Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chinook Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Chinook versus Morkie: Overview
- Chinook versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Morkie
- The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Morkie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Morkie
- Lifespan of Chinook versus Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Morkie
- Do Chinooks shed more than Morkies?
- Which one drools more, the Chinook or the Morkie
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Morkie?
- Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Morkie
- Can Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chinook or the Morkie?
- Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- How Kid-friendly are Chinooks and Morkies?
- Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chinook
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chinook versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chinook Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chinook 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 Chinook 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 Chinook and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chinook 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 Chinook 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 Chinook 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 Chinook or the Morkie.
Chinook versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Chinook and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chinook is a large-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Chinook 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 Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Chinook versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chinook 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 Chinook and the Morkie
| Factor | Chinook | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Good For Novice Owners | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 21 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder | 4 to 8 inches |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 55 to 70 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $2381 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1950 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests |
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No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Chinook 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 Chinook 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 Chinook is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Chinook!
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 Chinook and the Morkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chinook and the Morkie
Below is a list of where the Chinook and the Morkie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chinook and the Morkie
The Chinook and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chinook and the Morkie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chinook versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chinook and the Morkie.
Chinooks weigh 55 to 70 pounds when fully grown. Chinooks are 21 to 27 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 Chinook versus Morkie
The lifespan of Chinooks is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chinooks is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
Chinooks live longer than Morkies.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chinook versus Morkie
Chinooks do not like to be left alone.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Chinooks shed more than Morkies?
Chinooks 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 Chinook or the Morkie
Chinooks do have a very low tendency to drool.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chinook or the Morkie?
Chinooks require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Chinook Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
Chinooks 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.
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Chinooks Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Chinooks are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Chinooks Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chinooks can very well tolerate cold weather.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chinook vs. Morkie
Chinooks 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 Chinooks Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chinooks 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 Chinook or the Morkie?
Chinooks get along very well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Chinooks good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Chinooks 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 Chinooks and Morkies?
Chinooks get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Chinook Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Chinooks are very easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chinook Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Chinooks adapt very well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chinook or the Morkie?
Chinooks 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 Chinook
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Chinook 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 Chinook:
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 Chinook and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chinook and of the Morkie to other breeds:
Chinook Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chinook versus Norwegian Buhund Chinook versus Cocker Spaniel Chinook versus Westiepoo Chinook versus Komondor Chinook versus Dalmatian Chinook versus Pharaoh Hound Chinook versus Golden Cocker Retriever Chinook versus Brussels Griffon Chinook versus Kai Ken Chinook versus Catahoula Bulldog Chinook versus Bichon Frise Chinook versus English Cocker Spaniel Chinook versus Bulldog Chinook versus Boerboel Chinook versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Chinook versus Pug Chinook versus Saluki Chinook versus Boxer Chinook versus American Pit Bull Terrier Chinook versus Toy Fox Terrier Chinook versus Chow Chow Chinook versus Skye Terrier Chinook versus Dogue de Bordeaux Chinook versus Puggle Chinook versus Field Spaniel
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Bich Poo Morkie versus Giant Schnauzer Morkie versus Dachshund Morkie versus Chow Chow Morkie versus Gordon Setter Morkie versus Aussiedoodle Morkie versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Morkie versus Bichon Frise Morkie versus Alaskan Klee Kai Morkie versus Spanish Mastiff Morkie versus Irish Terrier Morkie versus Sheepadoodle Morkie versus Pomchi Morkie versus Shiba Inu Morkie versus Japanese Chin Morkie versus Australian Shepherd Morkie versus Lancashire Heeler Morkie versus Skye Terrier Morkie versus Shih Tzu Morkie versus Spinone Italiano Morkie versus Puggle Morkie versus Labrador Retriever Morkie versus Afghan Hound Morkie versus Azawakh
Conclusion: Chinook 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 Chinook and the Morkie better suits you and your family.