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Name	Morkie	Shichon	Russian Toy
Origins	United States	United States	Russia
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Group	Designer Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Common Names & Aliases Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy breeds.	Morkshire Terrier	Teddy Bear Zuchon	Moscovian Miniature Terrier Moscow Toy Terrier Russian Terrier Russian Toy Terrier
Breed Classification How do breed classifications differ between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy? Compare their breeding categories.	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Purebred

Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Size and Weight Comparison

Size Classification Compare size differences between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which breed is the largest?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Statistics How do weights compare between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy? Compare adult weight ranges.	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	10-15 pounds (5-7 kg)	3-6 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	12.5 pounds (6 kg)	4.5 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)
Height Which is taller, Morkie or Shichon or Russian Toy? Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy height comparison:	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)	19-21 inches (49-53 cm)	8-10 inches (20-26 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7 inches (18 cm)	20 inches (51 cm)	9 inches (23 cm)

Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Price and Availability Comparison

Price Range Compare puppy costs for Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Find price differences between these breeds.	$800-$1200	$800-$1200	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Morkie or Shichon or Russian Toy?	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Shichon is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Russian Toy is a commonly available dog breed.

Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligence Rating Compare intelligence levels between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which breed ranks highest?	Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
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Training Difficulty Compare training difficulty levels between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which is easiest to train?	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shichon dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Rating Compare watchdog abilities of Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which breed is most alert?	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shichon dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Territorial Protection Compare territorial instincts between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which breed is most protective?	Morkie dogs are average defenders. See more.	Shichon dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Personality and Temperament Comparison

Personality Traits How do personalities differ between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy? Compare temperaments.	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable	Playful Loving Intelligent Friendly Affectionate Lively Gentle Social	Active Playful Protective Loyal Cheerful
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.
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Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy?	Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Shichon dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Russian Toy dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy social needs comparison:	Morkie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shichon dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Russian Toy 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.	Shichon dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Russian Toy 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.	Shichon 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.	Russian Toy 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 Shichon vs Russian Toy Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Barking Frequency Compare barking frequencies of Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which breed is most vocal?	A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average: The Shichon barks occasionally. See more.	Average to High: The Russian Toy is a vocal breed. See more.
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Playful Nature Compare playfulness levels between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which breed is most playful?	The Morkie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Shichon is a playful breed. See more.	The Russian Toy is a playful breed. See more.
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Apartment Adaptability Compare apartment suitability of Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. 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 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 Shichon indoors.	Apartment-friendly dog the Russian Toy breed.
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Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Lifestyle Adaptability Compare adaptability between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which breed is most flexible?	Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Shichon dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Russian Toy dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.
Alone Time Tolerance Which dog can be left alone: Morkie or Shichon or Russian Toy?	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.	Shichon dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Russian Toy 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 Shichon vs Russian Toy Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Health and Lifespan Comparison

Average Lifespan Compare life expectancies of Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which breed lives longest?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Shichon: 13 years	11-13 years The average lifespan of Russian Toy: 12 years
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Climate Tolerance Compare weather adaptability between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. 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 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.
Health Concerns Compare health problems common in Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which has fewer health issues?	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.	The Shichon is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Russian Toys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
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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 Shichon should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Russian Toy should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Reverse Sneezing Glaucoma	Allergies	Patellar Luxation Retained Baby Teeth

Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Obesity Tendency Compare weight gain tendencies between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. 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 Shichon has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Russian Toy has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Food Consumption Compare food requirements between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which needs most food?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
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Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Allergy Friendliness Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which is best for allergy sufferers?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
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Coat Colors Compare color variations between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. What colors are available?	Black White Brown	Black Gray Red Cream White Silver Apricot	Black Tan Blue Brown
Grooming Requirements Compare grooming needs between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which requires most maintenance?	Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Shichon requires minimal grooming. See more.	Easy to groom: The Russian Toy doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.
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Drooling Tendency Compare drooling tendencies between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which drools least?	The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Shichon is an average drooler. See more.	The Russian Toy is an average drooler. See more.
Stinkiness Rating Compare odor levels between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which has least natural smell?	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shichon has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Russian Toy has an average chance of bad smell.
Coat Characteristics Compare coat types between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. How do their fur characteristics differ?	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long	Fluffy Dense Curly Silky	Smooth
Bathing Needs Compare bathing needs between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Shedding Level Who sheds more Morkie or Shichon or Russian Toy? Morkie or Shichon or {name3 shedding:	Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shichon dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Russian Toy dogs are low shedders. See more.
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Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy Good With Comparison

Child Compatibility Compare child-friendliness between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which is best with kids?	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Shichon dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Russian Toy 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.	Shichon dogs are generally with other pets.	Russian Toy dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Morkie or Shichon or Russian Toy? Which dog is more friendly?	Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shichon dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards strangers.
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Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Morkie or Shichon or Russian Toy?	Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards cats.
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Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Morkie or Shichon or Russian Toy?	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Shichon dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Russian Toy dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy?	Yes Morkie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shichon dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Russian Toy 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 Shichon is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Russian Toy 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.	Shichons are usually recommended for elderly people.	Russian Toys are usually recommended for elderly people.

Morkie vs Shichon vs Russian Toy As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Capability Compare service dog potential between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which is best suited for service work?	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 Work Suitability Compare therapy dog potential between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which excels in therapy work?	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.	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, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which has best nose work ability?	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 & Rescue Potential Compare search and rescue potential between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which is best for SAR work?	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.
Maritime Work Ability Compare boating aptitude between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which is best suited for water work?	Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shichon breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Russian Toy breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Draft Work Capability Compare cart pulling abilities between Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. 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, Shichon, and Russian Toy. 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 Shichon vs Russian Toy Reproducibility Comparison

Puppy Litter Size Compare typical litter sizes of Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which has most puppies?	3-5 puppies	3-6 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Pregnancy Duration Compare gestation periods of Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. 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, Shichon, and Russian Toy. 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 Shichon vs Russian Toy Recognition Comparison

AKC Classification Compare AKC groups for Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. How are they classified?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.
FCI Classification Compare FCI groups for Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. How are they classified internationally?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.
Kennel Club Recognition Compare breed recognition status of Morkie, Shichon, and Russian Toy. Which has most recognition?	Not recognized by any clubs.	American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club International Designer Canine Registry	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service

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