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- Morkie Versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Introduction
- Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Overview
- Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Lifespan of Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Price of Morkie versus Price of Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Adopting the Morkie versus Adopting the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Do Morkies shed more than Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
- Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
- Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
- Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
- Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
- Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
- How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
- Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Morkie
- Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
- Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
- Conclusion: Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier. Which One is a Better Pet?
Morkie Versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Overview
A very important difference between the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Morkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Staffordshire Bull Terrier 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier belongs to the Terrier Dogs group. Terrier Dogs were originally bred to go underground to hunt rodents and other small wild animals (vermin). Terriers come in a wide range of sizes and shapes, but all terriers are energetic, highly intelligent, and territorial. Terries also have the tendency to escape. They require a securely fenced yard.
Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Morkie to the Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
| Factor | Morkie | Staffordshire Bull Terrier |
|---|---|---|
| Does NOT Shed | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 14 years | 12 to 14 years |
| Good For Novice Owners | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 2/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 2/5 |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Easygoing | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 3/5 | 1/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| 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 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Height | 4 to 8 inches | 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder |
| Does NOT chew on things | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 7 to 13 pounds | 24 to 38 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 12.0 years | 13.0 years |
| Average Price | $1950 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1500 – $2381 | $1000 – $2425 |
| 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 Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier is 75 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get the Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are most different:
The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier are most similar:
Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
Morkies weigh 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. Morkies are 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
On the other hand, Staffordshire Bull Terriers weigh 24 to 38 pounds when fully grown. Staffordshire Bull Terriers are 14 to 16 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
Lifespan of Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
The lifespan of Morkies is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Morkies is 12.0 years.
The lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Staffordshire Bull Terriers is 13.0 years.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers live longer than Morkies.
Price of Morkie versus Price of Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppy is $1890. The price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier typically ranges from $1000 – $2425. However, the price of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier can be as low as $300 and as high as $6500. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 56 Staffordshire Bull Terrier puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Morkie is more expensive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier.
| Morkie | Staffordshire Bull Terrier | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1950 | $1890 |
| Price Range | $1500 to $2381 | $1000 to $2425 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Morkie and Staffordshire Bull Terrier. For different price points, the charts show how many Morkie puppies or how many Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terriers
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Morkie puppy or the Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Morkies and many Staffordshire Bull 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 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, Staffordshire Bull Terriers are also available for adoption. For example, Rex is a Male Staffordshire Bull Terrier that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Staffordshire Bull Terriers like Rex 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, Gallagher is an adorable Male Staffordshire Bull Terrier on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Morkies and Staffordshire Bull Terriers that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not like to be left alone.
Do Morkies shed more than Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers shed moderately.
Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers drool moderately.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are very easy to groom.
Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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 Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers bark and howl, but not very much.
Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Cold Weather?
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers can moderately tolerate cold weather.
Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.
Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Staffordshire Bull Terriers Tolerate Hot Weather?
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Staffordshire Bull Terriers?
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.
Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers are not easy to train.
Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Staffordshire Bull Terrier?
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Staffordshire Bull Terriers 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier
Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier:
Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You
You may also be interested in how the Morkie and how the Staffordshire Bull Terrier compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Morkie and of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier to other breeds:
Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds
Morkie versus Labradoodle Morkie versus Xoloitzcuintli Morkie versus Westiepoo Morkie versus Schipperke Morkie versus Airedale Terrier Morkie versus Basset Hound Morkie versus Golden Retriever Morkie versus Lhasa Apso Morkie versus Boykin Spaniel Morkie versus German Pinscher Morkie versus Maltese Morkie versus Goldendoodle Morkie versus Appenzeller Sennenhunde Morkie versus Azawakh Morkie versus Miniature Pinscher Morkie versus Norwich Terrier Morkie versus Korean Jindo Dog Morkie versus Kooikerhondje Morkie versus Peek A Poo Morkie versus Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Morkie versus French Spaniel Morkie versus American Foxhound Morkie versus Dandie Dinmont Terrier Morkie versus Bulldog Morkie versus Lowchen
Staffordshire Bull Terrier Versus Other Dog Breeds
Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Hovawart Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Beagle Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Bernese Mountain Dog Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Scottish Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Bulldog Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Golden Cocker Retriever Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Clumber Spaniel Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Redbone Coonhound Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Goldendoodle Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus American Eskimo Dog Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Labradoodle Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Saint Berdoodle Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Braque du Bourbonnais Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Manchester Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Azawakh Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Boxer Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Irish Water Spaniel Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus French Bulldog Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Black and Tan Coonhound Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Cocker Spaniel Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Havanese Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Chihuahua Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Affenhuahua Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Manchester Terrier Staffordshire Bull Terrier versus Manchester Terrier
Conclusion: Morkie versus Staffordshire Bull 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 Staffordshire Bull Terrier better suits you and your family.