Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Morkie Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction
- Morkie versus Shiba Inu: Overview
- Morkie versus Shiba Inu: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Shiba Inu
- The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Shiba Inu
- Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Shiba Inu
- Lifespan of Morkie versus Shiba Inu
- Price of Morkie versus Price of Shiba Inu
- Adopting the Morkie versus Adopting the Shiba Inu
- Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Shiba Inu
- Do Morkies shed more than Shiba Inus?
- Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Shiba Inu
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Shiba Inu?
- Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?
- Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?
- Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Shiba Inu
- Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Shiba Inu?
- Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?
- How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Shiba Inus?
- Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Shiba Inu
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Morkie versus Shiba Inu. Which One is a Better Pet?
Morkie Versus Shiba Inu: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie and the Shiba Inu? 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 Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu.
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 Shiba Inu.
Morkie versus Shiba Inu: Overview
A very important difference between the Morkie and the Shiba Inu is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Morkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu belongs to the Companion Dogs group. Companion Dogs were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.
Morkie versus Shiba Inu: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Morkie to the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu
| Factor | Morkie | Shiba Inu |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 16 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 4/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Train | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| General Health | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 17 to 23 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 14.0 years |
| Average Price | $1950 | $2130 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2381 | $1600 – $2500 |
| 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 Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu is 82 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Shiba Inu is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Shiba Inu!
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 Shiba Inu so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Shiba Inu
Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Shiba Inu are most different:
The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Shiba Inu
The Morkie and the Shiba Inu are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Shiba Inu are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Shiba Inu
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Shiba Inu.
Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Shiba Inus weigh 17 to 23 pounds when fully grown. Shiba Inus are 13 to 17 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Morkie versus Shiba Inu
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Shiba Inus is between 12 to 16 years. The average lifespan of Shiba Inus is 14.0 years.
Shiba Inus live longer than Morkies.
Price of Morkie versus Price of Shiba Inu
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 Shiba Inu puppy is $2130. The price of the Shiba Inu typically ranges from $1600 – $2500. However, the price of the Shiba Inu can be as low as $600 and as high as $6995. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 283 Shiba Inu puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Shiba Inu is more expensive than the Morkie.
| Morkie | Shiba Inu | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1950 | $2130 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2381 | $1600 to $2500 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Shiba Inu. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inus
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Morkie puppy or the Shiba Inu 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.
Adopting the Morkie versus Adopting the Shiba Inu
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Morkies and many Shiba Inus are currently available for adoption.
These adorable and cute dogs are waiting in dog shelters hoping that someday someone will rescue them. Furthermore, adoption costs are lesser than the cost of a new puppy. Dog adoption costs are usually around $300. In addition to your local dog shelter, a good place online to see dogs that are available for adoption is petfinder.com.
Below is an adorable Male Morkie named Boone that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Morkies like Boone on pefinder.com.
Also, like Morkies, Shiba Inus are also available for adoption. For example, Jonathan D211578 is a Male Shiba Inu that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Shiba Inus like Jonathan D211578 that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Gundy is the name of another Morkie (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Loki is an adorable Male Shiba Inu on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Morkies and Shiba Inus that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Shiba Inu
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Shiba Inus can be left alone for some time without problems.
Do Morkies shed more than Shiba Inus?
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Shiba Inus shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Shiba Inu
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Shiba Inus do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Shiba Inu?
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Shiba Inus are very easy to groom.
Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Shiba Inu?
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Shiba Inus have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Shiba Inus?
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Shiba Inus are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Shiba Inus Tolerate Cold Weather?
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Shiba Inus can very well tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Shiba Inu
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Shiba Inus have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Shiba Inus Tolerate Hot Weather?
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Shiba Inus can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Shiba Inu?
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Shiba Inus get along fairly well with other dogs.
Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Shiba Inus?
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Shiba Inus are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Shiba Inus?
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Shiba Inus get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Shiba Inu?
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Shiba Inus are not easy to train.
Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Shiba Inu?
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Shiba Inus adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Shiba Inu?
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Shiba Inus 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 Shiba Inu
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Shiba Inu 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 Shiba Inu:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Morkie and how the Shiba Inu compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Shiba Inu to other breeds:
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus American Pit Bull Terrier Morkie versus Field Spaniel Morkie versus Australian Terrier Morkie versus Affenhuahua Morkie versus Newfoundland Morkie versus Shiloh Shepherd Morkie versus Yorkipoo Morkie versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Morkie versus German Pinscher Morkie versus Carolina Dog Morkie versus Akita Morkie versus Akbash Morkie versus Sealyham Terrier Morkie versus English Springer Spaniel Morkie versus Dogue de Bordeaux Morkie versus Skye Terrier Morkie versus Maltipoo Morkie versus Redbone Coonhound Morkie versus American Eskimo Dog Morkie versus Goldendoodle Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier Morkie versus Sussex Spaniel Morkie versus Goldendoodle Morkie versus Cockalier Morkie versus Norwegian Lundehund
Shiba Inu Versus Other Dog Breeds
Shiba Inu versus American Pit Bull Terrier Shiba Inu versus Ibizan Hound Shiba Inu versus Bernedoodle Shiba Inu versus American Eskimo Dog Shiba Inu versus Cesky Terrier Shiba Inu versus Giant Schnauzer Shiba Inu versus Mudi Shiba Inu versus Scottish Deerhound Shiba Inu versus Tibetan Spaniel Shiba Inu versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Shiba Inu versus Central Asian Shepherd Dog Shiba Inu versus Kuvasz Shiba Inu versus Karelian Bear Dog Shiba Inu versus Maremma Sheepdog Shiba Inu versus Kai Ken Shiba Inu versus Treeing Walker Coonhound Shiba Inu versus Bich Poo Shiba Inu versus Polish Lowland Sheepdog Shiba Inu versus Papillon Shiba Inu versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Shiba Inu versus Portuguese Pointer Shiba Inu versus Belgian Malinois Shiba Inu versus Beagle Shiba Inu versus English Toy Spaniel Shiba Inu versus Chi-Poo
Conclusion: Morkie versus Shiba Inu. 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 Shiba Inu better suits you and your family.