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Name	Morkie	Dachshund	Miniature Schnauzer
Origins	United States	Germany	Germany
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Group	Designer Dogs	Hunting Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Morkshire Terrier	Bassotto Sausage Dog Tekkel Tekkel Doxie Weenie Dog Worshond Teckel	Zwergschnauzer
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is the smallest dog, Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Morkie or Dachshund or Dachshund? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	Toy: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 16-32 pounds (7-15 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 11-18 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	Toy: 9.5 pounds (3.5-5.0 kg)Standard: 24 pounds (11 kg), Miniature: 12 pounds (5.5 kg)	Male: 14.5 pounds (5.0-8.2 kg), Female: 12.5 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg)
Height Which is taller, Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer height comparison:	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 8-11 inches (20-27 cm), Miniature: 5-7 inches (13-18 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7 inches (18 cm)	Toy: 12 inches (30 cm)Standard: 9.5 inches (23.5 cm), Miniature: 6 inches (15.5 cm)	Male: 14 inches (35.6 cm), Female: 13 inches (33.0 cm)

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$500-$700	$600-$1000
Availability Which is easier to get, Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Dachshund is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Miniature Schnauzer is quite easy to get.

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer intelligence:	Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Very smart: Miniature Schnauzer is an excellent dog breed. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer trainability comparison.	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Dachshund dogs are easy to train. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Morkie dogs are average defenders. See more.	Dachshund dogs are average defenders. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable	Playful Stubborn Courageous Devoted Lively Clever	Alert Intelligent Friendly Obedient Fearless Spirited
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.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Dachshund dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Schnauzer dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer social needs comparison:	Morkie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Dachshund dogs are a social breed. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are a social breed. 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.	Dachshund dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have average wanderlust potential. 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.	Dachshund dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer playfulness comparison:	The Morkie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Dachshunds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Miniature Schnauzers, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer?	A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Dachshund is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Miniature Schnauzer barks occasionally. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	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.	Apartment-friendly dog the Dachshund 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 Miniature Schnauzer indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Dachshund dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	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.	Dachshund 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.	Miniature Schnauzer 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.

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Morkie bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Dachshund bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Miniature Schnauzer 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 Morkie has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer mouthiness comparison:	Morkie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. See more.	Dachshund dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer health comparison. Which is the healthier: Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.	The Dachshund is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Reverse Sneezing Glaucoma	Legg-perthes Disease Cancer Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Bloat Epilepsy Deafness Intervertebral Disk Disease Elbow Dysplasia Demodectic Mange Mitral Valve Disease Cushing's Syndrome Acanthosis Nigricans Baldness Canine Diabetes Mellitus Lymphocytic Thyroiditis Narcolepsy	Cataracts Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare infection (MAI)
Veterinarian Visits 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 Dachshund should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Schnauzer should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer lifespan comparison. How long do Morkie, Dachshund and Miniature Schnauzer breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Dachshund: 13 years	12-14 years The average lifespan of Miniature Schnauzer: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer?	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 warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Miniature Schnauzer can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. See more.

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1 to 1.5 cups 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? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Morkie's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	High: The Dachshund breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Schnauzer's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long	Fine	Wiry
Colors What are the original Morkie, Dachshund and Miniature Schnauzer color?	Black White Brown	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown	Black Silver Pepper Salt
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer grooming comparison:	Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Easy to groom: The Dachshund doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Advanced: The Miniature Schnauzer requires a lot of grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Morkie or Dachshund or {name3 shedding:	Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Dachshund dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Schnauzer 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: Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	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.	8-12 weeks Very rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one. See more.
Hypoallergenic Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer 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, Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Dachshund has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Schnauzer has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Dachshund is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Schnauzer is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Morkie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Dachshund dogs are generally with other pets.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Which dog is more friendly?	Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Dachshund dogs are not the most stranger-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer 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 Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Dachshund dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer?	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Dachshund dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Schnauzer dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Yes Morkie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Dachshund dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer 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 Dachshund is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Schnauzer 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.	Dachshunds are not the best breed for elderly people.	Miniature Schnauzers are usually recommended for elderly people.

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer 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.	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: Morkie or Dachshund or Miniature Schnauzer? Which is better for autism?	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.
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.	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 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: Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer?	Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Dachshund breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Miniature Schnauzer breed usually likes 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.

Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer 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 Morkie and Dachshund and Miniature Schnauzer have?	3-5 puppies	4-8 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Morkie vs Dachshund vs Miniature Schnauzer 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 1885 as a Hound breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1926 as a Terrier breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Dachshunds group, in the section.	Recognized by FCI in the Pinscher and Schnauzer - Molossoid and Swiss Mountain and Cattledogs group, in the Pinscher and Schnauzer type section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Not recognized by any clubs.	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 Canadian Canine Registry	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

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