Breed Comparison: Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Morkie

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Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Morkie: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie? 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever and for the Morkie. 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie.

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Morkie: Overview

A very important difference between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chesapeake Bay Retriever is a medium-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

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

Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Morkie: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Chesapeake Bay Retriever to the Morkie 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie

Factor Chesapeake Bay Retriever Morkie
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 1/5 3/5
Good For Novice Owners 1/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 1/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 1/5 3/5
Height 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the s 4 to 8 inches
Life Span 10 to 12 years 10 to 14 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 3/5 5/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 1/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 4/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 2/5 4/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Does NOT Shed 1/5 5/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Weight 55 to 80 pounds 7 to 13 pounds
Average Lifespan 11.0 years 12.0 years
Average Price $1060 $1950
Price Range $850 – $1200 $1500 – $2381
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • Degenerative Myelopathy
  • EIC (Exercise Induced Collapse)
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- after the age of 12 months
  • Hip Dysplasia
  • Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA) DNA Test
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 Morkie. 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever is 65 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Morkie is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Morkie is a better pet than the Chesapeake Bay Retriever. So, you should get the Morkie!

    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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie

    Below is a list of where the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie are most different:

  • Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies. However, Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    • The Similarities Between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie

    The Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie are most similar:

  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie are very playful.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Morkie

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie.

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers weigh 55 to 80 pounds when fully grown. Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are 1 foot, 9 inches to 2 feet, 2 inches tall at the s when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Morkie

    The lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers is 11.0 years.

    The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.

    Morkies live longer than Chesapeake Bay Retrievers.

    Price of Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Price of Morkie

    The average price of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy is $1060. The price of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever typically ranges from $850 – $1200. However, the price of a Chesapeake Bay Retriever can be as low as $400 and as high as $2300. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 126 Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the Morkie puppy is $1950. The price of the Morkie typically ranges from $1500 – $2381. However, the price of the Morkie can be as low as $500 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 388 Morkie puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Morkie is more expensive than the Chesapeake Bay Retriever.

    Chesapeake Bay Retriever Morkie
    Average Price $1060 $1950
    Price Range $850 to $1200 $1500 to $2381

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and Morkie. For different price points, the charts show how many Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppies or how many Morkie puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Chesapeake Bay Retrievers. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Morkies

    A breakdown of the prices of Morkies

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chesapeake Bay Retriever puppy or the Morkie 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: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Morkie

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not like to be left alone.

    Morkies do not like to be left alone.

    Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed more than Morkies?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

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

    Which one drools more, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Morkie

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers drool moderately.

    Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Morkie?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are very easy to groom.

    Morkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers bark and howl, but not very much.

    Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs. Morkie

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

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

    Can Chesapeake Bay Retrievers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers can tolerate hot weather.

    Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Morkie?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers good family dogs? What about Morkies?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

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

    How Kid-friendly are Chesapeake Bay Retrievers and Morkies?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Easier to Train than the Morkie?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are fairly easy to train.

    Morkies are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Chesapeake Bay Retriever Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever or the Morkie?

    Chesapeake Bay Retrievers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chesapeake Bay Retriever 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever:

  • Hovawart (74 percent match with Chesapeake Bay Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Hovawart.
  • Karelian Bear Dog (73 percent match with Chesapeake Bay Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Karelian Bear Dog.
  • Boerboel (76 percent match with Chesapeake Bay Retriever). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Boerboel.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie

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

  • American Hairless Terrier (77 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Pomchi (79 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Pomchi.
  • Affenhuahua (78 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever vs Affenhuahua.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chesapeake Bay Retriever and of the Morkie to other breeds:

    Chesapeake Bay Retriever Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Chesapeake Bay Retriever versus Morkie. 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 Chesapeake Bay Retriever and the Morkie better suits you and your family.