Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Havanese Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Havanese versus Morkie: Overview
- Havanese versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Morkie
- The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Morkie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Morkie
- Lifespan of Havanese versus Morkie
- Price of Havanese versus Price of Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Havanese versus Morkie
- Do Havaneses shed more than Morkies?
- Which one drools more, the Havanese or the Morkie
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Morkie?
- Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Morkie
- Can Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Havanese or the Morkie?
- Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- How Kid-friendly are Havaneses and Morkies?
- Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Havanese versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Havanese Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese 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 Havanese or the Morkie.
Havanese versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Havanese and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Havanese is a small-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Havanese 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.
Havanese versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Havanese 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 Havanese and the Morkie
| Factor | Havanese | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Being Alone | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 15 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Does NOT Shed | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Height | 8 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder | 4 to 8 inches |
| Average Lifespan | 13.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $2180 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1700 – $2750 | $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 Havanese 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 Havanese is 91 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Morkie is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Havanese is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Havanese!
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 Havanese and the Morkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Havanese and the Morkie
Below is a list of where the Havanese and the Morkie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Havanese and the Morkie
The Havanese and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Havanese and the Morkie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Havanese versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Havanese and the Morkie.
Havaneses weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Havaneses are 8 to 11 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 Havanese versus Morkie
The lifespan of Havaneses is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Havaneses is 13.5 years.
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
Havaneses live longer than Morkies.
Price of Havanese versus Price of Morkie
The average price of the Havanese puppy is $2180. The price of the Havanese typically ranges from $1700 – $2750. However, the price of a Havanese can be as low as $600 and as high as $4550. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 647 Havanese 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 Havanese is more expensive than the Morkie.
| Havanese | Morkie | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $2180 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1700 to $2750 | $1500 to $2381 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Havanese and Morkie. For different price points, the charts show how many Havanese puppies or how many Morkie puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Havaneses. 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 Havanese 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: Havanese versus Morkie
Havaneses do not like to be left alone.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Havaneses shed more than Morkies?
Havaneses 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 Havanese or the Morkie
Havaneses do have a very low tendency to drool.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Havanese or the Morkie?
Havaneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Havanese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
Havaneses 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 Havaneses Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Havaneses 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 Havaneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Havaneses can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Havanese vs. Morkie
Havaneses 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 Havaneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Havaneses 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 Havanese or the Morkie?
Havaneses get along very well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Havaneses good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Havaneses 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 Havaneses and Morkies?
Havaneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Havanese Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Havaneses are very easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Is the Havanese Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Havaneses adapt very well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Havanese or the Morkie?
Havaneses are very good for new dog owners.
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Havanese
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Havanese 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 Havanese:
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 Havanese and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Havanese and of the Morkie to other breeds:
Havanese Versus Other Dog Breeds
Havanese versus Scottish Terrier Havanese versus Akita Havanese versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Havanese versus Cocker Spaniel Havanese versus Puggle Havanese versus Lhasapoo Havanese versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Havanese versus Pointer Havanese versus Norwegian Lundehund Havanese versus Great Pyrenees Havanese versus Basset Hound Havanese versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Havanese versus Cavachon Havanese versus Belgian Tervuren Havanese versus German Pinscher Havanese versus Boston Terrier Havanese versus Australian Shepherd Havanese versus Toy Fox Terrier Havanese versus Affenhuahua Havanese versus Pomsky Havanese versus Yorkshire Terrier Havanese versus Miniature Poodle Havanese versus Kuvasz Havanese versus Dachshund Havanese versus Xoloitzcuintli
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Dachshund Morkie versus Golden Cocker Retriever Morkie versus Norwich Terrier Morkie versus Greyhound Morkie versus Australian Terrier Morkie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Morkie versus Kuvasz Morkie versus Chinese Crested Morkie versus Canaan Dog Morkie versus Newfoundland Morkie versus Catahoula Bulldog Morkie versus Kerry Blue Terrier Morkie versus Maltipoo Morkie versus Bloodhound Morkie versus Coton de Tulear Morkie versus Cane Corso Morkie versus Icelandic Sheepdog Morkie versus Yorkshire Terrier Morkie versus Labrador Retriever Morkie versus Dutch Shepherd Morkie versus Bernese Mountain Dog Morkie versus Briard Morkie versus Australian Kelpie Morkie versus Pomchi Morkie versus Japanese Chin
Conclusion: Havanese 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 Havanese and the Morkie better suits you and your family.