Havanese vs Morkie Comparison – Which dog is better Bichon Habanero or Morkshire Terrier?

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Name	Havanese	Morkie
Origins	Cuba	United States
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Group	Companion Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese	Morkshire Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Havanese vs Morkie breed type comparison:	Purebred	Cross Breed

Havanese vs Morkie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which dog is bigger, Havanese or Morkie? Is the Havanese bigger than the Morkie breed? Is a Havanese smaller than a Morkie?	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Havanese or Morkie? Havanese vs Morkie weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Havanese or Morkie? Is a Havanese taller than a Morkie?	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	10 inches (25 cm)	7 inches (18 cm)

Havanese vs Morkie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Havanese or Morkie? Which is more expensive? What is the difference in price between Havanese and Morkie?	$900-$1200	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Havanese or Morkie?	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.

Havanese vs Morkie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which dog has more intelligence? Is a Havanese or Morkie smarter? Which is best? Havanese vs Morkie intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Havanese vs Morkie trainability comparison. What's the difference between Havanese vs Morkie?	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Havanese or Morkie?	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Havanese or Morkie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Morkie dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Havanese vs Morkie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Havanese or Morkie? Havanese vs Morkie behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference between Havanese vs Morkie?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Morkie dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Havanese vs Morkie?	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
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Social Needs Havanese vs Morkie social needs comparison:	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Morkie dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? What's the difference between Havanese vs Morkie?	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? What's the difference between Havanese vs Morkie? Which can be better for hunting?	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Morkie dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Havanese vs Morkie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Havanese vs Morkie playfulness comparison:	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Morkie is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Havanese vs Morkie?	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Havanese or Morkie?	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Morkie indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Havanese vs Morkie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Havanese or Morkie?	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Morkie dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.

Havanese vs Morkie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Havanese or Morkie?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Morkie bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Is a Havanese more dangerous than a Morkie?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Havanese vs Morkie mouthiness comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Morkie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.

Havanese vs Morkie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Havanese vs Morkie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Havanese vs Morkie?	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Havanese vs Morkie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Havanese vs Morkie health problems comparison:	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Glaucoma Reverse Sneezing
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits: Havanese vs Morkie?	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Rare The Morkie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).
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Life Expectancy Havanese vs Morkie lifespan comparison. How long do Havanese and Morkie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy? What is the age limit of the Havanese and Morkie?	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Havanese vs Morkie?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Morkie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Havanese vs Morkie Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Havanese or Morkie? Havanese vs Morkie energy level comparison:	Havanese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Morkie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Havanese vs Morkie exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Havanese or Morkie? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Havanese dogs exercise need is very minimal.	Morkie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Havanese or Morkie?	Havanese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Morkie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Havanese vs Morkie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Havanese or Morkie? Does the Havanese breed eat more than the Morkie breed?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Havanese vs Morkie weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Morkie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Havanese vs Morkie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Havanese vs Morkie coat comparison:	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long
Colors What are the original Havanese and Morkie color? Havanese vs Morkie color comparison:	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Havanese or Morkie? Havanese vs Morkie grooming comparison:	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Havanese or Morkie? Do Havanese dogs shed more than Morkie dogs?	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Havanese or Morkie?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Havanese vs Morkie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Havanese or Morkie?	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least? What's the difference between Havanese vs Morkie?	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Havanese vs Morkie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Morkie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Havanese or Morkie? Which dog is more friendly?	Havanese dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Havanese or Morkie?	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Havanese or Morkie?	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Havanese or Morkie? Can a Havanese and a Morkie be friends? Do Havanese dogs get along with Morkie dogs?	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is best for first time owners: Havanese vs Morkie?	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Morkie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Morkie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people.

Havanese vs Morkie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Havanese or Morkie? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Havanese vs Morkie?	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Havanese vs Morkie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Havanese and Morkie have? Havanese vs Morkie litter size comparison:	1-9 puppies, average 4	3-5 puppies
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Havanese vs Morkie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America	Not recognized by any clubs.

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