Affectionate
Cheerful
Loving
Protective
Aggressive
Lively
Loyal
Social

Friendly
Energetic
Active
Intelligent
Trainable
Vocal

Chorkies shed very little hair, making them a great choice for those who dislike excess hair in the house.

Huntaways are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Chorkies are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Huntaways aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

United States

New Zealand

Yorkshire Terrier and Chihuahua

Collies, English Hound, Old English Sheepdogs, Labrador

American Canine Hybrid Club
Designer Breed Registry
Designer Dogs Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
International Designer Canine Registry

Dog Registry of America Inc.
New Zealand Kennel Club

Early 1990’s

1900's

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

Black
Brown
Silver
White
Fawn

Pied
Black
Brown

Chorkies are known for their coat length.

Huntaways have medium-length coats.

Straight

Wavy

Chorkies are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Huntaways are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Chorkies typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

The Huntaway breed is generally very healthy, requiring minimal vet visits. Still, it's important to keep an eye on their health and seek veterinary care when needed.

Allergies
Skin Problems

Bone Cancer

Ear Infections
Eye Problems

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Ear Health and Infection

Blood Test
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Ear Examination
Skin Evaluation

Full Physical Examination

Chorkies' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Huntaways thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Chorkie has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Huntaway has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Chorkies require minimal physical activity for a healthy lifestyle.

Huntaways need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Chorkies sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Huntaways are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Chorkie minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Huntaway is an average drooler, monitor for excessive drooling which may indicate health issues.

Chorkie dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Huntaway dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Hide & Seek, Play, Fetch, Walking playing, Walk, Go to Beach, Road trip, Swim, Nap, Dog Parks, Walking, Bike ride, Go on Vacation, Hike, Chase, Bath time, Ball, Tug-of-war, Brushing, Playing, Shopping, Cuddle, CHASE THE STICK, Hiking, Frisbee, Socializing, Treats, Training, Beach Time, Parks

Training, Sea paddling, Long walks, Dancing, Playing, Chase, Playing Ball, Walk, Name te, Cuddles, Scentwork, Walking, Hoopers, Fetch, Hiking, Puzzles, Running, Run, Catch-ball, Tug-of-war, Football, Go on Vacation, Road trip, Play, Nap, High Five, Bath time, Off-leash, Car rides

Chorkies are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Huntaways are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Chorkie, it's at least 5 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Huntaway, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Chorkies usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Huntaways usually need at least 80 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 8-15 pound (4 - 7 kg) Chorkie feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 65-88 pound (29 - 40 kg) Huntaway feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Chorkie is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Huntaway is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Chorkie is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Huntaway is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Chorkies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Huntaway is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

Chorkies make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Huntaways can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Chorkies are not suitable for children.

Huntaways make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Chorkies are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Huntaways are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Chorkies are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Huntaways are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Chorkies are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Huntaways are highly friendly around strangers.

Chorkies have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Huntaways are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

Chorkies are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Huntaways are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.