Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Morkie Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
- Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
- Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog
- The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog
- Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Lifespan of Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Price of Morkie versus Price of Portuguese Water Dog
- Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog
- Do Morkies shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Portuguese Water Dog
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Portuguese Water Dog
- Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
- How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Portuguese Water Dogs?
- Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Water Dog
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog. Which One is a Better Pet?
Morkie Versus Portuguese Water Dog: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog? 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog.
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 Portuguese Water Dog.
Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog: Overview
A very important difference between the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Morkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog 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.
Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Morkie to the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog
| Factor | Morkie | Portuguese Water Dog |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 5/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 4 to 8 inches | 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 35 to 60 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1950 | $2860 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2381 | $2500 – $3300 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
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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 Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog is 84 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Portuguese Water Dog is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Portuguese Water Dog!
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 Portuguese Water Dog so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog
Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog are most different:
The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog
The Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Portuguese Water Dog.
Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Portuguese Water Dogs weigh 35 to 60 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Water Dogs are 1 foot, 5 inches to 1 foot, 11 inches tall at the when fully grown.
Lifespan of Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Portuguese Water Dogs is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Portuguese Water Dogs is 12.0 years.
Price of Morkie versus Price of Portuguese Water Dog
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 Portuguese Water Dog puppy is $2860. The price of the Portuguese Water Dog typically ranges from $2500 – $3300. However, the price of the Portuguese Water Dog can be as low as $900 and as high as $5000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 140 Portuguese Water Dog puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Portuguese Water Dog is more expensive than the Morkie.
| Morkie | Portuguese Water Dog | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1950 | $2860 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2381 | $2500 to $3300 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Portuguese Water Dog. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dogs
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Morkie puppy or the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not like to be left alone.
Do Morkies shed more than Portuguese Water Dogs?
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Portuguese Water Dogs do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Portuguese Water Dog
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Portuguese Water Dogs do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Portuguese Water Dogs require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Portuguese Water Dogs bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Cold Weather?
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Portuguese Water Dogs can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Portuguese Water Dog
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Portuguese Water Dogs have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Water Dogs Tolerate Hot Weather?
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Portuguese Water Dogs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along very well with other dogs.
Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Portuguese Water Dogs?
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Portuguese Water Dogs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Portuguese Water Dogs?
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Portuguese Water Dogs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Portuguese Water Dogs are very easy to train.
Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Water Dog?
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Portuguese Water Dogs adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Portuguese Water Dog?
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Portuguese Water Dogs are OK 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 Portuguese Water Dog
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Portuguese Water Dog 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 Portuguese Water Dog:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Morkie and how the Portuguese Water Dog compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Portuguese Water Dog to other breeds:
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Chorkie Morkie versus Bichon Frise Morkie versus Maltipoo Morkie versus Wirehaired Pointing Griffon Morkie versus Goldendoodle Morkie versus German Shorthaired Pointer Morkie versus Karelian Bear Dog Morkie versus Borzoi Morkie versus Portuguese Pointer Morkie versus Australian Cattle Dog Morkie versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Morkie versus Kuvasz Morkie versus Lowchen Morkie versus Dogue de Bordeaux Morkie versus French Spaniel Morkie versus Cesky Terrier Morkie versus Canaan Dog Morkie versus Bloodhound Morkie versus Icelandic Sheepdog Morkie versus Harrier Morkie versus Australian Cattle Dog Morkie versus Miniature Schnauzer Morkie versus Shiranian Morkie versus Australian Terrier Morkie versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne
Portuguese Water Dog Versus Other Dog Breeds
Portuguese Water Dog versus Dutch Shepherd Portuguese Water Dog versus German Shepherd Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Boston Terrier Portuguese Water Dog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Chorkie Portuguese Water Dog versus Japanese Chin Portuguese Water Dog versus Dogo Argentino Portuguese Water Dog versus Vizsla Portuguese Water Dog versus Anatolian Shepherd Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Bolognese Portuguese Water Dog versus Redbone Coonhound Portuguese Water Dog versus Toy Fox Terrier Portuguese Water Dog versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog Portuguese Water Dog versus Affenhuahua Portuguese Water Dog versus Curly-Coated Retriever Portuguese Water Dog versus Bluetick Coonhound Portuguese Water Dog versus Cane Corso Portuguese Water Dog versus Bernedoodle Portuguese Water Dog versus Bichon Frise Portuguese Water Dog versus Glen of Imaal Terrier Portuguese Water Dog versus English Cocker Spaniel Portuguese Water Dog versus Swedish Vallhund Portuguese Water Dog versus Italian Greyhound
Conclusion: Morkie versus Portuguese Water Dog. 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 Portuguese Water Dog better suits you and your family.