Small breed
Morkie Puppies
Also known as the Morkshire Terrier, the Morkie is a social sweetheart. This designer pooch is known for its fluffiness and its big personality with a matching energy drive. Petland is honored to offer the highest quality Morkie puppies who will be an instant fit on your lap and in your family.
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About the Morkie
The Morkie, a delightful blend of the Maltese and Yorkshire Terrier, has charmed families for generations with its affectionate nature and playful personality. This breed is the perfect companion for families with young children, as their friendly disposition fosters a sense of camaraderie and joy in the home. Known for their strong social skills, Morkies typically get along well with other dogs and even cats, making them a wonderful addition to multi-pet households.
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With a moderate energy level, Morkies enjoy a balanced lifestyle that requires regular exercise but can be satisfied with shorter bursts of activity. Daily walks and playtime will keep them happy and healthy while still being well-suited for apartment living. Grooming is a necessary part of ownership, but with weekly brushing, maintaining their beautiful coat becomes a delightful bonding experience, with minimal shedding to worry about.
Training a Morkie can be a rewarding endeavor, as they are intelligent and eager to please, and their affectionate nature means they thrive on positive reinforcement. While they may have a tendency to bark, this behavior can be managed with consistent training, allowing your Morkie to be an alert and loyal companion. If you are searching for a loving and devoted friend to bring joy to your life, consider welcoming a Morkie into your family. At Petland Kennesaw, Georgia, you can find your perfect match and begin a beautiful journey together.
Morkie breed profile
Every score below is set by our team for this breed. Higher is simply more of that trait, not better or worse.
Temperament
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Affection Devoted
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Playfulness Always game
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With strangers Friendly
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Territorial Relaxed
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Prey drive Low
Family & other pets
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Young children Excellent
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Older children Excellent
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Other dogs Sociable
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Cats Usually fine
Energy & exercise
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Energy High
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Mental stimulation High
Training
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Trainability Quick to learn
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Intelligence Very bright
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Stubbornness Biddable
Care & upkeep
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Shedding Light
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Drooling None to speak of
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Barking Vocal
Home life
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Apartment living Well suited
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Time alone A few hours
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Cold weather Needs a coat
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Warm weather Comfortable
A good match for
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First-time owners Ideal first dog
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Senior owners Excellent
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Running partner Short distances
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Hiking Short walks
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Therapy work Good
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Guarding Not a guard dog
Living with a Morkie
History
The Morkie is a mix of a purebred Yorkshire Terrier and a Maltese. His parent dogs are known for their stable personality and loving characteristics. The Maltese is a caring, sweet, intelligent, responsive, warm, and trusting dog. The Yorkshire Terrier is a smart, confident, loving, courageous dog and is one of the most popular dog breeds in existence today. Morkies are a relatively newer breed of dog that has been around for about thirty years. The Morkie is also known as a Yorktese, Morkies, Yorkshire Terriers, and Maltese Yorkie Mix.
Personality
The Morkie has very warm and approachable demeanor. They are known for their affectionate, intelligent, caring, and responsive personalities. They are happy-go-lucky dogs that form a quick bond with their family. This breed truly inherited the best qualities of its parents and is sure to win your heart and lap in no time. They do well with children and other pets in the household.
Appearance
The Morkie comes in a variety of colors, such as black, brown, white, or a combination of these colors. Some Morkies even have coats that change color as they grow into adulthood. A big plus with the Morkie is that he has a very low shedding coat which allows for easier and less time-consuming grooming. A bi-weekly bath is suggested, which will keep his coat and skin clean, as well as routine nail clipping and teeth cleaning. This breed is a very attractive looking breed, and with the proper care, he will look and feel his best.
Care
Morkies should be on a twelve-hour, two times a day feeding schedule. His meals should consist of two cups of food per serving. His food should be of high nutrients and protein, especially while a puppy, as this is important for his physical and mental growth. Although four cups a day total is what is recommended, the actual total quantity will depend on his size, metabolism, and activity level.
Life Expectancy
- The Morkie has an average adult weight ranging between seven and thirteen pounds.
- They tend to stand between four and nine inches tall.
- This breed has an average a ten to fourteen year lifespan.
Facts
Fact: Morkies are small but mighty dogs and are known to be courageous.
Fact: Morkies are considered to be one of the best "lap dogs" thanks to their size and loving mentality.
Fact: Newborn Morkie puppies weigh about 4 ounces.
Caring for a Morkie
- Grooming
- Weekly brushing
- Grooming cost
- Average
- Monthly food
- Average
- Outdoor space
- Manages without a yard
- Allergy friendly
- Often suits allergy sufferers
Morkie Video
Frequently Asked Questions
Are Morkies suitable for first-time dog owners?
Like all terriers, Morkies are tenacious dogs and require tolerance and persistence from their trainers. However, with a lot of treats, they are fairly easy to train.
How much food does Morkie need?
For the first eighteen months, Morkies require 300 to 500 calories as puppies. The adults require 200 to 300 calories per day. Note that they are prone to obesity.
How often should Morkie eat?
Morkie puppies must be fed four times a day and twice as adults. Regulate the number of rewards and treats you dole out in the course of training to prevent excessive weight gain.
Does Morkie get sick easily?
Early visits to the veterinarian will eliminate common illnesses when detected on time. Do this and maintain a healthy diet, and your Morkie will remain healthy for years.
Do Morkies bark a lot?
Yes. As attention lovers, they bark when they experience separation anxiety.
What is the average height of Morkie?
A Morkie can grow as tall as 20cm (eight inches).
Are Morkies good with children?
They are suited to small families with older children as they have a high attention requirement. They are very tender and can be injured if mishandled.
What is Morkie's average weight?
The average Morkie weighs about seven to thirteen pounds (one to five kilograms.)
What is Morkie's life expectancy?
The Morkie has a lifespan of ten to fourteen years.
Are Morkies suitable for the elderly?
Morkies are super perfect for senior citizens. So, what other reason do you need before you adopt a fluffy Morkie? Bring this delicate fuzzy furball into your home today for a healthy dose of affection and companionship.
