Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kai Ken Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Kai Ken versus Morkie: Overview
- Kai Ken versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the Morkie
- The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Morkie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Morkie
- Lifespan of Kai Ken versus Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Morkie
- Do Kai Kens shed more than Morkies?
- Which one drools more, the Kai Ken or the Morkie
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Morkie?
- Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Morkie
- Can Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Morkie?
- Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- How Kid-friendly are Kai Kens and Morkies?
- Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kai Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kai Ken versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kai Ken Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken or the Morkie.
Kai Ken versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Kai Ken and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kai Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Kai Ken 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.
Kai Ken versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken and the Morkie
| Factor | Kai Ken | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Life Span | 12 to 16 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 4 to 8 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Easygoing | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Weight | 25 to 45 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 14.0 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 Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken is 73 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 Kai Ken. 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 Kai Ken and the Morkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kai Ken and the Morkie
Below is a list of where the Kai Ken and the Morkie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kai Ken and the Morkie
The Kai Ken and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kai Ken and the Morkie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kai Ken versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kai Ken and the Morkie.
Kai Kens weigh 25 to 45 pounds when fully grown. Kai Kens are 17 to 22 inches 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 Kai Ken versus Morkie
The lifespan of Kai Kens is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Kai Kens is 14.0 years.
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
Kai Kens live longer than Morkies.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kai Ken versus Morkie
Kai Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Kai Kens shed more than Morkies?
Kai Kens 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 Kai Ken or the Morkie
Kai Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kai Ken or the Morkie?
Kai Kens require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Kai Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
Kai Kens 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 Kai Kens Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Kai Kens 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 Kai Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kai Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Kai Ken vs. Morkie
Kai Kens 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 Kai Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kai Kens can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kai Ken or the Morkie?
Kai Kens get along fairly well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Kai Kens good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Kai Kens 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 Kai Kens and Morkies?
Kai Kens get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Kai Ken Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Kai Kens are fairly easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Is the Kai Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Kai Kens do not adapt well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kai Ken or the Morkie?
Kai Kens 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 Kai Ken
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken:
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 Kai Ken and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kai Ken and of the Morkie to other breeds:
Kai Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kai Ken versus Curly-Coated Retriever Kai Ken versus Berger Picard Kai Ken versus Kuvasz Kai Ken versus English Toy Spaniel Kai Ken versus Manchester Terrier Kai Ken versus German Longhaired Pointer Kai Ken versus Westiepoo Kai Ken versus English Springer Spaniel Kai Ken versus Australian Kelpie Kai Ken versus Chinese Crested Kai Ken versus Afador Kai Ken versus Cockalier Kai Ken versus Bloodhound Kai Ken versus Bulldog Kai Ken versus Pomsky Kai Ken versus Doberman Pinscher Kai Ken versus American Eskimo Dog Kai Ken versus Sealyham Terrier Kai Ken versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Kai Ken versus Kishu Ken Kai Ken versus Puli Kai Ken versus Shetland Sheepdog Kai Ken versus Doberman Pinscher Kai Ken versus Cane Corso Kai Ken versus Welsh Springer Spaniel
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Azawakh Morkie versus Ibizan Hound Morkie versus Pomsky Morkie versus Azawakh Morkie versus English Toy Spaniel Morkie versus Schipperke Morkie versus Lowchen Morkie versus French Bulldog Morkie versus Golden Retriever Morkie versus Miniature Pinscher Morkie versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Morkie versus Miniature Poodle Morkie versus Goldador Morkie versus English Springer Spaniel Morkie versus Skye Terrier Morkie versus Lakeland Terrier Morkie versus German Pinscher Morkie versus Saint Berdoodle Morkie versus Curly-Coated Retriever Morkie versus Carolina Dog Morkie versus English Toy Spaniel Morkie versus Afador Morkie versus Cavachon Morkie versus American Eskimo Dog Morkie versus Kooikerhondje
Conclusion: Kai Ken 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 Kai Ken and the Morkie better suits you and your family.