Differences and Similarities between the Morkie and the Plott.

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Morkie Versus Plott: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie and the Plott? 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 Plott 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 Plott.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Plott 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 Plott. 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 Plott.

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 Plott.

Morkie versus Plott: Overview

A very important difference between the Morkie and the Plott is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Morkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Plott is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Plott belongs to the Hound Dogs group. Hound Dogs were bred to pursue and hunt warm-blooded animals. Hounds hunt by using their good sight or their good sense of smell. Dogs that belong to the Hound Group have strong prey drives and often will stop at nothing to catch what they are pursuing.

Morkie versus Plott: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Morkie to the Plott 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 Plott

FactorMorkiePlott
Does NOT Shed5/54/5
Does NOT Drool5/55/5
Life Span10 to 14 years12 to 14 years
Good For Novice Owners2/51/5
Tolerates Being Alone2/52/5
Tolerates Cold Weather2/52/5
Dog Friendly2/55/5
Tendency NOT to Wander4/51/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living3/51/5
Easygoing3/52/5
Tolerates Hot Weather3/54/5
Kid-Friendly3/53/5
Friendly Toward Strangers3/53/5
Easy To Groom3/55/5
Easy To Train3/54/5
Low Prey Drive3/51/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor3/52/5
Affectionate With Family4/54/5
General Health4/55/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight2/53/5
Intelligence4/53/5
NOT Rambunctious2/52/5
Minimal Exercise Needs2/51/5
Height4 to 8 inches20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT chew on things1/53/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl1/55/5
Potential For Playfulness5/53/5
Weight7 to 13 pounds40 to 75 pounds
Average Lifespan12.0 years13.0 years
Average Price$1950$600
Price Range$1500 – $2381$480 – $700
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health TestsNo DataNo 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 Plott. 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 Plott is 74 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Plott is not better or worse than the Morkie. So, you can get the Plott or 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 Morkie and the Plott so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Plott

Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Plott are most different:

  • Morkies do not get along well with other dogs. However, Plotts get along well with other dogs.
  • Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
  • Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl. However, Plotts are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.

    • The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Plott

    The Morkie and the Plott are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Plott are most similar:

  • Both the Morkie and the Plott do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Morkie and the Plott require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Plott

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Plott.

    Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Plotts weigh 40 to 75 pounds when fully grown. Plotts are 20 to 27 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Morkie versus Plott

    The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Plotts is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Plotts is 13.0 years.

    Plotts live longer than Morkies.

    Price of Morkie versus Price of Plott

    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 Plott puppy is $600. The price of the Plott typically ranges from $480 – $700. However, the price of the Plott can be as low as $300 and as high as $800. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 17 Plott puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The Morkie is more expensive than the Plott.

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    Morkie Plott
    Average Price $1950 $600
    Price Range $1500 to $2381 $480 to $700

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Plott. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Plott 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 Morkies. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Plotts

    A breakdown of the prices of Plotts

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Morkie puppy or the Plott 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 Plott

    Morkies do not like to be left alone.

    Plotts do not like to be left alone.

    Do Morkies shed more than Plotts?

    Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Plotts do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Plott

    Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Plotts do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Plott?

    Morkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Plotts are very easy to groom.

    Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Plott?

    Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Plotts 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.

    Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Plotts?

    Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Plotts are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Plotts Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Plotts cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Plott

    Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Plotts have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Plotts Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Plotts can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Plott?

    Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.

    Plotts get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Plotts?

    Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Plotts are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Plotts?

    Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Plotts get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Plott?

    Morkies are fairly easy to train.

    Plotts are very easy to train.

    Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Plott?

    Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Plotts do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Plott?

    Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Plotts are not the best dogs 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:

  • American Hairless Terrier (77 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Pomchi (79 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Pomchi.
  • Affenhuahua (78 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Plott vs Affenhuahua.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Plott

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Plott 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 Plott:

  • Patterdale Terrier (77 percent match with Plott). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Patterdale Terrier.
  • Rhodesian Ridgeback (77 percent match with Plott). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Rhodesian Ridgeback.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Morkie and how the Plott compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Plott to other breeds:

    Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Morkie versus Treeing Tennessee Brindle     Morkie versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Morkie versus Patterdale Terrier     Morkie versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Morkie versus Bull Terrier     Morkie versus Dogo Argentino     Morkie versus Boxerdoodle     Morkie versus Westiepoo     Morkie versus Plott     Morkie versus Bernese Mountain Dog     Morkie versus Carolina Dog     Morkie versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Morkie versus Braque du Bourbonnais     Morkie versus Patterdale Terrier     Morkie versus Saint Berdoodle     Morkie versus Nova Scotia Duck Tolling Retriever     Morkie versus Siberian Husky     Morkie versus Akita Chow     Morkie versus Cockapoo     Morkie versus Papillon     Morkie versus Afador     Morkie versus Irish Terrier     Morkie versus Lhasapoo     Morkie versus French Bulldog     Morkie versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi     

    Plott Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Plott versus Yorkipoo     Plott versus Portuguese Water Dog     Plott versus Alaskan Malamute     Plott versus Beaglier     Plott versus Toy Fox Terrier     Plott versus Doberman Pinscher     Plott versus Japanese Chin     Plott versus Whippet     Plott versus Silky Terrier     Plott versus Black and Tan Coonhound     Plott versus Norfolk Terrier     Plott versus Doberman Pinscher     Plott versus Glen of Imaal Terrier     Plott versus Welsh Terrier     Plott versus Papipoo     Plott versus Curly-Coated Retriever     Plott versus Labradoodle     Plott versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Plott versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Plott versus Greyhound     Plott versus German Pinscher     Plott versus American Water Spaniel     Plott versus Pomeranian     Plott versus Toy Fox Terrier     Plott versus Carolina Dog     

    Conclusion: Morkie versus Plott. 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 Plott better suits you and your family.