Differences and Similarities between the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie.

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Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Morkie: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier or the Morkie.

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Morkie: Overview

Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are similar in size. The Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are both tiny-sized dogs.

Furthermore, the Glen of Imaal Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.

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

Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Morkie: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie

Factor Glen of Imaal Terrier Morkie
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Height 12 to 14 inches tall at the shoulder 4 to 8 inches
Life Span 12 to 15 years 10 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 3/5
Tolerates Being Alone 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 3/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 1/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 3/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 4/5 3/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Easy To Train 4/5 3/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 1/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 4/5 5/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 5/5 3/5
General Health 5/5 4/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 1/5 3/5
Weight Up to 35 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
  • CONE ROD DYSTROPHY
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination- Must have an eye examination performed by an AVCO opthalmologist (or equivalent in foreign countries) beginning at 2 years of age and repeated every 2 years until age 8
  • Hip Dysplasia
    		•  No Data

    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier is 83 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Morkie is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Glen of Imaal Terrier is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Glen of Imaal Terrier!

    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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Similarities Between the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie

    The Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are most similar:

  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie do not get along well with other dogs.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie adapt well to apartment living.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are very easy to train.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are very playful.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Morkie

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie.

    Glen of Imaal Terriers weigh Up to 35 pounds when fully grown. Glen of Imaal Terriers are 12 to 14 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Morkie

    The lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Glen of Imaal Terriers is 13.5 years.

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

    Glen of Imaal Terriers live longer than Morkies.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Morkie

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.

    Morkies do not like to be left alone.

    Do Glen of Imaal Terriers shed more than Morkies?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier or the Morkie

    Glen of Imaal Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Glen of Imaal Terrier or the Morkie?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to groom.

    Morkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Glen of Imaal Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

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

    Do Glen of Imaal Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

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

    Can Glen of Imaal Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

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

    Wanderlust Potential: Glen of Imaal Terrier vs. Morkie

    Glen of Imaal Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get 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 Glen of Imaal Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier or the Morkie?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Glen of Imaal Terriers good family dogs? What about Morkies?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers 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 Glen of Imaal Terriers and Morkies?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

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

    Is the Glen of Imaal Terrier Easier to Train than the Morkie?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers are very easy to train.

    Morkies are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Glen of Imaal Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.

    Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Glen of Imaal Terrier or the Morkie?

    Glen of Imaal Terriers 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier:

  • Australian Terrier (79 percent match with Glen of Imaal Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Australian Terrier.
  • Silky Terrier (79 percent match with Glen of Imaal Terrier). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Silky Terrier.

    • 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Pomchi (79 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Pomchi.
  • Affenhuahua (78 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier vs Affenhuahua.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Glen of Imaal Terrier and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Glen of Imaal Terrier and of the Morkie to other breeds:

    Glen of Imaal Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Black Russian Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Samoyed     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Borzoi     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Bernedoodle     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Chinese Shar-Pei     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Skye Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Whippet     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Bolognese     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Boston Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Fila Brasileiro     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Bichon Frise     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Tibetan Terrier     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Maltese     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Siberian Husky     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus English Setter     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Westiepoo     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Black Mouth Cur     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Shiloh Shepherd     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Aussiedoodle     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Rottweiler     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Frenchton     Glen of Imaal Terrier versus Standard Schnauzer     

    Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Morkie versus Affenpinscher     Morkie versus Black Mouth Cur     Morkie versus Dalmatian     Morkie versus Maltipoo     Morkie versus Plott     Morkie versus Bracco Italiano     Morkie versus Keeshond     Morkie versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog     Morkie versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Morkie versus Norwegian Lundehund     Morkie versus Miniature Schnauzer     Morkie versus Biewer Terrier     Morkie versus Pug     Morkie versus Stabyhoun     Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Morkie versus Boxerdoodle     Morkie versus Dutch Shepherd     Morkie versus Brittany     Morkie versus Flat-Coated Retriever     Morkie versus Saluki     Morkie versus Kishu Ken     Morkie versus Kai Ken     Morkie versus Gordon Setter     Morkie versus Whoodle     Morkie versus Azawakh     

    Conclusion: Glen of Imaal Terrier 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 Glen of Imaal Terrier and the Morkie better suits you and your family.