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Name	Morkshire Terrier	Morkie	Havanese
Origins	Germany Italy	United States	Cuba
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Other Names What other names do they have?	No data available	Morkshire Terrier	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese breed type comparison:	Cross Breed	Cross Breed	Purebred

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Morkie? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese weight comparison:	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese height comparison:	7-11 inches (18-28 cm)	5-9 inches (13-23 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9 inches (23 cm)	7 inches (18 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$800-$1200	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Frequent: The Morkshire Terrier is easier than average to get.	Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	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.
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Trainability Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese trainability comparison.	Morkshire Terrier dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Morkie dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Morkshire Terrier dogs are good watchdogs. See more.	Morkie dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Morkshire Terrier dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Morkie dogs are average defenders. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Stubborn Energetic Intelligent Friendly Responsive Docile Gentle Tempered Sweet Easygoing	Playful Funny Energetic Lovable	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	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.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese?	High: Morkshire Terrier dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Morkshire Terrier dogs are a social breed. See more.	Morkie dogs are a social breed. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Morkshire Terrier dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.	Havanese 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?	Morkshire Terrier 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.	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.	Havanese 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

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese playfulness comparison:	The Morkshire Terrier is a playful breed. See more.	The Morkie is a highly playful breed. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese?	Average to High: The Morkshire Terrier is a vocal breed. See more.	A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Very house-friendly dog the Morkshire Terrier 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 Morkie indoors.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Morkshire Terrier dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Morkshire 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 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.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese?	Morkshire Terriers are commonly healthy dogs.	Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.	The Havanese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
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Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Collapsed Trachea Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Dental Problems Portosystemic Liver Shunt Reverse Sneezing Hypoglycemia White Dog Shaker Syndrome GI tract sensitivity Bouts of diarrhea Frequent discolored or soft stool	Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Glaucoma Reverse Sneezing	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Rare The Morkshire Terrier should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Rare The Morkie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Morkshire Terrier, Morkie and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	14-18 years The average lifespan of Morkshire Terrier: 16 years	10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese?	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 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.

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	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? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Morkshire Terrier has an average risk for obesity. See more.	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 Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
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Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese coat comparison:	Feathered Silky Soft Long	Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Morkshire Terrier, Morkie and Havanese color?	White Piebald Black & White & Tan Chocolate Tan & White Blue Tan & White	Black White Brown	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese grooming comparison:	Average: The Morkshire Terrier requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or {name3 shedding:	Morkshire Terrier dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Morkie dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese 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: Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese?	Medium ⏺ The Morkshire Terrier has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Morkshire Terrier is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Morkshire Terrier dogs are generally with other pets.	Morkie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.	Havanese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? Which dog is more friendly?	Morkshire Terrier dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Havanese 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 Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Morkshire Terrier dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.	Havanese dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Morkshire Terrier dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese?	Morkshire Terrier dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.	Havanese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese?	Yes Morkshire Terrier dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Morkie dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Havanese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Morkshire Terrier is not the best dog breed for office environment.	Yes Morkie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment	No Havanese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Morkshire Terriers are usually recommended for elderly people.	Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people.	Havaneses are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese 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: Morkshire Terrier or Morkie or Havanese? 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.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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: Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese?	Not really Morkshire Terrier breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese 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.

Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese 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 Morkshire Terrier and Morkie and Havanese have?	3-5 puppies	3-5 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Morkshire Terrier vs Morkie vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America

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