Bolognese Dog, Bolognese puppies, puppy dogs, breeders, pictures

(pronounced Bolo-oh-Nese)

Appearance

• The Bolognese dog is similar in appearance to the Bichon Frise.


• This breed is small and has a single white coat.


• The coat texture has a woolly type feel and is never trimmed or clipped.


• They are typically 10 to 12 inches in height (at the withers).


• They normally weigh between 9 and 10 pounds.

Temperament

• These dogs are intelligent.


• They are bred for companionship and love their masters and immediate family. However, this small dog is typically a shy around strangers.


• These dogs are relatively quiet. Although, they will definitely let you know if someone is at the door.


• This small dog breed is typically less active than the Bichon Frise. But that does not mean that they are not playful and friendly.


• They also get along well with other dogs and animals. They tend to be better with older, more responsible children.

Living Standards

• Due to their calm demeanor, this breed is fine living in an apartment.


• Just be sure to allow this dog time to exercise.

Exercise

• This breed should be walked on a daily basis (a short to moderate distance will suffice).


• Be sure to allow your dog to run in a safe area as well.


• These small dogs love to play, so be sure to provide them with dog toys and bones to chew.

Litter Size

• Bolognese puppies will normally be born into a litter of roughly 4 to 6 pups.

Health and Life Expectancy

• In general, these dogs are a very healthy breed.


• They are not really prone to any one specific ailment or disease.


• Simply look for typical health issues related to smaller dogs such as:


1. Hip Dysplasia
2. Cataracts
3. Heart Murmurs


• The life expectancy of this breed is typically between 12 and 14 years of age.

Trainability and Obedience

• These small dogs are one of the easier breeds to train.


• This small dog is very eager to please and will learn to be obedient.


• Simply take your time during training and be consistent. This dog will respond well.


• In order to achieve the best results, begin training this breed when they are pups.


• Positive reinforcement will help you in your training routine as well.


• Remember that any small dog breed can develop small dog syndrome if not properly trained.

Grooming

• This breed rarely sheds.


• Frequent grooming sessions with professional groomers is recommended.


• Your grooming professional will provide good tips on how to properly maintain this breed's coat.

History

• This breed is a member of the Bichon family.


• They are believed to have descended from the Bichon type of dogs located in southern Italy during the 11th or 12th century.


• In comparison to the Bischon Frise, this breed became a popular companion dog among the royal courts and nobility of Spain and other parts of Europe during the 1500s.


• This breed was recognized in 1989 by the Federation Cynologique International as breed number 196 in Group 9: Companion and Toy Dogs Section.

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