Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kishu Ken Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Kishu Ken versus Morkie: Overview
- Kishu Ken versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Kishu Ken and the Morkie
- The Similarities Between the Kishu Ken and the Morkie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kishu Ken versus Morkie
- Lifespan of Kishu Ken versus Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kishu Ken versus Morkie
- Do Kishu Kens shed more than Morkies?
- Which one drools more, the Kishu Ken or the Morkie
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kishu Ken or the Morkie?
- Does the Kishu Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Kishu Kens Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kishu Ken vs. Morkie
- Can Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kishu Ken or the Morkie?
- Are Kishu Kens good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- How Kid-friendly are Kishu Kens and Morkies?
- Is the Kishu Ken Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kishu Ken
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kishu Ken versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kishu Ken Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kishu 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 Kishu 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 Kishu Ken and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kishu 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 Kishu 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 Kishu 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 Kishu Ken or the Morkie.
Kishu Ken versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Kishu Ken and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kishu Ken is a medium-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Kishu Ken 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.
Kishu Ken versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kishu 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 Kishu Ken and the Morkie
| Factor | Kishu Ken | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 17 to 22 inches | 4 to 8 inches |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 30 to 60 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Life Span | 9 to 13 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Average Lifespan | 11.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Price Range | No Data | $1500 – $2381 |
| Average Price | No Data | $1950 |
| 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 Kishu 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 Kishu Ken is 79 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Morkie is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Kishu Ken is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Kishu Ken!
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 Kishu 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 Kishu Ken and the Morkie
Below is a list of where the Kishu Ken and the Morkie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Kishu Ken and the Morkie
The Kishu Ken and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kishu Ken and the Morkie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kishu Ken versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kishu Ken and the Morkie.
Kishu Kens weigh 30 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Kishu 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 Kishu Ken versus Morkie
The lifespan of Kishu Kens is between 9 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Kishu Kens is 11.0 years.
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
Morkies live longer than Kishu Kens.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kishu Ken versus Morkie
Kishu Kens can be left alone only for a short time.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Kishu Kens shed more than Morkies?
Kishu 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 Kishu Ken or the Morkie
Kishu Kens do have a very low tendency to drool.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kishu Ken or the Morkie?
Kishu Kens are moderately easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Kishu Ken Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
Kishu 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 Kishu Kens Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Kishu 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 Kishu Kens Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kishu Kens can very well tolerate cold weather.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Kishu Ken vs. Morkie
Kishu Kens 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 Kishu Kens Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kishu 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 Kishu Ken or the Morkie?
Kishu Kens do not get along well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Kishu Kens good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Kishu Kens are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kishu Kens and Morkies?
Kishu Kens get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Kishu Ken Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Kishu Kens are very easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Is the Kishu Ken Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Kishu Kens adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kishu Ken or the Morkie?
Kishu 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 Kishu Ken
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kishu 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 Kishu 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 Kishu Ken and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kishu Ken and of the Morkie to other breeds:
Kishu Ken Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kishu Ken versus Chihuahua Kishu Ken versus Pyrenean Mastiff Kishu Ken versus West Highland White Terrier Kishu Ken versus Black and Tan Coonhound Kishu Ken versus German Shorthaired Pointer Kishu Ken versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Kishu Ken versus Ibizan Hound Kishu Ken versus Beagle Kishu Ken versus Puli Kishu Ken versus Portuguese Pointer Kishu Ken versus Portuguese Pointer Kishu Ken versus Cocker Spaniel Kishu Ken versus Shihpoo Kishu Ken versus Pointer Kishu Ken versus Mal Shi Kishu Ken versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Kishu Ken versus Canaan Dog Kishu Ken versus Norwegian Buhund Kishu Ken versus Great Dane Kishu Ken versus King Shepherd Kishu Ken versus Finnish Lapphund Kishu Ken versus Lhasapoo Kishu Ken versus American Water Spaniel Kishu Ken versus Chinese Shar-Pei Kishu Ken versus Newfoundland
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Schipperke Morkie versus Barbet Morkie versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Morkie versus Chorkie Morkie versus Australian Shepherd Morkie versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi Morkie versus Weimaraner Morkie versus Bloodhound Morkie versus Cesky Terrier Morkie versus Brussels Griffon Morkie versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever Morkie versus Standard Schnauzer Morkie versus Bouvier des Flandres Morkie versus Harrier Morkie versus Sealyham Terrier Morkie versus Chinese Shar-Pei Morkie versus Schipperke Morkie versus Australian Kelpie Morkie versus Scottish Terrier Morkie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Morkie versus Coton de Tulear Morkie versus Curly-Coated Retriever Morkie versus Estrela Mountain Dog Morkie versus Bernese Mountain Dog Morkie versus Doberman Pinscher
Conclusion: Kishu 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 Kishu Ken and the Morkie better suits you and your family.