A Detailed Comparison of the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo.

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Chow Chow Versus Pomapoo: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo 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 Chow Chow and for the Pomapoo. 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 Chow Chow and the Pomapoo.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Chow Chow or the Pomapoo.

Chow Chow versus Pomapoo

Chow Chow versus Pomapoo: Overview

A very important difference between the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chow Chow is a large-sized dog while the Pomapoo is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chow Chow belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.

On the other hand, the Pomapoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

Chow Chow versus Pomapoo: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chow Chow to the Pomapoo 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 Chow Chow and the Pomapoo

Factor Chow Chow Pomapoo
Kid-Friendly 1/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 3/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 1/5
Intelligence 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 5/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 1/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 15 years 12 to 15 years
Height 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder 8 to 10 inches
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 5/5
Easygoing 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 2/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 2/5 5/5
General Health 2/5 3/5
Easy To Train 2/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 4/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 4/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 4/5 3/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Weight 40 to 70 pounds 5 to 15 pounds
Tolerates Being Alone 5/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 5/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Average Lifespan 13.5 years 13.5 years
Average Price $1750 $1620
Price Range $1000 – $2500 $1275 – $1900
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chow Chow 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 Pomapoo. 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 Chow Chow is 69 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Pomapoo is 82 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pomapoo is a better pet than the Chow Chow. So, you should get the Pomapoo!

    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 Chow Chow and the Pomapoo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo

    Below is a list of where the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo are most different:

  • Chow Chows not very intelligent. However, Pomapoos are highly intelligent.
  • Chow Chows not very playful. However, Pomapoos are very playful.
  • Chow Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners. However, Pomapoos are good for new dog owners.
  • Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs. However, Pomapoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems. However, Pomapoos do not like to be left alone.
  • The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo

    The Chow Chow and the Pomapoo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo are most similar:

  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo have the tendency to develop certain health problems.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo have a very low prey drive. This means they get along well with other pets.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo have low energy levels. They do not require a lot exercise time.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo do the things they do with very low vigor. They are not forceful.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo have low exercise needs.
  • Both the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Pomapoo

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chow Chow and the Pomapoo.

    Chow Chows weigh 40 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chow Chows are 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Pomapoos weigh 5 to 15 pounds when fully grown. Pomapoos are 8 to 10 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chow Chow versus Pomapoo

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

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

    Price of Chow Chow versus Price of Pomapoo

    The average price of the Chow Chow puppy is $1750. The price of the Chow Chow typically ranges from $1000 – $2500. However, the price of a Chow Chow can be as low as $400 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 156 Chow Chow puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Pomapoo puppy is $1620. The price of the Pomapoo typically ranges from $1275 – $1900. However, the price of the Pomapoo can be as low as $550 and as high as $3200. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 109 Pomapoo puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Chow Chow is more expensive than the Pomapoo.

    Chow Chow Pomapoo
    Average Price $1750 $1620
    Price Range $1000 to $2500 $1275 to $1900

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chow Chow and Pomapoo. For different price points, the charts show how many Chow Chow puppies or how many Pomapoo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chow Chows. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chow Chows. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomapoos

    A breakdown of the prices of Pomapoos

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chow Chow puppy or the Pomapoo 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: Chow Chow versus Pomapoo

    Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Pomapoos do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chow Chows shed more than Pomapoos?

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

    Pomapoos shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Chow Chow or the Pomapoo

    Chow Chows drool moderately.

    Pomapoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Pomapoo?

    Chow Chows require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Pomapoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pomapoo?

    Chow Chows 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.

    Pomapoos 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 Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Pomapoos?

    Chow Chows are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Pomapoos bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pomapoos Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chow Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Pomapoos can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Pomapoo

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

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

    Can Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Pomapoos Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chow Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

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

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Pomapoo?

    Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs.

    Pomapoos get along fairly well with other dogs.

    Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Pomapoos?

    Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Pomapoos?

    Chow Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Pomapoo?

    Chow Chows are not easy to train.

    Pomapoos are very easy to train.

    Is the Chow Chow Better for Apartment Owners than the Pomapoo?

    Chow Chows adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Pomapoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chow Chow or the Pomapoo?

    Chow Chows are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Pomapoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chow Chow

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

  • Anatolian Shepherd Dog (61 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Pomapoo vs Anatolian Shepherd Dog.
  • Caucasian Shepherd Dog (65 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Pomapoo vs Caucasian Shepherd Dog.
  • Chinese Shar-Pei (63 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Pomapoo vs Chinese Shar-Pei.
  • Akita Chow (62 percent match with Chow Chow). Here is our comparison of the Pomapoo vs Akita Chow.
  • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pomapoo

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

  • Pomeranian (81 percent match with Pomapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Pomeranian.
  • Peek A Poo (84 percent match with Pomapoo). Here is our comparison of the Chow Chow vs Peek A Poo.
  • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Chow Chow Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Chow Chow versus Standard Schnauzer     Chow Chow versus Japanese Chin     Chow Chow versus Leonberger     Chow Chow versus Border Terrier     Chow Chow versus Lhasapoo     Chow Chow versus American Water Spaniel     Chow Chow versus Bloodhound     Chow Chow versus Swedish Vallhund     Chow Chow versus Komondor     Chow Chow versus Boerboel     Chow Chow versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Chow Chow versus Border Collie     Chow Chow versus Bouvier des Flandres     Chow Chow versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Chow Chow versus Maltipoo     Chow Chow versus Cavachon     Chow Chow versus Catahoula Bulldog     Chow Chow versus Silky Terrier     Chow Chow versus Papillon     Chow Chow versus Boston Terrier     Chow Chow versus Bichon Frise     Chow Chow versus Cavapoo     Chow Chow versus Pekingese     Chow Chow versus Pyrenean Shepherd     Chow Chow versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     

    Pomapoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pomapoo versus Boston Terrier     Pomapoo versus Tibetan Terrier     Pomapoo versus Puli     Pomapoo versus Pharaoh Hound     Pomapoo versus Manchester Terrier     Pomapoo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Pomapoo versus Beagle     Pomapoo versus Mastiff     Pomapoo versus Jack Russell Terrier     Pomapoo versus Schnoodle     Pomapoo versus West Highland White Terrier     Pomapoo versus Hovawart     Pomapoo versus Cocker Spaniel     Pomapoo versus Whoodle     Pomapoo versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Pomapoo versus Azawakh     Pomapoo versus Japanese Spitz     Pomapoo versus Saint Bernard     Pomapoo versus Whippet     Pomapoo versus Chorkie     Pomapoo versus Miniature Schnauzer     Pomapoo versus King Shepherd     Pomapoo versus Saint Bernard     Pomapoo versus Barbet     Pomapoo versus Shichon     

    Conclusion: Chow Chow versus Pomapoo. 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 Chow Chow and the Pomapoo better suits you and your family.