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Name	Morkie	Border Collie	Yorkipoo
Origins	United States	England Scotland Wales	United States
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Group	Designer Dogs	Pastoral / Herding Dogs	Designer Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo breeds.	Morkshire Terrier	Sheepdog Scotch Sheep Dog	No data available
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Purebred	Cross Breed

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Large	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo? Compare adult weight ranges.	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Male: 30-45 pounds (14-20 kg), Female: 27-42 pounds (12-19 kg)	4-15 pounds (2-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Male: 37.5 pounds (17 kg), Female: 34.5 pounds (15.5 kg)	10.5 pounds (5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo? Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo height comparison:	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)	Male: 19-22 inches (48-56 cm), Female: 18-21 inches (46-53 cm)	7-8 inches (18-20 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7 inches (18 cm)	Male: 20.5 inches (52 cm), Female: 19.5 inches (49.5 cm)	7.5 inches (19 cm)

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1200	$600-$800	$500-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo?	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Border Collie is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Yorkipoo is easier than average to get.

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Border Collie is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.	Smart: The Yorkipoo dogs have great intelligence. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which is easiest to train?	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Border Collie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed is most alert?	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Border Collie dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed is most protective?	Morkie dogs are average defenders. See more.	Border Collie dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo? Compare temperaments.	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable	Energetic Protective Alert Intelligent Responsive Loyal Tenacious	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Companionable
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Morkie dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.	Sensitive: Border Collie dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo?	Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Border Collie dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Yorkipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo social needs comparison:	Morkie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Border Collie dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Yorkipoo 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?	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.	Border Collie 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.	Yorkipoo 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

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Border Collie rarely barks. See more.	A lot: Yorkipoo is a particularly loud breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed is most playful?	The Morkie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Border Collie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Yorkipoo is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which adapts best to small spaces?	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.	It is not recommended to keep the Border Collie breed in the home.	Very house-friendly dog the Yorkipoo breed.
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Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Border Collie dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Yorkipoo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo?	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.	Border Collie dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Risk Assessment Compare biting potential between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which has lowest bite risk?	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Border Collie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthing Tendency Compare mouthing tendencies between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which uses mouth most during play?	Morkie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Border Collie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.
Bite Strength Rating Compare bite forces between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which has the strongest bite?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Morkie bite force: Weak.	Between 200 and 400 PSI ⏺ Border Collie bite force: Ordinary.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Yorkipoo bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Border Collie: 13 years	9-15 years The average lifespan of Yorkipoo: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which handles climate changes best?	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.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Border Collie can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which has fewer health issues?	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.	The Border Collie is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Yorkipoo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Vet Care Frequency Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Morkie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Border Collie should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Yorkipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Reverse Sneezing Glaucoma	Hip Dysplasia Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Collie Eye Anomaly Osteochondrosis Dissecans	Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Rating Compare energy levels between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which breed is most active?	Morkie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Border Collie dogs are high-energy dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are high-energy dogs.
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Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Morkie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Border Collie dogs need a lot of exercises.	Yorkipoo dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo?	Morkie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Border Collie dogs don't need too much sleep.	Yorkipoo dogs don't need too much sleep.
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Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which is most prone to obesity?	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Morkie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Border Collie has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Yorkipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which needs most food?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1.5 to 2 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two or three meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
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Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	No See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. What colors are available?	Black White Brown	Black Tan Red Sable Brindle Lilac Gold Seal White & Red Slate Sable Merle Black & White Tricolor Blue merle Blue merle-tricolor Slate merle Red merle Saddleback Sable White & Blue White & Blue Merle White & Red Merle White Ticked White & Gold White & Sable White & Seal	Black Gray Tan Red Cream White Silver Sable Chocolate Apricot
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Border Collie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Yorkipoo doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which drools least?	The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Border Collie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Yorkipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Border Collie has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Yorkipoo has a low chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long	Dense Feathered Straight Short Moderately Long	Curly Silky Soft Straight
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which requires most frequent baths?	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.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo? Morkie or Border Collie or {name3 shedding:	Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Border Collie dogs shed moderately. See more.	Yorkipoo dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
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Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which is best with kids?	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Border Collie dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
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Pet Compatibility Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Morkie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Border Collie dogs are generally with other pets.	Yorkipoo dogs usually don’t get on well with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo? Which dog is more friendly?	Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo?	Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Yorkipoo dogs are not the most cat-friendly dogs.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Morkie or Border Collie or Yorkipoo?	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Border Collie dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Yorkipoo dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo?	Yes Morkie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Border Collie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Yorkipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	Yes Morkie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Border Collie is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Yorkipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people.	Border Collies are one of the best breeds for elderly people.	Yorkipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which is best suited for service work?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which excels in therapy work?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Scent Detection Ability Compare detection capabilities between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which has best nose work ability?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which is best for SAR work?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Border Collie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Yorkipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which is best for draft work?	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.
Military Service Background Compare military service history of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which has most military use?	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.

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which has most puppies?	3-5 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Any breeding differences?	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Breeding Frequency Compare breeding intervals between Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. What's recommended?	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.

Morkie vs Border Collie vs Yorkipoo Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1995 as a Herding breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Morkie, Border Collie, and Yorkipoo. Which has most recognition?	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry 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 The American Int. Border Collie Registry The American Border Collie Association	Not recognized by any clubs.

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