Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Irish Terrier Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Irish Terrier versus Morkie: Overview
- Irish Terrier versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Irish Terrier and the Morkie
- The Similarities Between the Irish Terrier and the Morkie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Terrier versus Morkie
- Lifespan of Irish Terrier versus Morkie
- Price of Irish Terrier versus Price of Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Irish Terrier versus Morkie
- Do Irish Terriers shed more than Morkies?
- Which one drools more, the Irish Terrier or the Morkie
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Irish Terrier or the Morkie?
- Does the Irish Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Irish Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Irish Terrier vs. Morkie
- Can Irish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Irish Terrier or the Morkie?
- Are Irish Terriers good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- How Kid-friendly are Irish Terriers and Morkies?
- Is the Irish Terrier Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Irish Terrier
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Irish Terrier versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Irish Terrier Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Irish 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 Irish 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 Irish Terrier and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Irish 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 Irish 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 Irish 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 Irish Terrier or the Morkie.
Irish Terrier versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Irish Terrier and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Irish Terrier is a medium-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Irish 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.
Irish Terrier versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Irish 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 Irish Terrier and the Morkie
| Factor | Irish Terrier | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 18 to 20 inches tall at the shoulder | 4 to 8 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 27 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1280 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1000 – $1500 | $1500 – $2381 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Irish 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 Irish Terrier is 78 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Morkie is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Irish Terrier is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Irish 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 Irish Terrier and the Morkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Irish Terrier and the Morkie
Below is a list of where the Irish Terrier and the Morkie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Irish Terrier and the Morkie
The Irish Terrier and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Irish Terrier and the Morkie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Irish Terrier versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Irish Terrier and the Morkie.
Irish Terriers weigh 25 to 27 pounds when fully grown. Irish Terriers are 18 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 Irish Terrier versus Morkie
The lifespan of Irish Terriers is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Irish Terriers is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
Irish Terriers live longer than Morkies.
Price of Irish Terrier versus Price of Morkie
The average price of the Irish Terrier puppy is $1280. The price of the Irish Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $1500. However, the price of a Irish Terrier can be as low as $450 and as high as $2800. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 26 Irish Terrier 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 Irish Terrier.
| Irish Terrier | Morkie | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1280 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1000 to $1500 | $1500 to $2381 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Irish Terrier and Morkie. For different price points, the charts show how many Irish Terrier puppies or how many Morkie puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Irish Terriers. 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 Irish Terrier 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: Irish Terrier versus Morkie
Irish Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Irish Terriers shed more than Morkies?
Irish Terriers 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 Irish Terrier or the Morkie
Irish Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Irish Terrier or the Morkie?
Irish Terriers require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Irish Terrier Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
Irish Terriers 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 Irish Terriers Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Irish 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 Irish Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Irish Terriers can very well tolerate cold weather.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Irish Terrier vs. Morkie
Irish 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 Irish Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Irish 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 Irish Terrier or the Morkie?
Irish Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Irish Terriers good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Irish 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 Irish Terriers and Morkies?
Irish Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Irish Terrier Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Irish Terriers are not easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Is the Irish Terrier Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Irish Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Irish Terrier or the Morkie?
Irish 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 Irish Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Irish 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 Irish 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:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Irish Terrier and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Irish Terrier and of the Morkie to other breeds:
Irish Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Irish Terrier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Irish Terrier versus Aussiedoodle Irish Terrier versus Biewer Terrier Irish Terrier versus Field Spaniel Irish Terrier versus Yorkipoo Irish Terrier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Irish Terrier versus Siberian Husky Irish Terrier versus Goldador Irish Terrier versus Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier Irish Terrier versus Puggle Irish Terrier versus Silky Terrier Irish Terrier versus Welsh Terrier Irish Terrier versus Bullmastiff Irish Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier Irish Terrier versus Biewer Terrier Irish Terrier versus Gordon Setter Irish Terrier versus Jack Russell Terrier Irish Terrier versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Irish Terrier versus Neapolitan Mastiff Irish Terrier versus Cairn Terrier Irish Terrier versus Chow Chow Irish Terrier versus Schipperke Irish Terrier versus Saluki Irish Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund Irish Terrier versus Dalmatian
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Goldador Morkie versus Australian Kelpie Morkie versus Estrela Mountain Dog Morkie versus Goldendoodle Morkie versus Standard Schnauzer Morkie versus Cavapoo Morkie versus Havanese Morkie versus Azawakh Morkie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Morkie versus Westiepoo Morkie versus Jack Russell Terrier Morkie versus Swedish Vallhund Morkie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Morkie versus Basset Hound Morkie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Morkie versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Morkie versus American Eskimo Dog Morkie versus Gordon Setter Morkie versus Biewer Terrier Morkie versus Goldador Morkie versus Scottish Terrier Morkie versus Chinese Shar-Pei Morkie versus Bracco Italiano Morkie versus Standard Poodle Morkie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog
Conclusion: Irish 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 Irish Terrier and the Morkie better suits you and your family.