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Name	Morkie	Shih Tzu	Miniature Poodle
Origins	United States	China	Germany France
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Morkshire Terrier	Chrysanthemum Dog Chinese Lion Dog	Barboncino Miniatura Barbone Carniche Moyen Pudle Zwergpudel
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Purebred	Purebred

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Which is the smallest dog, Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Morkie or Shih Tzu or Shih Tzu? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	9–16 pounds (4-7 kg)	15-17 pounds (7-8 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	9–16 pounds (5.5 kg)	16 pounds (7.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle height comparison:	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)	8-11 inches (20-28 cm)	11-15 inches (28-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	7 inches (18 cm)	9.5 inches (24 cm)	13 inches (33 cm)

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Which is more expensive?	$800-$1200	$800-$1200	$1000-$1500
Availability Which is easier to get, Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Shih Tzu is quite easy to get.	Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle intelligence:	Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low: The Shih Tzu is one of the dog breeds that have the lowest degree of obedience intelligence. See more.	Outstanding: Miniature Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle trainability comparison.	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? 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.	Shih Tzu dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs are average defenders. See more.
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Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable	Active Playful Happy Courageous Intelligent Friendly Outgoing Lively Gentle	Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual
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.	Shih Tzu 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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle?	Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Shih Tzu dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Miniature Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle social needs comparison:	Morkie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs need a lot of social interaction. 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.	Shih Tzu dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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.	Shih Tzu dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	Miniature Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle playfulness comparison:	The Morkie is a highly playful breed. See more.	Shih Tzus are not the most playful dog breed. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle?	A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. See more.	A lot: Shih Tzu is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Average to High: The Miniature Poodle is a vocal breed. 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 Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	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 Tzu breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Miniature Poodle breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle 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.	Shih Tzu dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Miniature Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	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 Tzu dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Miniature Poodle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle?	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.	The Shih Tzu is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Miniature Poodle 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 Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Glaucoma Reverse Sneezing	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Umbilical Hernias Ear Infections Distichiasis Portosystemic Liver Shunt Bladder Stones Ectopic Cilia Reverse Sneezing Dry Eye Proptosis Juvenile Renal Dysplasia Keratitis Retained Baby Teeth Snuffles	Hip Dysplasia Bloat Epilepsy Addison's Disease
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 Shih Tzu should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Miniature Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle lifespan comparison. How long do Morkie, Shih Tzu and Miniature Poodle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years	10-16 years The average lifespan of Shih Tzu: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Miniature Poodle: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle?	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.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle energy level comparison:	Morkie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Shih Tzu dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Morkie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.	Shih Tzu dogs exercise need is minimal.	Miniature Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	Morkie dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Shih Tzu dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Miniature Poodle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	Recommended daily amount: 1/2 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle 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.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Shih Tzu's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Miniature Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long	Dense	Dense Curly Thick
Colors What are the original Morkie, Shih Tzu and Miniature Poodle color?	Black White Brown	Black Red Blue Silver Brindle Liver Gold	Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle grooming comparison:	Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Morkie or Shih Tzu or {name3 shedding:	Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Shih Tzu dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Miniature Poodle 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 Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes 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 Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle?	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Shih Tzu has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Miniature Poodle 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 Shih Tzu is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Miniature Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle 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.	Shih Tzu dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Miniature Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Which dog is more friendly?	Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Shih Tzu dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Miniature Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
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 Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Shih Tzu dogs are not the most kid-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Morkie or Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle?	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Shih Tzu dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Miniature Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle?	Yes Morkie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Shih Tzu dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Miniature Poodle 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 Tzu is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Miniature Poodle 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 Tzus are not the best breed for elderly people.	Miniature Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle 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 Shih Tzu or Miniature Poodle? Which is better for autism?	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.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle?	Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Shih Tzu breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Miniature Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle 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 Shih Tzu and Miniature Poodle have?	3-5 puppies	2-5 puppies	2-8 puppies, average 5
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Morkie vs Shih Tzu vs Miniature Poodle 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 1969 as a Toy breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Tibetan breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
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 Canadian Canine Registry

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