Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Morkie Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction
- Morkie versus Peek A Poo: Overview
- Morkie versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Peek A Poo
- The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Peek A Poo
- Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Peek A Poo
- Lifespan of Morkie versus Peek A Poo
- Price of Morkie versus Price of Peek A Poo
- Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Peek A Poo
- Do Morkies shed more than Peek A Poos?
- Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Peek A Poo
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Peek A Poo?
- Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?
- Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?
- Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Peek A Poo
- Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Peek A Poo?
- Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?
- How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Peek A Poos?
- Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Morkie versus Peek A Poo. Which One is a Better Pet?
Morkie Versus Peek A Poo: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie and the Peek A Poo? 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 Morkie and the Peek A Poo 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 Morkie and the Peek A Poo.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Peek A Poo 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 Morkie and for the Peek A Poo. 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 Morkie and the Peek A Poo.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Morkie or the Peek A Poo.
Morkie versus Peek A Poo: Overview
Both the Morkie and the Peek A Poo are similar in size. The Morkie and the Peek A Poo are both tiny-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Peek A Poo belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Morkie versus Peek A Poo: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Morkie to the Peek A Poo 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 Morkie and the Peek A Poo
| Factor | Morkie | Peek A Poo |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 4 to 8 inches | Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 4 to 20 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1950 | $1430 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2381 | $1000 – $1800 |
| 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 Morkie 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 Peek A Poo. 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 Morkie is 74 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Peek A Poo is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Peek A Poo is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Peek A Poo!
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 Morkie and the Peek A Poo so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Peek A Poo
Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Peek A Poo are most different:
The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Peek A Poo
The Morkie and the Peek A Poo are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Peek A Poo are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Peek A Poo
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Peek A Poo.
Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Peek A Poos weigh 4 to 20 pounds when fully grown. Peek A Poos are Up to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Morkie versus Peek A Poo
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Peek A Poos is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Peek A Poos is 12.5 years.
Peek A Poos live longer than Morkies.
Price of Morkie versus Price of Peek A Poo
The average price of the Morkie puppy is $1950. The price of the Morkie typically ranges from $1500 – $2381. However, the price of a Morkie can be as low as $500 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 388 Morkie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Peek A Poo puppy is $1430. The price of the Peek A Poo typically ranges from $1000 – $1800. However, the price of the Peek A Poo can be as low as $750 and as high as $3500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 120 Peek A Poo puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Morkie is more expensive than the Peek A Poo.
| Morkie | Peek A Poo | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1950 | $1430 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2381 | $1000 to $1800 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Peek A Poo. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Peek A Poo puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Morkies. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Peek A Poos
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Morkie puppy or the Peek A Poo 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: Morkie versus Peek A Poo
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Peek A Poos do not like to be left alone.
Do Morkies shed more than Peek A Poos?
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Peek A Poos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Peek A Poo
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Peek A Poos do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Peek A Poo?
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Peek A Poos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Peek A Poo?
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Peek A Poos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Peek A Poos?
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Peek A Poos are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Peek A Poos Tolerate Cold Weather?
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Peek A Poos can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Peek A Poo
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Peek A Poos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Peek A Poos Tolerate Hot Weather?
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Peek A Poos cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Peek A Poo?
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Peek A Poos get along very well with other dogs.
Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Peek A Poos?
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Peek A Poos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Peek A Poos?
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Peek A Poos get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Peek A Poo?
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Peek A Poos are fairly easy to train.
Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Peek A Poo?
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Peek A Poos adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Peek A Poo?
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Peek A Poos are very good for new dog owners.
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 Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Peek A Poo
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Peek A Poo 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 Peek A Poo:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Morkie and how the Peek A Poo compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Peek A Poo to other breeds:
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Affenhuahua Morkie versus Tibetan Spaniel Morkie versus Spinone Italiano Morkie versus Mastiff Morkie versus Newfoundland Morkie versus Ibizan Hound Morkie versus Golden Cocker Retriever Morkie versus Alaskan Klee Kai Morkie versus Boxer Morkie versus Australian Terrier Morkie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle Morkie versus Bordoodle Morkie versus Boykin Spaniel Morkie versus Norwegian Lundehund Morkie versus Italian Greyhound Morkie versus Shiranian Morkie versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Morkie versus Skye Terrier Morkie versus Greyhound Morkie versus Pomapoo Morkie versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Morkie versus Pug Morkie versus Black Russian Terrier Morkie versus Spinone Italiano Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound
Peek A Poo Versus Other Dog Breeds
Peek A Poo versus Bernedoodle Peek A Poo versus West Highland White Terrier Peek A Poo versus Curly-Coated Retriever Peek A Poo versus Saint Bernard Peek A Poo versus Papillon Peek A Poo versus Norwich Terrier Peek A Poo versus Pointer Peek A Poo versus Maremma Sheepdog Peek A Poo versus Scottish Deerhound Peek A Poo versus Maltese Peek A Poo versus Bulldog Peek A Poo versus Bluetick Coonhound Peek A Poo versus King Shepherd Peek A Poo versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Peek A Poo versus Field Spaniel Peek A Poo versus Rhodesian Ridgeback Peek A Poo versus Shichon Peek A Poo versus English Setter Peek A Poo versus Mal Shi Peek A Poo versus Akbash Peek A Poo versus Bearded Collie Peek A Poo versus German Wirehaired Pointer Peek A Poo versus Lancashire Heeler Peek A Poo versus Welsh Springer Spaniel Peek A Poo versus Norwegian Buhund
Conclusion: Morkie versus Peek A Poo. 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 Morkie and the Peek A Poo better suits you and your family.