Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Morkie Versus Puggle: Introduction
- Morkie versus Puggle: Overview
- Morkie versus Puggle: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Puggle
- The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Puggle
- Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Puggle
- Lifespan of Morkie versus Puggle
- Price of Morkie versus Price of Puggle
- Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Puggle
- Do Morkies shed more than Puggles?
- Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Puggle
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Puggle?
- Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
- Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
- Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Puggle
- Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Puggle?
- Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Puggles?
- How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Puggles?
- Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Puggle?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Puggle
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Morkie versus Puggle. Which One is a Better Pet?
Morkie Versus Puggle: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie and the Puggle? 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 Puggle 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 Puggle.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Puggle 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 Puggle. 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 Puggle.
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 Puggle.
Morkie versus Puggle: Overview
A very important difference between the Morkie and the Puggle is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Morkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Puggle is a small-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Puggle belongs to the Hybrid Dogs group. Hybrid Dogs are the offspring of 2 or more known, but different, dog breeds.
Morkie versus Puggle: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Morkie to the Puggle 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 Puggle
| Factor | Morkie | Puggle |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 4 to 8 inches | 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 18 to 30 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 12.5 years |
| Average Price | $1950 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2381 | $995 – $1400 |
| 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 Puggle. 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 Puggle is 85 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Puggle is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Puggle!
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 Puggle so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Puggle
Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Puggle are most different:
The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Puggle
The Morkie and the Puggle are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Puggle are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Puggle
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Puggle.
Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Puggles weigh 18 to 30 pounds when fully grown. Puggles are 13 to 15 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Morkie versus Puggle
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Puggles is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Puggles is 12.5 years.
Puggles live longer than Morkies.
Price of Morkie versus Price of Puggle
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 Puggle puppy is $1330. The price of the Puggle typically ranges from $995 – $1400. However, the price of the Puggle can be as low as $400 and as high as $5125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 145 Puggle puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Morkie is more expensive than the Puggle.
| Morkie | Puggle | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1950 | $1330 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2381 | $995 to $1400 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Puggle. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Puggle 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 Puggles
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Morkie puppy or the Puggle 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 Puggle
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Puggles can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Morkies shed more than Puggles?
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Puggles shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Puggle
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Puggles do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Puggle?
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Puggles are very easy to groom.
Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Puggle?
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Puggles have a very low prey drive. This means they get won`t chase after smaller pets. They tend to get along well with other pets.
Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Puggles?
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Puggles are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Puggles Tolerate Cold Weather?
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Puggles can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Puggle
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Puggles have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Puggles Tolerate Hot Weather?
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Puggles can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Puggle?
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Puggles get along very well with other dogs.
Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Puggles?
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Puggles are good family dogs. They are affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Puggles?
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Puggles get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Puggle?
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Puggles are not easy to train.
Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Puggle?
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Puggles adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Puggle?
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Puggles 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 Puggle
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Puggle 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 Puggle:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Morkie and how the Puggle compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Puggle to other breeds:
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Toy Fox Terrier Morkie versus Miniature Schnauzer Morkie versus Gordon Setter Morkie versus Irish Setter Morkie versus American Eskimo Dog Morkie versus Greyhound Morkie versus Canaan Dog Morkie versus Plott Morkie versus Chinook Morkie versus German Pinscher Morkie versus Toy Fox Terrier Morkie versus Mastiff Morkie versus German Longhaired Pointer Morkie versus Shiba Inu Morkie versus Lancashire Heeler Morkie versus Cardigan Welsh Corgi Morkie versus Gordon Setter Morkie versus Bluetick Coonhound Morkie versus Estrela Mountain Dog Morkie versus Whoodle Morkie versus Shichon Morkie versus Labrador Retriever Morkie versus Finnish Spitz Morkie versus Puli Morkie versus Bracco Italiano
Puggle Versus Other Dog Breeds
Puggle versus Italian Greyhound Puggle versus Boxer Puggle versus Catahoula Bulldog Puggle versus Bichon Frise Puggle versus Manchester Terrier Puggle versus Alaskan Malamute Puggle versus Lowchen Puggle versus Tibetan Terrier Puggle versus Curly-Coated Retriever Puggle versus Plott Puggle versus Standard Poodle Puggle versus Alaskan Klee Kai Puggle versus Bouvier des Flandres Puggle versus German Wirehaired Pointer Puggle versus Kerry Blue Terrier Puggle versus Saint Bernard Puggle versus Boston Terrier Puggle versus German Wirehaired Pointer Puggle versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Puggle versus Cane Corso Puggle versus Braque du Bourbonnais Puggle versus Bearded Collie Puggle versus Cockalier Puggle versus Aussiedoodle Puggle versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog
Conclusion: Morkie versus Puggle. 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 Puggle better suits you and your family.