| The Bolognese is a small, white, compact dog with a distinctive white single coat. The eyes are large and dark, as is the nose. The coat falls in loose open ringlets all over the body, with shorter hair on the face. |
| Height: |
10-12 inches |
| Weight: |
9-11 pounds |
| Color(s): |
White |
| Coat: |
Single coat (no undercoat), wooly |
| Description: |
The name, Bolognese, refers to the northern Italian city of Bologna. A member of the bichon group of dogs, the Bolognese is thought to have descended from bichon-type dogs in southern Italy. |
| Temperament: |
A playful and friendly breed, the Bolognese are very intelligent, and love the companionship of people. They will form a close bond with their owners, and are often quite reserved with strangers. They make an ideal companion dog, and family pet, and are good with children. While not yappy, the Bolognese have acute hearing, and will generally bark at strange noises. They are generally somewhat less active than the Bichon Frise. |
| Training: |
Easy to train, and eager to please. |
| Care & Grooming: |
The hair is never trimmed or clipped, but requires regular combing to prevent matting. Frequent brushing and bathing keeps the Bolognese looking its best, and reduces the amount of loose fur in the environment. |
| Shedding: |
Very little |
| Health: |
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| Lifespan: |
12-14 years |
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