Last Updated: Jun 18, 2022
Quick Links: Table of Contents
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Morkie: Introduction
- Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie: Overview
- Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie: Comparison Table
- The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie
- The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie
- Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie
- Appearance (Colors) of the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie
- Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie
- Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Morkie
- Adopting the Doberman Pinscher versus Adopting the Morkie
- Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie
- Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Morkies?
- Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Morkie?
- Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Morkie?
- Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Morkies?
- Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Morkie?
- Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Morkie
- How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Morkies?
- Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
- Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
- Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Morkie
- Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
- Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
- Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie. Which One is a Better Pet?
Doberman Pinscher Versus Morkie: Introduction
Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie? 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie.
Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie 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 Doberman Pinscher and for the Morkie. 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie.
Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Doberman Pinscher or the Morkie.
Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie: Overview
A very important difference between the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Doberman Pinscher is a large-sized dog while the Morkie is a tiny-sized dog.
Furthermore, the Doberman Pinscher belongs to the Working Dogs group. Working Dogs were developed to assist humans in some capacity – including pulling sleds and carts, guarding flocks, guarding homes, and protecting their families. Breeds in the Working Group are known for their imposing stature, strength, intelligence, and fearless. Because of their size and strength, working dogs require a structured home life and firm, fair, consistent training by someone who can provide leadership without resorting to anger or physical force.
On the other hand, the Morkie belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.
Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie: Comparison Table
The table below compares the Doberman Pinscher to the Morkie 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie
| Factor | Doberman Pinscher | Morkie |
|---|---|---|
| Tolerates Cold Weather | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| Dog Friendly | 1/5 | 2/5 |
| General Health | 1/5 | 4/5 |
| Low Prey Drive | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Bark or Howl | 5/5 | 1/5 |
| Life Span | 10 to 13 years | 10 to 14 years |
| Tolerates Being Alone | 2/5 | 2/5 |
| Does NOT chew on things | 4/5 | 1/5 |
| Tendency NOT to Wander | 4/5 | 4/5 |
| Height | 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder | 4 to 8 inches |
| Adapts Well To Apartment Living | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Good For Novice Owners | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Kid-Friendly | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Friendly Toward Strangers | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Potential NOT to Gain Weight | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| NOT Rambunctious | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Calmness/ Low Vigor | 3/5 | 3/5 |
| Minimal Exercise Needs | 3/5 | 2/5 |
| Tolerates Hot Weather | 4/5 | 3/5 |
| Does NOT Shed | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Does NOT Drool | 2/5 | 5/5 |
| Easygoing | 1/5 | 3/5 |
| Affectionate With Family | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Easy To Groom | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Easy To Train | 5/5 | 3/5 |
| Intelligence | 5/5 | 4/5 |
| Potential For Playfulness | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Weight | 60 to 80 pounds | 7 to 13 pounds |
| Average Lifespan | 11.5 years | 12.0 years |
| Average Price | $1910 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1100 – $2500 | $1500 – $2381 |
| Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests | No Data |
Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Doberman Pinscher 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 Morkie. 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 Doberman Pinscher is 81 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Morkie is 74 out of 125.
Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Doberman Pinscher is a better pet than the Morkie. So, you should get a Doberman Pinscher!
The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie
Below is a list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie are most different:
The Similarities Between the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie
The Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie are most similar:
Size Comparison of the Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie
Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie.
The Doberman Pinscher weighs 60 to 80 pounds when fully grown. The Doberman Pinscher is 24 to 28 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.
On the other hand, the Morkie weighs 7 to 13 pounds when fully grown. The Morkie is 4 to 8 inches when fully grown.
Appearance (Colors) of the Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie
Doberman Pinscher Colors
The Doberman Pinscher comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
- Bicolor
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
- Brown / Chocolate
- Merle (Blue)
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Tricolor (Brown, Black, & White)
The Doberman Pinscher comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Black
- Red / Chestnut / Orange
Morkie Colors
The Morkie comes in the following beautiful primary colors:
- Black
- White / Cream
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Apricot / Beige
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Bicolor
The Morkie comes in the following lovely secondary colors in addition to its primary colors:
- Brown / Chocolate
- Yellow / Tan / Blond / Fawn
- Golden
- Gray / Blue / Silver
- Black
- White / Cream
Lifespan of Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie
The lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is between 10 to 13 years. The average lifespan of the Doberman Pinscher is 11.5 years.
The lifespan of the Morkie is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of the Morkie is 12.0 years.
The Morkie live longer than the Doberman Pinscher.
Price of Doberman Pinscher versus Price of Morkie
The average price of the Doberman Pinscher puppy is $1910. The price of the Doberman Pinscher typically ranges from $1100 – $2500. However, the price of a Doberman Pinscher can be as low as $300 and as high as $7500. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 476 Doberman Pinscher puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The average price of the Morkie puppy is $1950. The price of the Morkie typically ranges from $1500 – $2381. However, the price of the Morkie can be as low as $500 and as high as $4125. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 388 Morkie puppies listed for sale from various sources.
The Morkie is more expensive than the Doberman Pinscher.
| Doberman Pinscher | Morkie | |
|---|---|---|
| Average Price | $1910 | $1950 |
| Price Range | $1100 to $2500 | $1500 to $2381 |
The charts below show the price distribution for the Doberman Pinscher and Morkie. For different price points, the charts show how many Doberman Pinscher puppies or how many Morkie puppies are listed for sale at those price points.
A breakdown of the prices of Doberman Pinschers. The typical price range is shaded Green.
A breakdown of the prices of Morkies
Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Doberman Pinscher puppy or the Morkie 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 Doberman Pinscher versus Adopting the Morkie
You may consider adopting a dog instead of buying a puppy. Many Doberman Pinschers and many Morkies 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 Doberman Pinscher named Atticus that is currently available for adoption on Petfinder.com. You can find other lovely adoptable Doberman Pinschers like Atticus on pefinder.com.
Also, like Doberman Pinschers, Morkies are also available for adoption. For example, Max is a Male Morkie that is currently available for adoption on petfinder.com. You can find more Morkies like Max that are up for adoption on petfinder.com.
Donny is the name of another Doberman Pinscher (Male) on petfinder.com that is looking for a new home.
Also, Kute Kuddly Keanu ~ Marvelous Morkie ! is an adorable Male Morkie on petfinder.com that you can adopt.
You can find more Doberman Pinschers and Morkies that are available for adoption on petfinder.
Tolerates Being Alone: Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie
Doberman Pinschers do not like to be left alone.
Morkies do not like to be left alone.
Do Doberman Pinschers shed more than Morkies?
Doberman Pinschers shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
Morkies do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
Which is Easier to Groom, the Doberman Pinscher or the Morkie?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to groom.
Morkies are moderately easy to groom.
Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Doberman Pinscher or the Morkie?
Doberman Pinschers do not get along well with other dogs.
Morkies do not get along well with other dogs.
Are Doberman Pinschers good family dogs? What about Morkies?
Doberman Pinschers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Morkies are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Easier to Train than the Morkie?
Doberman Pinschers are very easy to train.
Morkies are fairly easy to train.
Which one drools more, the Doberman Pinscher or the Morkie
Doberman Pinschers have a very high tendency to drool.
Morkies do have a very low tendency to drool.
How Kid-friendly are Doberman Pinschers and Morkies?
Doberman Pinschers get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Morkies get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.
Does the Doberman Pinscher Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Morkie?
Doberman Pinschers 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.
Morkies have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.
Do Doberman Pinschers Bark and Howl? What about Morkies?
Doberman Pinschers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.
Morkies are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Morkies Tolerate Cold Weather?
Doberman Pinschers cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Morkies cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
Wanderlust Potential: Doberman Pinscher vs. Morkie
Doberman Pinschers do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Morkies do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
Can Doberman Pinschers Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Morkies Tolerate Hot Weather?
Doberman Pinschers can tolerate hot weather.
Morkies can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.
Is the Doberman Pinscher Better for Apartment Owners than the Morkie?
Doberman Pinschers adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Morkies adapt moderately well to apartment living.
Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Doberman Pinscher or the Morkie?
Doberman Pinschers are OK for new dog owners.
Morkies are not the best dogs for new dog owners.
Doberman Pinscher Versus Other Dog Breeds
You may also be interested in how the Doberman Pinscher compares to other breeds aside from the Morkie. So, see below the links to the comparison of the Doberman Pinscher to other breeds:
Doberman Pinscher versus Ibizan Hound Doberman Pinscher versus Beaglier Doberman Pinscher versus Vizsla Doberman Pinscher versus Weimaraner Doberman Pinscher versus Xoloitzcuintli Doberman Pinscher versus Alaskan Klee Kai Doberman Pinscher versus Bich Poo Doberman Pinscher versus Briard Doberman Pinscher versus Bernedoodle Doberman Pinscher versus Biewer Terrier Doberman Pinscher versus Chi-Poo Doberman Pinscher versus Lhasa Apso Doberman Pinscher versus Basset Fauve de Bretagne Doberman Pinscher versus Beagle Doberman Pinscher versus Australian Cattle Dog Doberman Pinscher versus Bordoodle Doberman Pinscher versus Border Terrier
Conclusion: Doberman Pinscher versus Morkie. 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 Doberman Pinscher and the Morkie better suits you and your family.