Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Chow Chow Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Chow Chow versus Morkie: Overview
- Chow Chow versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Chow Chow and the Morkie
- The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Morkie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Morkie
- Lifespan of Chow Chow versus Morkie
- Price of Chow Chow versus Price of Morkie
- Adopting the Chow Chow versus Adopting the Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Chow Chow versus Morkie
- Do Chow Chows shed more than Morkies?
- Which one drools more, the Chow Chow or the Morkie
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Morkie?
- Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Morkie
- Can Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Morkie?
- Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Morkies?
- Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Chow Chow
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Chow Chow versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Chow Chow Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow or the Morkie.
Chow Chow versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Chow Chow and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Chow Chow is a large-sized dog while the Morkie 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 Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Chow Chow versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Morkie
| Factor | Chow Chow | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Kid-Friendly | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 17 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 4 to 8 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Weight | 40 to 70 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1750 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $2500 | $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 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 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 Chow Chow is 69 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 Chow Chow. 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 Chow Chow and the Morkie 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 Morkie
Below is a list of where the Chow Chow and the Morkie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Chow Chow and the Morkie
The Chow Chow and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Chow Chow and the Morkie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Chow Chow versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Chow Chow and the Morkie.
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, Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
Lifespan of Chow Chow versus Morkie
The lifespan of Chow Chows is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Chow Chows is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
Chow Chows live longer than Morkies.
Price of Chow Chow versus Price of Morkie
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 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 Chow Chow.
| Chow Chow | Morkie | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1750 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $2500 | $1500 to $2381 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Chow Chow and Morkie. For different price points, the charts show how many Chow Chow puppies or how many Morkie 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 Morkies
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow versus Adopting the Morkie
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Chow Chows 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 Chow Chow named Q that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Chow Chows like Q on pefinder.com.
Also, like Chow Chows, 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.
Toby (Mack) is the name of another Chow Chow (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
You can find more Chow Chows and Morkies that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Chow Chow versus Morkie
Chow Chows can be left alone for some time without problems.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Chow Chows shed more than Morkies?
Chow Chows 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 Chow Chow or the Morkie
Chow Chows drool moderately.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Chow Chow or the Morkie?
Chow Chows require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Chow Chow Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
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.
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Chow Chows Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Chow Chows 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 Chow Chows Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Chow Chows can very well tolerate cold weather.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Chow Chow vs. Morkie
Chow Chows 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 Chow Chows Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Chow Chows cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Chow Chow or the Morkie?
Chow Chows do not get along well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Chow Chows good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Chow Chows are not affectionate with family. They are not good family dogs.
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Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Chow Chows and Morkies?
Chow Chows do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Chow Chow Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Chow Chows are not easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Is the Chow Chow Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Chow Chows adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Chow Chow or the Morkie?
Chow Chows 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 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:
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 Chow Chow and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Chow Chow and of the Morkie to other breeds:
Chow Chow Versus Other Dog Breeds
Chow Chow versus Shiba Inu Chow Chow versus Keeshond Chow Chow versus Dalmatian Chow Chow versus German Longhaired Pointer Chow Chow versus Bearded Collie Chow Chow versus Lhasapoo Chow Chow versus Samoyed Chow Chow versus Spanish Mastiff Chow Chow versus Goldador Chow Chow versus Bernedoodle Chow Chow versus Manchester Terrier Chow Chow versus Bolognese Chow Chow versus Cocker Spaniel Chow Chow versus Samoyed Chow Chow versus Papillon Chow Chow versus Affenpinscher Chow Chow versus Bluetick Coonhound Chow Chow versus Pomsky Chow Chow versus Akita Chow Chow Chow versus Patterdale Terrier Chow Chow versus Alaskan Malamute Chow Chow versus Dogo Argentino Chow Chow versus Border Collie Chow Chow versus Kuvasz Chow Chow versus Bluetick Coonhound
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Shihpoo Morkie versus English Setter Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound Morkie versus Chinese Crested Morkie versus Finnish Spitz Morkie versus Australian Cattle Dog Morkie versus Pekingese Morkie versus Cesky Terrier Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound Morkie versus Chow Chow Morkie versus Curly-Coated Retriever Morkie versus Brittany Morkie versus Cesky Terrier Morkie versus Alaskan Malamute Morkie versus Lhasapoo Morkie versus Stabyhoun Morkie versus Bolognese Morkie versus Tibetan Spaniel Morkie versus Azawakh Morkie versus Bearded Collie Morkie versus Canaan Dog Morkie versus Afador Morkie versus Black and Tan Coonhound Morkie versus Tibetan Spaniel Morkie versus English Springer Spaniel
Conclusion: Chow Chow 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 Chow Chow and the Morkie better suits you and your family.