Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinese Crested Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Chinese Crested versus Morkie: Overview
- Chinese Crested versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Morkie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Morkie
- Lifespan of Chinese Crested versus Morkie
- Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Morkie
- Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Morkie
- Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Morkies?
- Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Morkie
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Morkie?
- Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Morkie
- Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Morkie?
- Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinese Cresteds and Morkies?
- Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinese Crested versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinese Crested Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested or the Morkie.
Chinese Crested versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinese Crested and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinese Crested is a small-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chinese Crested belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
On the other hand, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Chinese Crested versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Morkie
| Factor | Chinese Crested | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder | 4 to 8 inches |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | Up to 12 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1430 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1600 | $1500 – $2381 |
| 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 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Morkie is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Chinese Crested is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Chinese Crested!
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 Chinese Crested and the Morkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Chinese Crested and the Morkie
The Chinese Crested and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinese Crested and the Morkie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinese Crested versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinese Crested and the Morkie.
Chinese Cresteds weigh Up to 12 pounds when fully grown. Chinese Cresteds are 11 to 13 inches tall at the shoulder 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 Chinese Crested versus Morkie
The lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Chinese Cresteds is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
Price of Chinese Crested versus Price of Morkie
The average price of the Chinese Crested puppy is $1430. The price of the Chinese Crested typically ranges from $1000 – $1600. However, the price of a Chinese Crested can be as low as $500 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 157 Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested.
| Chinese Crested | Morkie | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1430 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1600 | $1500 to $2381 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chinese Crested and Morkie. For different price points, the charts show how many Chinese Crested puppies or how many Morkie puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Chinese Cresteds. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Morkies
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chinese Crested 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.
Adopting the Chinese Crested versus Adopting the Morkie
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chinese Cresteds and many Morkies are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Chinese Crested named Romeo that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chinese Cresteds like Romeo on pefinder.com.
Also, like Chinese Cresteds, Morkies are also available for adoption. For example, Boone is a Male Morkie that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Morkies like Boone that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Sebastian (California) is the name of another Chinese Crested (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Chinese Cresteds and Morkies that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinese Crested versus Morkie
Chinese Cresteds do not like to be left alone.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinese Cresteds shed more than Morkies?
Chinese Cresteds do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Chinese Crested or the Morkie
Chinese Cresteds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinese Crested or the Morkie?
Chinese Cresteds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Chinese Crested Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Chinese Cresteds bark and howl, but not very much.
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinese Cresteds cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinese Crested vs. Morkie
Chinese Cresteds do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Chinese Cresteds Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinese Cresteds can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinese Crested or the Morkie?
Chinese Cresteds get along very well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Chinese Cresteds good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Chinese Cresteds 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 Chinese Cresteds and Morkies?
Chinese Cresteds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Chinese Crested Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Chinese Cresteds are very easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chinese Crested Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Chinese Cresteds adapt very well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinese Crested or the Morkie?
Chinese Cresteds are OK for new dog owners.
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinese Crested
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested:
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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Chinese Crested and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinese Crested and of the Morkie to other breeds:
Chinese Crested Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested versus Finnish Lapphund Chinese Crested versus Leonberger Chinese Crested versus Kooikerhondje Chinese Crested versus Clumber Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Akbash Chinese Crested versus Black Mouth Cur Chinese Crested versus Standard Poodle Chinese Crested versus Mastiff Chinese Crested versus Weimaraner Chinese Crested versus English Cocker Spaniel Chinese Crested versus Aussiedoodle Chinese Crested versus Frenchton Chinese Crested versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Chinese Crested versus Labradoodle Chinese Crested versus Lowchen Chinese Crested versus Kai Ken Chinese Crested versus French Spaniel Chinese Crested versus American Pit Bull Terrier Chinese Crested versus Basset Hound Chinese Crested versus Beagle Chinese Crested versus Neapolitan Mastiff Chinese Crested versus Rottweiler Chinese Crested versus Boston Terrier Chinese Crested versus Maltese Chinese Crested versus Irish Wolfhound
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Basenji Morkie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Morkie versus Pomsky Morkie versus Italian Greyhound Morkie versus Chinese Shar-Pei Morkie versus Bernese Mountain Dog Morkie versus Bloodhound Morkie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Morkie versus Silky Terrier Morkie versus Golden Cocker Retriever Morkie versus Dogue de Bordeaux Morkie versus Mal Shi Morkie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Morkie versus Welsh Terrier Morkie versus Belgian Tervuren Morkie versus Greyhound Morkie versus Giant Schnauzer Morkie versus Dachshund Morkie versus Karelian Bear Dog Morkie versus Australian Kelpie Morkie versus Boston Terrier Morkie versus Bernedoodle Morkie versus Hovawart Morkie versus Golden Cocker Retriever Morkie versus Belgian Malinois
Conclusion: Chinese Crested 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 Chinese Crested and the Morkie better suits you and your family.