The Morkie is a cute little lap dog. He is not a purebreed but is the mix of the Maltese and the Yorkshire Terrier. These dogs are commonly known in America as Morkies, however they are also sometimes referred to as the Yorktese or a Malkie.

Morkie History

There is not much known about the original ‘creators’ of this particular designer dog-type. They were bred along the same movement that gave us the ‘doodle’ type lap/toy dogs. The mix has remained in demand because of their size and look, which many find very interesting. The Morkie is described as varying in temperament from being calm to active,very playful and possessing remarkable intelligence.

About your Morkie

The Morkie is a great companion dog. Typically they are white and cream colored but there is more color variety, such as tri, now than there has been in the past. The Morkie is a favorite for allergy sufferers because they are hypoallergenic and their long, silky, and smooth coat sheds a very little amount.

Like the Maltese, the Morkie is energetic and playful yet he also tends to be aggressive and territorial like the Yorkshire Terrier. Overall the Morkie is a great family dog; they are great with children and other dogs as well.

Caring for your Morkie

The Morkie puppy is fairly easy to train. When you are potty training your new pet, just remember that the Morkie is a small dog with a small bladder which means he will have to be taken out frequently to relieve himself. Like other small dogs, the Morkie may tend to leak urine when he is nervous or excited. This ‘submissive urination’ is common and should work itself out as your puppy grows older and is properly trained. You should be able to learn your puppy’s body language which will give you clues on when he needs to be taken out. Normally he will pace, sniff around and become restless when he needs to go.

The Morkie should have 3 small meals per day. Their hair/coat should be brushed frequently in order to prevent tangles.

Morkie owners must be sure to spend an adequate amount time with their pet. If you plan to be away for more than 4 hours at a time, be sure to crate your dog. In general, you should also try not to hold your pet more than 30 minutes on the hour.