Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Kooikerhondje Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Kooikerhondje versus Morkie: Overview
- Kooikerhondje versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Morkie
- Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Morkie
- Lifespan of Kooikerhondje versus Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Morkie
- Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Morkies?
- Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Morkie
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Morkie?
- Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Morkie
- Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Kooikerhondje or the Morkie?
- Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Morkies?
- Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Kooikerhondje versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Kooikerhondje Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje or the Morkie.
Kooikerhondje versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Kooikerhondje and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Kooikerhondje is a medium-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Kooikerhondje belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.
On the other hand, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Kooikerhondje versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Morkie
| Factor | Kooikerhondje | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 12 to 14 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Height | 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder | 4 to 8 inches |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 20 to 25 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Average Lifespan | 13.0 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 Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje is 70 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 Kooikerhondje. 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 Kooikerhondje and the Morkie so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Similarities Between the Kooikerhondje and the Morkie
The Kooikerhondje and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Kooikerhondje and the Morkie are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Kooikerhondje versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Kooikerhondje and the Morkie.
Kooikerhondjes weigh 20 to 25 pounds when fully grown. Kooikerhondjes are 14 to 16 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 Kooikerhondje versus Morkie
The lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Kooikerhondjes is 13.0 years.
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
Kooikerhondjes live longer than Morkies.
Tolerates Being Alone: Kooikerhondje versus Morkie
Kooikerhondjes do not like to be left alone.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Kooikerhondjes shed more than Morkies?
Kooikerhondjes shed moderately.
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Kooikerhondje or the Morkie
Kooikerhondjes do have a very low tendency to drool.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Kooikerhondje or the Morkie?
Kooikerhondjes require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Does the Kooikerhondje Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
Kooikerhondjes have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Kooikerhondjes Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Kooikerhondjes bark and howl, but not very much.
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Kooikerhondjes can very well tolerate cold weather.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Kooikerhondje vs. Morkie
Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondjes Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Kooikerhondjes 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 Kooikerhondje or the Morkie?
Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Kooikerhondjes good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Kooikerhondjes are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Kooikerhondjes and Morkies?
Kooikerhondjes do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Kooikerhondje Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Kooikerhondjes are not easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Is the Kooikerhondje Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Kooikerhondjes adapt very well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Kooikerhondje or the Morkie?
Kooikerhondjes are OK for new dog owners.
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Kooikerhondje
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje:
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 Kooikerhondje and how the Morkie compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Kooikerhondje and of the Morkie to other breeds:
Kooikerhondje Versus Other Dog Breeds
Kooikerhondje versus Icelandic Sheepdog Kooikerhondje versus Cane Corso Kooikerhondje versus Greyhound Kooikerhondje versus West Highland White Terrier Kooikerhondje versus Pointer Kooikerhondje versus German Shorthaired Pointer Kooikerhondje versus Shichon Kooikerhondje versus Bouvier des Flandres Kooikerhondje versus Doberman Pinscher Kooikerhondje versus Frenchton Kooikerhondje versus Belgian Malinois Kooikerhondje versus Collie Kooikerhondje versus Akita Kooikerhondje versus Schipperke Kooikerhondje versus Whoodle Kooikerhondje versus Basset Hound Kooikerhondje versus Briard Kooikerhondje versus Gordon Setter Kooikerhondje versus Bernese Mountain Dog Kooikerhondje versus German Shorthaired Pointer Kooikerhondje versus Schipperke Kooikerhondje versus Peek A Poo Kooikerhondje versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Kooikerhondje versus Pomsky Kooikerhondje versus Bulldog
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Braque du Bourbonnais Morkie versus Irish Terrier Morkie versus Portuguese Pointer Morkie versus Australian Shepherd Morkie versus Shiloh Shepherd Morkie versus Lowchen Morkie versus Saluki Morkie versus Kuvasz Morkie versus Spinone Italiano Morkie versus Irish Water Spaniel Morkie versus Chinook Morkie versus Finnish Spitz Morkie versus German Wirehaired Pointer Morkie versus Karelian Bear Dog Morkie versus Catahoula Bulldog Morkie versus Lakeland Terrier Morkie versus English Cocker Spaniel Morkie versus Giant Schnauzer Morkie versus American Eskimo Dog Morkie versus English Setter Morkie versus Affenhuahua Morkie versus Yorkshire Terrier Morkie versus Sloughi Morkie versus Havanese Morkie versus Lakeland Terrier
Conclusion: Kooikerhondje 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 Kooikerhondje and the Morkie better suits you and your family.