Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Morkie Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
- Morkie versus Silky Terrier: Overview
- Morkie versus Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Silky Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Silky Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Silky Terrier
- Lifespan of Morkie versus Silky Terrier
- Price of Morkie versus Price of Silky Terrier
- Adopting the Morkie versus Adopting the Silky Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Silky Terrier
- Do Morkies shed more than Silky Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Silky Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Silky Terrier?
- Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
- Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Silky Terriers?
- Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Silky Terrier
- Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Silky Terrier?
- Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Silky Terriers?
- Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Silky Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Morkie versus Silky Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Morkie Versus Silky Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie and the Silky Terrier? 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 Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier.
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 Silky Terrier.
Morkie versus Silky Terrier: Overview
Both the Morkie and the Silky Terrier are similar in size. The Morkie and the Silky Terrier are both tiny-sized dogs.
Furthermore, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
On the other hand, the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Morkie to the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier
| Factor | Morkie | Silky Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 15 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| 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 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Height | 4 to 8 inches | 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 8 to 10 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.5 years |
| Average Price | $1950 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2381 | $1425 – $2075 |
| 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 Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier is 80 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Silky Terrier is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Silky Terrier!
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 Silky Terrier so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Silky Terrier
Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Silky Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Silky Terrier
The Morkie and the Silky Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Silky Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Silky Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Silky Terrier.
Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Silky Terriers weigh 8 to 10 pounds when fully grown. Silky Terriers are 9 to 10 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Morkie versus Silky Terrier
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Silky Terriers is between 12 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Silky Terriers is 13.5 years.
Silky Terriers live longer than Morkies.
Price of Morkie versus Price of Silky Terrier
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 Silky Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Silky Terrier typically ranges from $1425 – $2075. However, the price of the Silky Terrier can be as low as $350 and as high as $4000. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 42 Silky Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Morkie is more expensive than the Silky Terrier.
| Morkie | Silky Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1950 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2381 | $1425 to $2075 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Silky Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Morkie puppy or the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Morkies and many Silky Terriers 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 Gundy that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Morkies like Gundy on pefinder.com.
Also, like Morkies, Silky Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Chucky is a Male Silky Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Silky Terriers like Chucky that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Boone is the name of another Morkie (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Barney is an adorable Male Silky Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Morkies and Silky Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Silky Terrier
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Silky Terriers can be left alone only for a short time.
Do Morkies shed more than Silky Terriers?
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Silky Terriers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Silky Terrier
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Silky Terriers do have a very low tendency to drool.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Silky Terrier?
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Silky Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Silky Terrier?
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Silky Terriers 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 Silky Terriers?
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Silky Terriers are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Silky Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Silky Terriers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Silky Terrier
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Silky Terriers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Silky Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Silky Terriers can tolerate hot weather.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Silky Terrier?
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Silky Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Silky Terriers?
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Silky Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Silky Terriers?
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Silky Terriers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Silky Terrier?
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Silky Terriers are very easy to train.
Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Silky Terrier?
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Silky Terriers adapt very well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Silky Terrier?
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Silky Terriers 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 Silky Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Silky Terrier 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 Silky Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Morkie and how the Silky Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Silky Terrier to other breeds:
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Bergamasco Sheepdog Morkie versus Standard Schnauzer Morkie versus Shiloh Shepherd Morkie versus Canaan Dog Morkie versus Australian Cattle Dog Morkie versus Pharaoh Hound Morkie versus Pomchi Morkie versus Black Mouth Cur Morkie versus Yorkshire Terrier Morkie versus Caucasian Shepherd Dog Morkie versus Mal Shi Morkie versus Goldendoodle Morkie versus Bull Terrier Morkie versus Mountain Cur Morkie versus Lhasapoo Morkie versus Pyrenean Shepherd Morkie versus Sussex Spaniel Morkie versus American Water Spaniel Morkie versus Lagotto Romagnolo Morkie versus Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen Morkie versus Border Terrier Morkie versus Shiranian Morkie versus Great Dane Morkie versus Finnish Spitz Morkie versus Rottweiler
Silky Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Silky Terrier versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Silky Terrier versus Mal Shi Silky Terrier versus Miniature Schnauzer Silky Terrier versus Puggle Silky Terrier versus Basset Hound Silky Terrier versus Basset Hound Silky Terrier versus Mastiff Silky Terrier versus Great Dane Silky Terrier versus Pomsky Silky Terrier versus Labrador Retriever Silky Terrier versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever Silky Terrier versus Estrela Mountain Dog Silky Terrier versus Korean Jindo Dog Silky Terrier versus Mountain Cur Silky Terrier versus Bearded Collie Silky Terrier versus Shiloh Shepherd Silky Terrier versus Bich Poo Silky Terrier versus Collie Silky Terrier versus Swedish Vallhund Silky Terrier versus Catahoula Leopard Dog Silky Terrier versus Karelian Bear Dog Silky Terrier versus Spinone Italiano Silky Terrier versus Akbash Silky Terrier versus Gordon Setter Silky Terrier versus Kuvasz
Conclusion: Morkie versus Silky Terrier. 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 Silky Terrier better suits you and your family.