Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Comparison - Dog breed selector: Morkshire Terrier or Pooshi or Roseneath Terrier? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Morkie and Shih-Poo. Which is better: Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier?
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| Name | Morkie | Shih-Poo | West Highland White Terrier |
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| Origins |  United States |  China Tibet |  Scotland |
| Group | Designer Dogs | Designer Dogs | Hunting Dogs |
| Popularity Rank | 580 | 562 | 42 |
| Reviews | 1 | 2 | 1 |
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| Common Names & Aliases
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier breeds. | Morkshire Terrier |
Pooshi Shoodle |
Roseneath Terrier Westie Westy White Roseneath Terrier Poltalloch Terrier |
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| Breed Classification
How do breed classifications differ between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier? Compare their breeding categories. | Cross Breed | Cross Breed | Purebred |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification
Compare size differences between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed is the largest? | Small | Small | Small |
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| Weight Statistics
How do weights compare between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier? Compare adult weight ranges. | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) |
8-15 pounds (4-7 kg) 7-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | Male: 15-22 pounds (7-10 kg), Female: 13-16 pounds (6-7 kg) |
| Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight? | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | 11.5 pounds (5.5 kg) | Male: 18.5 pounds (8.5 kg), Female: 14.5 pounds (6.5 kg) |
| Height
Which is taller, Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier height comparison: | 5-9 inches (13-23 cm) | 8-15 inches (20-38 cm) | Male: 10-12 inches (25-30 cm), Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm) |
| Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height? | 7 inches (18 cm) | 11.5 inches (29 cm) | Male: 11 inches (27.5 cm), Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm) |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Price and Availability Comparison
| Price Range
Compare puppy costs for Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Find price differences between these breeds. | $800-$1200 | $800-$1200 | $900-$1200 |
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| Availability
Which is easier to get, Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? | Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed. | Frequent: The Shih-Poo is easier than average to get. | Very frequent: The West Highland White Terrier is quite easy to get. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligence Rating
Compare intelligence levels between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed ranks highest? | Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. | Smart: The Shih-Poo dogs have great intelligence. | Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. |
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| Training Difficulty
Compare training difficulty levels between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which is easiest to train? | Morkie dogs are easy to train. | Shih-Poo dogs are quite easy to train. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are easy to train. |
| Watchdog Rating
Compare watchdog abilities of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed is most alert? | Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. | Shih-Poo dogs are average watchdogs. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are average watchdogs. |
| Territorial Protection
Compare territorial instincts between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed is most protective? | Morkie dogs are average defenders. | Shih-Poo dogs are average defenders. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are extremely protective guard dogs. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Personality Traits
How do personalities differ between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier? Compare temperaments. |
Playful Funny Energetic Lovable |
Intelligent Loyal Sweet Companionable |
Independent Alert Courageous Intelligent Friendly Affectionate |
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| 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. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. |
| Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier? | Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. | High: Shih-Poo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. | Average to High: West Highland White Terrier dogs are highly affectionate dogs. |
| Social Needs
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier social needs comparison: | Morkie dogs are a social breed. | Shih-Poo dogs need a lot of social interaction. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are a social breed. |
| Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct? | Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | Shih-Poo dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. | West Highland White Terrier dogs have average wanderlust potential. |
| 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. | Shih-Poo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. | West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Barking Frequency
Compare barking frequencies of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed is most vocal? | A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. | Low to Average: The Shih-Poo rarely barks. | A lot: West Highland White Terrier is a particularly loud breed. |
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| Playful Nature
Compare playfulness levels between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed is most playful? | The Morkie is a highly playful breed. | The Shih-Poo is a playful breed. | The West Highland White Terrier is a highly playful breed. |
| Apartment Adaptability
Compare apartment suitability of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. 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. | Very house-friendly dog the Shih-Poo 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 West Highland White Terrier indoors. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Lifestyle Adaptability
Compare adaptability between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed is most flexible? | Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually. | Shih-Poo dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments. | West Highland White Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments. |
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| Alone Time Tolerance
Which dog can be left alone: Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? | 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. | Shih-Poo dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them. | West Highland White Terrier 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 Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Risk Assessment
Compare biting potential between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which has lowest bite risk? | Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of biting somebody. | Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of biting somebody. |
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| Mouthing Tendency
Compare mouthing tendencies between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which uses mouth most during play? | Morkie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people. | Shih-Poo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. | West Highland White Terrier dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. |
| Bite Strength Rating
Compare bite forces between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which has the strongest bite? | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Morkie bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Shih-Poo bite force: Weak. | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 West Highland White Terrier bite force: Weak. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan
Compare life expectancies of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed lives longest? |
10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years |
14-16 years The average lifespan of Shih-Poo: 15 years |
12-16 years The average lifespan of West Highland White Terrier: 14 years |
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| Climate Tolerance
Compare weather adaptability between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. 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. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The Shih-Poo can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. | Prefers average to cold weather conditions The West Highland White Terrier can adapt to well to cold weather conditions, some dogs even can be a good mountain dog. |
| Health Concerns
Compare health problems common in Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which has fewer health issues? | Morkies are commonly healthy dogs. | The Shih-Poo is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly. | Very healthy dog breed. |
| 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 Shih-Poo should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year. |
Rare The West Highland White Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year). |
| Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier health problems comparison: |
Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Reverse Sneezing Glaucoma |
Heatstroke Dental Problems |
Cataracts Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Craniomandibular Osteopathy Globoid Cell Leukodystrophy White Dog Shaker Syndrome Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Atopic Dermatitis Hyperplastic Dermatosis Pulmonary Fibrosis |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating
Compare energy levels between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which breed is most active? | Morkie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. | Shih-Poo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you. | West Highland White Terrier dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds. |
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest? | Morkie dogs need quite a lot of exercise. | Shih-Poo dogs have an average exercise need. | West Highland White Terrier dogs need quite a lot of exercise. |
| Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? | Morkie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. | Shih-Poo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Obesity Tendency
Compare weight gain tendencies between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. 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. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih-Poo's weight, he can easily gain weight. | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the West Highland White Terrier's weight, he can easily gain weight. |
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| Food Consumption
Compare food requirements between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which needs most food? | 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 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which is best for allergy sufferers? | Yes See more. | Yes See more. | Yes See more. |
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| Coat Colors
Compare color variations between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. What colors are available? |
Black White Brown |
Black White Brown Brindle Various combinations | White |
| Grooming Requirements
Compare grooming needs between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which requires most maintenance? | Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. | Easy to groom: The Shih-Poo doesn't require a lot of grooming. | Advanced: The West Highland White Terrier requires a lot of grooming. |
| Drooling Tendency
Compare drooling tendencies between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which drools least? | The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The Shih-Poo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. | The West Highland White Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. |
| Stinkiness Rating
Compare odor levels between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which has least natural smell? | Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The Shih-Poo has a low chance of bad smell. | Low 🔽 The West Highland White Terrier has a low chance of bad smell. |
| Coat Characteristics
Compare coat types between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. How do their fur characteristics differ? |
Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long |
Curly Straight Curly & Straight | Dense |
| Bathing Needs
Compare bathing needs between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. 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. | 3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. | 4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. |
| Shedding Level
Who sheds more Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? Morkie or Shih-Poo or {name3 shedding: | Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. | Shih-Poo dogs shed none to minimal. | West Highland White Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility
Compare child-friendliness between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which is best with kids? | Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly dogs towards children. | West Highland White Terrier 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. | Shih-Poo dogs are generally with other pets. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are generally with other pets. |
| Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? Which dog is more friendly? | Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers. | Shih-Poo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs. |
| Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? | Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs. | Shih-Poo dogs are average friendly towards cats. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats. |
| Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Morkie or Shih-Poo or West Highland White Terrier? | Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | Shih-Poo dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs. | West Highland White Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs. |
| Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier? |
Yes Morkie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes Shih-Poo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality. |
Yes West Highland White Terrier 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 Shih-Poo is not the best dog breed for office environment. |
No West Highland White Terrier 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. | Shih-Poos are commonly okay with elderly people. | West Highland White Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier As a Working Dog Comparison
| Service Dog Capability
Compare service dog potential between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which is best suited for service work? | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. | Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. |
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| Therapy Work Suitability
Compare therapy dog potential between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which excels in therapy work? | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. |
| Scent Detection Ability
Compare detection capabilities between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. 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, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. 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, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which is best suited for water work? | Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really Shih-Poo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. | Not really West Highland White Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. |
| Draft Work Capability
Compare cart pulling abilities between Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which is best for draft work? | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. | Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. |
| Military Service Background
Compare military service history of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. 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 Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size
Compare typical litter sizes of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which has most puppies? | 3-5 puppies | 3-4 puppies | 2-5 puppies |
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| Pregnancy Duration
Compare gestation periods of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. 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, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. What's recommended? | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. | Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. |
Morkie vs Shih-Poo vs West Highland White Terrier Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification
Compare AKC groups for Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. How are they classified? | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1908 as a Terrier breed. |
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| FCI Classification
Compare FCI groups for Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. How are they classified internationally? | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Recognized by FCI in the Terriers group, in the Small sized Terriers section. |
| Kennel Club Recognition
Compare breed recognition status of Morkie, Shih-Poo, and West Highland White Terrier. Which has most recognition? | Not recognized by any clubs. | 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 Club Espanol De Terriers |
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