.