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FREEZE-DRIED RAW FEEDING GUIDE

How to feed a Morkie

A Morkie is a Maltese-and-Yorkie cross that rarely tops 7 pounds — and at that size, every calorie, every kibble, and every treat counts far more than it would for a big dog. How and what you feed a Morkie is the difference between a lean, bright-eyed companion and a dog quietly carrying weight it cannot afford.

Here is exactly how to feed a Morkie on freeze-dried raw: tiny, precise portions, gentle on a small stomach, with the whole-food nutrition that supports their silky coat, their teeth, and their long life.

  • Adult weight4–7 lb
  • SizeToy
  • EnergyModerate
  • Lifespan11–15 years
  • CoatLong, silky single coat — low shedder, prone to matting
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A healthy Morkie
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What a Morkie's body needs

Every Morkie trait comes back to one thing: how you feed them. Here's what matters most.

  • Tiny body, fast metabolism

    Needs: Small, frequent, nutrient-dense meals

    Freeze-dried raw packs real meat, organ and bone into a tiny serving — a few rehydrated pieces deliver a full meal's nutrition without overwhelming a 7-pound stomach.

  • Prone to dental & gum disease

    Needs: Low-sugar, low-starch whole food

    Minimally processed raw skips the sticky carbohydrate fillers that feed plaque — a cleaner diet is one more way to support the teeth small breeds work so hard to keep.

  • Long, silky coat that mats

    Needs: Omega-3 fatty acids for skin & coat

    Whole-food animal and fish fats feed the skin barrier from the inside, helping those long locks stay soft, glossy and easier to keep tangle-free.

  • Spirited, playful little hunter

    Needs: Clean animal protein for steady energy

    83% meat, organs and bone fuels a Morkie's surprising energy and quick wits without the carb spikes and crashes of filler-heavy food.

  • Small appetite, easily overfed by treats

    Needs: Honest calories you can measure

    Fed by weight, freeze-dried raw keeps a Morkie lean — and counting treats into the daily total matters enormously in a dog this small.

How much to feed a Morkie

Quick answer: a healthy adult Morkie (4–7 lb) needs about 0.6–1.1 oz of freeze-dried raw per day, split across two meals. Freeze-dried is calorie-dense and measured dry — so it's much less by volume than kibble. Feed to a lean waistline and adjust every few weeks.

Ideal adult weightFreeze-dried per dayPer meal (×2)
4 lb 0.6 oz 0.3 oz
5 lb typical Morkie 0.8 oz 0.4 oz
6 lb 0.9 oz 0.5 oz
7 lb 1.1 oz 0.5 oz

Starting points for a moderately active adult (~0.15 oz of freeze-dried per lb of ideal weight). Active dogs need a little more, couch companions a little less — always adjust to body condition, not the bag.

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What to feed a Morkie

For a Morkie we recommend complete freeze-dried raw as the daily base — real meat, organs and ground bone with no heat-processed filler — or rehydrated as a soft, easy-to-eat topper for small mouths.

Lean single-protein recipes like Chicken or Wild-Caught Cod are gentle and easy to portion; Salmon adds extra omega-3s for that silky coat. Just add a little water, let it soften, and serve.

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Feeding a Morkie by life stage

  • Puppy: Morkie puppies are tiny and prone to hypoglycemia, so feed small amounts 3–4 times a day to keep blood sugar steady. Offer roughly 5–7% of current body weight, rehydrated soft for little teeth, and never let a puppy this small go long between meals.
  • Adult: Feed to a lean, easily-felt ribcage across two or three small meals. Use the chart below as a starting point and adjust to body condition — in a 5-pound dog, even half an ounce matters.
  • Senior: Older Morkies slow down but still need rich, easy-to-chew nutrition. Soften meals well for aging teeth, keep protein high to hold lean muscle, and trim portions gently as activity drops.

Common Morkie concerns — and the diet connection

  • Periodontal (gum) diseaseSmall breeds are especially prone to dental problems; a low-starch, whole-food diet avoids the sticky fillers that feed plaque and supports healthier teeth alongside regular brushing.
  • Patellar luxationThis kneecap issue is structural, but keeping a Morkie lean through measured feeding takes everyday load off small, delicate joints.
  • Liver (portosystemic) shunt sensitivityThe Morkie's parent breeds can be predisposed to liver shunts; while diet is no substitute for veterinary care, a clean, highly digestible whole-food diet is gentle on a small dog's system — always work with your vet on any liver concern.
  • Skin & coat healthThat long, silky coat is the foundation of skin health; omega-rich whole foods feed the skin barrier from within, helping reduce dryness and matting.
  • Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia)Tiny dogs can drop blood sugar quickly; small, frequent, nutrient-dense meals keep energy steady throughout the day.

Diet supports health but doesn't replace veterinary care — ask your vet about any specific condition.

Feeding a Morkie: what to know

In a dog as small as a Morkie, a few extra pieces a day adds up fast — the equivalent of a large meal for a person. Weigh portions rather than eyeballing them, and feel for the ribs and a visible waist to confirm you have it right.

Morkie puppies are prone to low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) and need small meals spread across the day. Adults do well on two or three measured meals, and treats should be subtracted from the daily total, never added on top.

Morkie feeding questions

How much should I feed my Morkie?
A healthy adult Morkie (4–7 lb) needs only about 0.6–1 oz of freeze-dried raw per day, split into two or three small meals. Freeze-dried is calorie-dense and measured dry, so the portion looks tiny — weigh it and feed to a lean waistline rather than guessing.
What is the best food for a Morkie with a sensitive stomach?
A gentle, complete freeze-dried raw diet of a single lean protein like Chicken or Cod is easy to digest. Rehydrate it soft, start at the lower end of the range, and introduce it gradually.
How do I switch my Morkie to raw?
Transition over 7–10 days, mixing a little more Land Animal into the old food each day. Because it is rich and your Morkie is small, start at the low end of the portion range and watch the waistline.
How often should I feed a Morkie?
Puppies need 3–4 small meals a day to avoid low blood sugar. Adults do well on two or three measured meals — frequent small servings suit a tiny stomach and a fast metabolism.
Do treats really matter for a dog this small?
Hugely. A treat that's a rounding error for a Labrador can be a big share of a Morkie's daily calories. Use tiny pieces of single-ingredient treats and always subtract them from the daily food total.

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Portions are starting points for freeze-dried raw and AAFCO complete-and-balanced recipes. Always feed to your individual dog's body condition and ask your vet about specific health needs.