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Name	Maltipoo	Papillon	Morkie
Origins	Germany France Italy	Spain France Belgium	United States
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo	Continental Toy Spaniel Epagneul Nain Epagneul Nain Continental Phalène Squirrel Dog Butterfly Dog	Morkshire Terrier
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Which is the smallest dog, Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Small Medium	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Maltipoo or Papillon or Papillon? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie weight comparison:	5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg)	Male: 8-10 pounds (4-5 kg), Female: 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	12.5 pounds (5,5 kg)	Male: 9 pounds (4.5 kg), Female: 8 pounds (3.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie height comparison:	10-13 inches (25-33 cm)	Male: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm), Female: 8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	Male: 9.5 inches (24 cm), Female: 9.5 inches (24 cm)	7 inches (18 cm)

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Which is more expensive?	$400-$2000	$400-$600	$800-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.	Very frequent: The Papillon is quite easy to get.	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie intelligence:	Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Papillon is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Trainability Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie trainability comparison.	Maltipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.	Papillon dogs are easy to train. See more.	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Papillon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Maltipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.	Papillon dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Morkie dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable	Happy Energetic Alert Intelligent Friendly	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Papillon dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. 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: Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie?	High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Papillon 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.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie social needs comparison:	Maltipoo dogs are a social breed. See more.	Papillon 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?	The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home. See more.	Papillon dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.	Papillon 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

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie playfulness comparison:	The Maltipoo is a playful breed. See more.	The Papillon 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: Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie?	A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Papillon is a particularly loud breed. 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 Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Very house-friendly dog the Maltipoo 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 Papillon indoors.	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

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Papillon 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: Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Maltipoo 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.	Papillon 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.

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Papillon 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 Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Papillon has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie mouthiness comparison:	Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Papillon 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.

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie health comparison. Which is the healthier: Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie?	Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Papillon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie health problems comparison:	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome	Collapsed Trachea Open Fontanel Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Hypoglycemia	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Glaucoma Reverse Sneezing
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Papillon 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 Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie lifespan comparison. How long do Maltipoo, Papillon and Morkie breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years	12-16 years The average lifespan of Papillon: 14 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: Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. 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.

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	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? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie weight gain potential comparison:	Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Papillon has an average risk for obesity. 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

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly	Feathered	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long
Colors What are the original Maltipoo, Papillon and Morkie color?	Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors	Black Tan Red White Sable Lemon	Black White Brown
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie grooming comparison:	Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Papillon 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 Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Maltipoo or Papillon or {name3 shedding:	Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Papillon 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: Maltipoo or Papillon 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.	6-8 weeks Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. 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 Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	No See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie?	Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Papillon 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?	The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Papillon 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.

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.	Papillon 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 Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Which dog is more friendly?	Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are very 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 Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.	Papillon 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 Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie?	Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Papillon dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie?	Yes Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Papillon 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 Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Papillon 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?	Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.	Papillons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people.

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	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: Maltipoo or Papillon or Morkie? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	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.
Therapy Dog Breeds
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.	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.	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: Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie?	Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Papillon 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.	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.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	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.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Maltipoo and Papillon and Morkie have?	4-6 puppies	2-4 puppies	3-5 puppies
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Maltipoo vs Papillon vs Morkie Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1915 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America	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 New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	Not recognized by any clubs.

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