Morkshire Terrier or Morkie, initially called as Yorktese, is a designer breed of dog which is a cross between a purebred Yorkshire Terrier and a purebred Maltese. Morkie puppies were originally bred in the United States. Being a crossbreed, its appearance varies widely. Some look like the Yorkies, having pointed ears while some have floppy ears like the Maltese. Morkie coats can be black, brown, tan or white and mainly range between 4-12 pounds in weight. Morkie puppies require a lot of attention, care, and training. Here is a list of things you need to keep in mind while bringing up a morkie puppy.

Essential supplies
Collar, leash, ID tags having the dog’s name and owner’s name with contact details, puppy food recommended by the vet, water bowl, food bowl, exercise pen, baby gate or dog fence for making indoor pen and puppy toys.

Food
Morkie puppies are susceptible to low blood sugar. To keep the puppy away from this, you should feed the puppy four to five times a day. Human food should be avoided. If the puppy is already suffering from low blood sugar, energy giving food supplements should be given with the vet’s permission.

Grooming
Morkie puppies need a lot of grooming attention. To prevent their long fur from being tangled and matted, they need regular brushing and trimming. Morkie puppies should be groomed once in every three to six weeks in accordance with the season. To cut down the expense of grooming trips, you may clip the fur around the eyes at home, as it’s the most sensitive area and is prone to overgrowth. The long fur in this area causes irritation in their eyes. They need a number of baths as their fur tends to build up oil frequently.

Housebreaking and training
Small puppies are much difficult to housebreak, though it is not impossible. A little hard work and dedication will allow the puppies to learn to housebreak. Indoor potty pads are required for this. You need to appreciate your puppy every time he/she uses it correctly. After two weeks or so, you should try moving the pad closer to the main door. This way they will gradually prefer to go outside.

Vaccinations and healthcare
It’s extremely important to consult a local vet, skilled with hybrid and small-breed dogs. Vaccinations should be registered properly and according to schedule. You should keep the puppy indoors for the first few weeks to be immune.

Warning
Never let the young puppy go outside in extreme heat or cold. They are very sensitive to temperature and may fall sick easily.