I think it all depends on where and when you were raised. After spotting a cute dog my grandmother would often remark, "What a cute little mutt." I was raised to think that was a good thing. To those of you who have a negative connotation of the word, I wouldn't dream of calling your dog(s) mutt. I would always ask the pup's name. My dad often referred to his female employees as "the girls in the office." Today, that would make some women madder than heck and for good reason. However, others wouldn't be offended at all.
I'm looking at a Morkie tomorrow in Tampa. I've always referred to Morkies as, Morkies. I'm certainly not dishing mixed breeds. ALL DOGS RULE!
Keep smilin'
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