Differences and Similarities between the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff.

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Morkie Versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Introduction

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

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

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 Pyrenean Mastiff.

Morkie versus Pyrenean Mastiff: Overview

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

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

On the other hand, the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Morkie to the Pyrenean Mastiff 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 Pyrenean Mastiff

Factor Morkie Pyrenean Mastiff
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 1/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 13 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 5/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 2/5
Easygoing 3/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 1/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 3/5
Easy To Train 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 4/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 4/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 3/5
Height 4 to 8 inches 24 to 31 inches
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 3/5
Weight 7 to 13 pounds 130 to 200 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 11.5 years
Average Price $1950 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2381 No Data
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 Pyrenean Mastiff. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff is 78 out of 125.

Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Pyrenean Mastiff is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Pyrenean Mastiff!

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 Pyrenean Mastiff so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Morkies do not have the tendency to drool. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.
  • Morkies are prone to nip and chew at things. However, Pyrenean Mastiffs are not prone to nip and chew at things.

    • The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Both the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
  • Both the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Morkie and the Pyrenean Mastiff require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Pyrenean Mastiff

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

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

    On the other hand, Pyrenean Mastiffs weigh 130 to 200 pounds when fully grown. Pyrenean Mastiffs are 24 to 31 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Morkie versus Pyrenean Mastiff

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

    The lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of Pyrenean Mastiffs is 11.5 years.

    Morkies live longer than Pyrenean Mastiffs.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Pyrenean Mastiff

    Morkies do not like to be left alone.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can be left alone for some time without problems.

    Do Morkies shed more than Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Pyrenean Mastiff

    Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs have a very high tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Morkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are moderately easy to groom.

    Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Pyrenean Mastiff

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs 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 Pyrenean Mastiffs Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

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

    Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Pyrenean Mastiffs?

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

    Pyrenean Mastiffs get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Morkies are fairly easy to train.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Pyrenean Mastiff?

    Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Pyrenean Mastiffs do not adapt well to apartment living.

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

    Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

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

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Pyrenean Mastiff

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

  • Central Asian Shepherd Dog (74 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Central Asian Shepherd Dog.
  • Estrela Mountain Dog (75 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Estrela Mountain Dog.
  • Spanish Mastiff (72 percent match with Pyrenean Mastiff). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Spanish Mastiff.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Morkie versus Shetland Sheepdog     Morkie versus Miniature Poodle     Morkie versus Shih Tzu     Morkie versus Irish Setter     Morkie versus Scottish Terrier     Morkie versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Morkie versus Tibetan Mastiff     Morkie versus Toy Fox Terrier     Morkie versus Greyhound     Morkie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Morkie versus Miniature Poodle     Morkie versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier     Morkie versus Black Russian Terrier     Morkie versus Goldador     Morkie versus Canaan Dog     Morkie versus Basset Hound     Morkie versus Norwegian Lundehund     Morkie versus Akbash     Morkie versus Ibizan Hound     Morkie versus Basenji     Morkie versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel     Morkie versus Catahoula Leopard Dog     Morkie versus Icelandic Sheepdog     Morkie versus Shichon     

    Pyrenean Mastiff Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Pyrenean Mastiff versus English Cocker Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Maltese     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Valley Bulldog     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Mudi     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Belgian Malinois     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Miniature Schnauzer     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Cane Corso     Pyrenean Mastiff versus German Wirehaired Pointer     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Pomapoo     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Pekingese     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Welsh Springer Spaniel     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Entlebucher Mountain Dog     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Pharaoh Hound     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Pointer     Pyrenean Mastiff versus French Bulldog     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Papipoo     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Treeing Walker Coonhound     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Borzoi     Pyrenean Mastiff versus King Shepherd     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Vizsla     Pyrenean Mastiff versus Golden Retriever     

    Conclusion: Morkie versus Pyrenean Mastiff. 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 Pyrenean Mastiff better suits you and your family.