Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Morkie Versus Scottish Deerhound: Introduction
- Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound: Overview
- Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound
- The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound
- Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound
- Lifespan of Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound
- Price of Morkie versus Price of Scottish Deerhound
- Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound
- Do Morkies shed more than Scottish Deerhounds?
- Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Scottish Deerhound
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Scottish Deerhound?
- Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Scottish Deerhound?
- Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Scottish Deerhounds?
- Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Scottish Deerhound
- Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Scottish Deerhound?
- Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Scottish Deerhounds?
- How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Scottish Deerhounds?
- Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Scottish Deerhound?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Deerhound
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound. Which One is a Better Pet?
Morkie Versus Scottish Deerhound: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound? 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 Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound. 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 Scottish Deerhound.
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 Scottish Deerhound.
Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound: Overview
A very important difference between the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Morkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Morkie to the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound
| Factor | Morkie | Scottish Deerhound |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 8 to 11 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Height | 4 to 8 inches | 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 5/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 75 to 110 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 9.5 years |
| Average Price | $1950 | $980 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2381 | $975 – $975 |
| 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 Scottish Deerhound. 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 Scottish Deerhound is 67 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Morkie is a better pet than the Scottish Deerhound. So, you should get 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 Scottish Deerhound so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound
Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound are most different:
The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound
The Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Scottish Deerhound.
Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Scottish Deerhounds weigh 75 to 110 pounds when fully grown. Scottish Deerhounds are 28 to 32 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is between 8 to 11 years. The average lifespan of Scottish Deerhounds is 9.5 years.
Morkies live longer than Scottish Deerhounds.
Price of Morkie versus Price of Scottish Deerhound
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 Scottish Deerhound puppy is $980. The price of the Scottish Deerhound typically ranges from $975 – $975. However, the price of the Scottish Deerhound can be as low as $975 and as high as $975. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 1 Scottish Deerhound puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Morkie is more expensive than the Scottish Deerhound.
| Morkie | Scottish Deerhound | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1950 | $980 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2381 | $975 to $975 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Scottish Deerhound. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhounds
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Morkie puppy or the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Scottish Deerhounds do not like to be left alone.
Do Morkies shed more than Scottish Deerhounds?
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Scottish Deerhounds shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Scottish Deerhound
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Scottish Deerhounds do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Scottish Deerhound?
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Scottish Deerhounds require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.
Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Scottish Deerhound?
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Scottish Deerhounds 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 Scottish Deerhounds?
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Scottish Deerhounds are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Cold Weather?
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Scottish Deerhounds can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Scottish Deerhound
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Scottish Deerhounds have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Scottish Deerhounds Tolerate Hot Weather?
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Scottish Deerhounds can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Scottish Deerhound?
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Scottish Deerhounds do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Scottish Deerhounds?
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Scottish Deerhounds are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Scottish Deerhounds?
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Scottish Deerhounds get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Scottish Deerhound?
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Scottish Deerhounds are not easy to train.
Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Scottish Deerhound?
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Scottish Deerhounds do not adapt well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Scottish Deerhound?
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Scottish Deerhounds 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:
Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Scottish Deerhound
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Scottish Deerhound 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 Scottish Deerhound:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Morkie and how the Scottish Deerhound compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Scottish Deerhound to other breeds:
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Black Russian Terrier Morkie versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Morkie versus Patterdale Terrier Morkie versus Coton de Tulear Morkie versus Catahoula Bulldog Morkie versus Japanese Chin Morkie versus Chow Chow Morkie versus Borzoi Morkie versus German Wirehaired Pointer Morkie versus Sheepadoodle Morkie versus Chinook Morkie versus Airedale Terrier Morkie versus Norwegian Lundehund Morkie versus Lagotto Romagnolo Morkie versus Korean Jindo Dog Morkie versus Briard Morkie versus Skye Terrier Morkie versus Neapolitan Mastiff Morkie versus Japanese Spitz Morkie versus Dogo Argentino Morkie versus Afghan Hound Morkie versus Dachshund Morkie versus Cesky Terrier Morkie versus King Shepherd Morkie versus Pyrenean Shepherd
Scottish Deerhound Versus Other Dog Breeds
Scottish Deerhound versus Bedlington Terrier Scottish Deerhound versus American Eskimo Dog Scottish Deerhound versus Kuvasz Scottish Deerhound versus Samoyed Scottish Deerhound versus Spanish Mastiff Scottish Deerhound versus Lhasapoo Scottish Deerhound versus Beagle Scottish Deerhound versus Stabyhoun Scottish Deerhound versus Biewer Terrier Scottish Deerhound versus Tibetan Terrier Scottish Deerhound versus Weimaraner Scottish Deerhound versus Vizsla Scottish Deerhound versus Airedale Terrier Scottish Deerhound versus Cesky Terrier Scottish Deerhound versus Chorkie Scottish Deerhound versus Canaan Dog Scottish Deerhound versus Boerboel Scottish Deerhound versus Golden Retriever Scottish Deerhound versus Pomeranian Scottish Deerhound versus American Eskimo Dog Scottish Deerhound versus Puggle Scottish Deerhound versus Gordon Setter Scottish Deerhound versus Spanish Mastiff Scottish Deerhound versus Japanese Chin Scottish Deerhound versus Beagle
Conclusion: Morkie versus Scottish Deerhound. 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 Scottish Deerhound better suits you and your family.