Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Comparison - Dog breed selector: Barbone or Morkshire Terrier or Maltapoo? Find the right dog for you
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Compare Toy Poodle and Morkie. Which is better: Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo? 
| Name | Toy Poodle | Morkie | Maltipoo | 
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| Group | Companion Dogs | Designer Dogs | Designer Dogs | 
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| Common Names & Aliases 
Compare alternative names and nicknames used for Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo breeds.   | 
Barbone Pudle Teacup Poodle Teddy Poodle  | Morkshire Terrier | 
Maltapoo Malt-A-Poo Malte-Poo Maltese-Poodle MaltiPoodle Malt-oodles Moodle mPoo Multapoo Multipoo Multi-Poo Maltepoo  | 
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| Breed Classification 
How do breed classifications differ between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo? Compare their breeding categories.   | Purebred | Cross Breed | Cross Breed | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Size and Weight Comparison
| Size Classification 
Compare size differences between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is the largest?   | Small | Small | Small Medium  | 
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| Weight Statistics 
How do weights compare between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo? Compare adult weight ranges.   | Male: 6-9 pounds (3-4 kg) | 7-13 pounds (3-6 kg) | 5-20 pounds (2,5-9 kg) | 
| Average Weight 
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?   | Male: 7.5 pounds (3.5 kg) | 10 pounds (4.5 kg) | 12.5 pounds (5,5 kg) | 
| Height 
Which is taller, Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo? Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo height comparison:   | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | 5-9 inches (13-23 cm) | 10-13 inches (25-33 cm) | 
| Average Height 
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?   | Up to 10 inches (25.4 cm) | 7 inches (18 cm) | 11.5 inches (27 cm) | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Price and Availability Comparison
| Price Range 
Compare puppy costs for Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Find price differences between these breeds.   | $1000-$1500 | $800-$1200 | $400-$2000 | 
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| Availability 
Which is easier to get, Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo?   | Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.  | Average: The Morkie is a commonly available dog breed.  | Frequent: The Maltipoo is easier than average to get.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Trainability and Intelligence Comparison
| Intelligence Rating 
Compare intelligence levels between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed ranks highest?   | Outstanding: Toy Poodle is one of the brightest dog breeds.  | Smart: The Morkie dogs have great intelligence.  | Smart: The Maltipoo dogs have great intelligence.  | 
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| Training Difficulty 
Compare training difficulty levels between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which is easiest to train?   | Toy Poodle dogs are very easy to train.  | Morkie dogs are easy to train.  | Maltipoo dogs are easy to train.  | 
| Watchdog Rating 
Compare watchdog abilities of Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most alert?   | Toy Poodle dogs are good watchdogs.  | Morkie dogs are average watchdogs.  | Maltipoo dogs are one of the best watchdogs.  | 
| Territorial Protection 
Compare territorial instincts between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most protective?   | Toy Poodle dogs are average defenders.  | Morkie dogs are average defenders.  | Maltipoo dogs are average defenders.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Personality and Temperament Comparison
| Personality Traits 
How do personalities differ between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo? Compare temperaments.   | 
Active Alert Intelligent Trainable Faithful Instinctual  | 
Playful Funny Energetic Lovable  | 
Active Funny Intelligent Affectionate Obedient Companionable  | 
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| Sensitivity Level 
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?   | They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.  | 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.  | 
| Affection Level 
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo?   | High: Toy Poodle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.  | Average to High: Morkie dogs are highly affectionate dogs.  | High: Maltipoo dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.  | 
| Social Needs 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo social needs comparison:   | Toy Poodle dogs are a social breed.  | Morkie dogs are a social breed.  | Maltipoo dogs are a social breed.  | 
| Impulse to Wander or Roam 
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?   | Toy Poodle dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.  | Morkie dogs tend to escape less than other breeds.  | The wanderlust potential of the Maltipoo is strong enough to escape from home.  | 
| Prey Drive 
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?   | Toy Poodle dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.  | 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.  | Maltipoo dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Activity and Playfulness Comparison
| Barking Frequency 
Compare barking frequencies of Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most vocal?   | Average to High: The Toy Poodle is a vocal breed.  | A lot: Morkie is a particularly loud breed.  | A lot: Maltipoo is a particularly loud breed.  | 
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| Playful Nature 
Compare playfulness levels between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most playful?   | The Toy Poodle is a playful breed.  | The Morkie is a highly playful breed.  | The Maltipoo is a playful breed.  | 
| Apartment Adaptability 
Compare apartment suitability of Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which adapts best to small spaces?   | Very house-friendly dog the Toy Poodle 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 Maltipoo breed.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Adaptability and Independence Comparison
| Lifestyle Adaptability 
Compare adaptability between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most flexible?   | Toy Poodle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.  | Average: Morkie dogs adapt to lifestyle changes and different living environments quite okay usually.  | Maltipoo dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.  | 
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| Alone Time Tolerance 
Which dog can be left alone: Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo?   | Toy Poodle 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.  | Maltipoo 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.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Bite Characteristics Comparison
| Bite Risk Assessment 
Compare biting potential between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which has lowest bite risk?   | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of biting somebody.  | Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of biting somebody.  | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of biting somebody.  | 
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| Mouthing Tendency 
Compare mouthing tendencies between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which uses mouth most during play?   | Toy Poodle dogs have a lower than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.  | Morkie dogs have a strong tendency to nip, chew, play-bite, or herd people.  | Maltipoo dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.  | 
| Bite Strength Rating 
Compare bite forces between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which has the strongest bite?   | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Toy Poodle bite force: Weak.  | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Morkie bite force: Weak.  | Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Maltipoo bite force: Weak.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Health and Lifespan Comparison
| Average Lifespan 
Compare life expectancies of Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed lives longest?   | 
14-16 years The average lifespan of Toy Poodle: 15 years  | 
10-14 years The average lifespan of Morkie: 12 years  | 
9-13 years The average lifespan of Maltipoo: 11 years  | 
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| Climate Tolerance 
Compare weather adaptability between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which handles climate changes best?   |  Prefers average to warm weather conditions  Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.  |  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 warm weather conditions  Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.  | 
| Health Concerns 
Compare health problems common in Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which has fewer health issues?   | The Toy Poodle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.  | Morkies are commonly healthy dogs.  | Maltipoos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.  | 
| Vet Care Frequency 
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?   | 
Average The Toy Poodle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.  | 
Rare The Morkie should have a complete physical check-up at least every 12-18 months (but preferably once per year).  | 
Frequent The Maltipoo should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.  | 
| Health Problems 
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo health problems comparison:   | 
Heart Murmurs Slipped Stifle Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Ear Infections Skin Allergies Canine Diabetes Mellitus Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia  | 
Collapsed Trachea Dental Problems Hernia Reverse Sneezing Glaucoma  | 
Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Portosystemic Liver Shunt White Dog Shaker Syndrome  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Energy and Activity Comparison
| Energy Rating 
Compare energy levels between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which breed is most active?   | Toy Poodle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.  | Morkie dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.  | Maltipoo dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.  | 
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| Activity Requirement / Exercise Need 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?   | Toy Poodle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.  | Morkie dogs need quite a lot of exercise.  | Maltipoo dogs have an average exercise need.  | 
| Sleeping Need 
Which one sleeps the least/most: Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo?   | Toy Poodle 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.  | Maltipoo dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Diet and Weight Management Comparison
| Obesity Tendency 
Compare weight gain tendencies between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which is most prone to obesity?   | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Toy Poodle's weight, he can easily gain weight.  | Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Morkie's weight, he can easily gain weight.  | Low to Average: The Maltipoo has a low to the average risk for obesity.  | 
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| Food Consumption 
Compare food requirements between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which needs most food?   | 1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day. | 0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Allergies and Grooming Comparison
| Allergy Friendliness 
Compare hypoallergenic qualities of Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. 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 Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. What colors are available?   | 
Black Gray Red Blue Cream White Silver Brown Fawn Beige Apricot  | 
Black White Brown  | 
Black Cream White Grey Gold Apricot Almost all colors  | 
| Grooming Requirements 
Compare grooming needs between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which requires most maintenance?   | Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.  | Average: The Morkie requires average grooming effort.  | Average: The Maltipoo requires average grooming effort.  | 
| Drooling Tendency 
Compare drooling tendencies between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which drools least?   | The Toy Poodle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.  | The Morkie is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.  | The Maltipoo is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.  | 
| Stinkiness Rating 
Compare odor levels between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which has least natural smell?   | Low 🔽 The Toy Poodle has a low chance of bad smell.  | Low 🔽 The Morkie has a low chance of bad smell.  | Low 🔽 The Maltipoo has a low chance of bad smell.  | 
| Coat Characteristics 
Compare coat types between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. How do their fur characteristics differ?   | 
Dense Curly Thick  | 
Fluffy Soft Luxurious Long  | 
Fluffy Soft Wavy Woolly  | 
| Bathing Needs 
Compare bathing needs between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. 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.  |  3-4 weeks  More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.  | 
| Shedding Level 
Who sheds more Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo? Toy Poodle or Morkie or {name3 shedding:   | Toy Poodle dogs shed none to minimal.  | Morkie dogs shed none to minimal.  | Maltipoo dogs shed none to minimal.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Good With Comparison
| Child Compatibility 
Compare child-friendliness between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which is best with kids?   | Toy Poodle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.  | Morkie dogs are average friendly dogs towards children.  | Maltipoo dogs are kid-friendly dogs.  | 
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| Pet Compatibility 
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?   | Toy Poodle dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.  | Morkie dogs do best when they’re the only pet at the family.  | Maltipoo dogs are usually friendly towards other pets.  | 
| Stranger Friendly 
Which dog is more stranger friendly Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo? Which dog is more friendly?   | Toy Poodle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.  | Morkie dogs are average friendly towards strangers.  | Maltipoo dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.  | 
| Cat Friendly 
Which dog is more cat friendly Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo?   | Toy Poodle dogs are cat-friendly dogs.  | Morkie dogs are not cat-friendly dogs.  | Maltipoo dogs are cat-friendly dogs.  | 
| Dog Friendly 
Which dog is more dog friendly Toy Poodle or Morkie or Maltipoo?   | Toy Poodle dogs are dog-friendly dogs.  | Morkie dogs are not the most dog-friendly dogs.  | Maltipoo dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.  | 
| Good For First Time Owners 
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo?   | 
Yes  Toy Poodle 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  Maltipoo dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.  | 
| Office Friendly 
Which one fits better in the office?   | 
No  Toy Poodle is not the best dog breed for office environment.  | 
Yes  Morkie is one of the best dog breeds for office environment  | 
No  Maltipoo is not the best dog breed for office environment.  | 
| Senior Citizens Friendly 
Which dog is good for elderly people?   | Toy Poodles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.  | Morkies are commonly okay with elderly people.  | Maltipoos are usually recommended for elderly people.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo As a Working Dog Comparison
| Service Dog Capability 
Compare service dog potential between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. 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.  | Yes This breed makes good as a service dog.  | 
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| Therapy Work Suitability 
Compare therapy dog potential between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which excels in therapy work?   | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.  | Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.  | Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog.  | 
| Scent Detection Ability 
Compare detection capabilities between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. 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 Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. 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 Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which is best suited for water work?   | Not really Toy Poodle breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.  | Not really Morkie breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.  | Not really Maltipoo breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.  | 
| Draft Work Capability 
Compare cart pulling abilities between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. 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 Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. 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.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Reproducibility Comparison
| Puppy Litter Size 
Compare typical litter sizes of Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which has most puppies?   | 2-4 puppies | 3-5 puppies | 4-6 puppies | 
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| Pregnancy Duration 
Compare gestation periods of Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Any breeding differences?   | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 60-64 days See more. | 
| Breeding Frequency 
Compare breeding intervals between Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. 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.  | 
Toy Poodle vs Morkie vs Maltipoo Recognition Comparison
| AKC Classification 
Compare AKC groups for Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. How are they classified?   | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. | 
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| FCI Classification 
Compare FCI groups for Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. How are they classified internationally?   | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | Not recognized by FCI. | 
| Kennel Club Recognition 
Compare breed recognition status of Toy Poodle, Morkie, and Maltipoo. Which has most recognition?   | Dog Registry of America Inc. | Not recognized by any clubs. | 
Continental Kennel Club American Canine Hybrid Club Designer Breed Registry Designer Dogs Kennel Club National Maltipoo Club Maltipoo Club of America  | 
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