Differences and Similarities between the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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Morkie Versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Introduction

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

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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 Welsh Springer Spaniel.

Morkie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Morkie is a tiny-sized dog while the Welsh Springer Spaniel is a medium-sized dog.

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

On the other hand, the Welsh Springer Spaniel belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Morkie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Morkie to the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel

Factor Morkie Welsh Springer Spaniel
Does NOT Shed 5/5 3/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 5/5
Life Span 10 to 14 years 10 to 15 years
Good For Novice Owners 2/5 4/5
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 4/5
Dog Friendly 2/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 1/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 3/5 4/5
Easygoing 3/5 1/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 4/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 5/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 3/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 3/5 4/5
Easy To Train 3/5 5/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 4/5 5/5
General Health 4/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 2/5 2/5
Intelligence 4/5 5/5
NOT Rambunctious 2/5 1/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 1/5
Height 4 to 8 inches 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder
Does NOT chew on things 1/5 3/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 1/5 1/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 7 to 13 pounds 35 to 55 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 12.5 years
Average Price $1950 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $2381 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Elbow Dysplasia
  • Eye Examination by the age of 2, then at ages 5 and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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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 Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel is 79 out of 125.

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

    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 Welsh Springer Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most different:

  • Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them. However, Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    • The Similarities Between the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    The Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are most similar:

  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel gain weight easily. You need to pay careful attention to what you feed them.
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Morkie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel.

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

    On the other hand, Welsh Springer Spaniels weigh 35 to 55 pounds when fully grown. Welsh Springer Spaniels are 17 to 19 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Morkie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    The lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is between 10 to 15 years. The average lifespan of Welsh Springer Spaniels is 12.5 years.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels live longer than Morkies.

    Adopting the Morkie versus Adopting the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Morkies and many Welsh Springer Spaniels 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, Welsh Springer Spaniels are also available for adoption. For example, Sage is a Male Welsh Springer Spaniel that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Welsh Springer Spaniels like Sage that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.

    The Morkie and the Welsh Springer Spaniel can both be adopted. Images from petfinder.com

    Boone is the name of another Morkie (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.

    You can find more Morkies and Welsh Springer Spaniels that are available for adoption on petfinder.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Morkie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Morkies do not like to be left alone.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Morkies shed more than Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels shed moderately.

    Which one drools more, the Morkie or the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Morkie or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Morkies are moderately easy to groom.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Morkie Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Do Morkies Bark and Howl? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    Can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can very well tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Morkie vs. Welsh Springer Spaniel

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels have a high tendency to wander. They are easily distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Welsh Springer Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels can tolerate hot weather.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Morkie or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Morkies good family dogs? What about Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Morkies and Welsh Springer Spaniels?

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

    Welsh Springer Spaniels get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Morkie Easier to Train than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Morkies are fairly easy to train.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels are very easy to train.

    Is the Morkie Better for Apartment Owners than the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Morkie or the Welsh Springer Spaniel?

    Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Welsh Springer Spaniels 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:

  • American Hairless Terrier (77 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs American Hairless Terrier.
  • Pomchi (79 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Pomchi.
  • Affenhuahua (78 percent match with Morkie). Here is our comparison of the Welsh Springer Spaniel vs Affenhuahua.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Welsh Springer Spaniel 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel:

  • English Cocker Spaniel (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs English Cocker Spaniel.
  • Finnish Lapphund (78 percent match with Welsh Springer Spaniel). Here is our comparison of the Morkie vs Finnish Lapphund.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

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

    Morkie Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Welsh Springer Spaniel Versus Other Dog Breeds

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    Conclusion: Morkie versus Welsh Springer Spaniel. 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 Welsh Springer Spaniel better suits you and your family.