Once described by Spain’s King Philip II as the most royal gift for an emperor, the small, enterprising Bolognese with the long pure white frizzy hair is now highly valued by families. The little dog catches the eye with his energetic gait and his head held high and then conquers every heart with his engaging nature.
A dog for kings
Although Bolognese people owe their name to the city of Bologna, they are not originally from Italy. In ancient Greece, Aristotle already reported on the ancestors of small dogs, which belong to the group of Bichons along with the closely related Maltese, Havanese and Bichon Frisés. Bichon is the French term for lap dog, which was particularly appropriate for this dog breed, at least in the past: The Bolognese was pampered for centuries at royal and imperial courts in Europe and was considered an extremely valuable gift.
ProfileBolognese
| Race | Bolognese |
| Origin | Italy |
| Classification | FCI Group 9 “Society and Companion Dogs”, Section 1 “Bichons and Related Breeds” |
| Size | Height at the withers 27 to 30 centimetres (male), 25 to 28 centimetres (female) |
| Weight | 2.5 to 4 kilograms |
| Physique | compact, stocky stature with matching body length and height at the withers; medium-length head in the length of the neck, with an accentuated stop; straight back with a broad, only slightly sloping crest and a high-set tail carried bent over the back; oval paws |
| Eyes | above-average size; in the color of dark ochre; round eyelid opening with black border |
| Ears | high-set, long and drooping |
| Coat and color | pure white coat, minimal ivory tone permitted; soft, long hair all over the body, shorter only at the bridge of the nose; protruding from the body and curled |
| Particularities | popular family dog; is suitable for keeping in a city apartment |
| Character | adaptable and teachable; enterprising; calm and serene, strongly people-oriented |
| Care | regular brushing every day during moulting; Bathing about every five weeks |
| Bless you | Breed is considered robust, with a life expectancy of 15 years and above; isolated kneecap problems |
Character of the Bolognese
With a Bolognese, a friendly, affectionate and relaxed four-legged friend will move into your home. Enterprising without being excited, and alert without barking excessively, it is a pleasant companion that also gets along well with children.
Education and attitude of the Bolognese
The Bolognese does not need extensive exercise and therefore feels just as comfortable in a city apartment as in a house with a garden. The first priority for him is interaction with the family, because he is people-oriented, does not like to be alone and prefers to be in the middle of the action.Suitable products for your BologneseToyGroomingEye and Ear Care
Caring for the Bolognese
The thick, curled coat of the Bolognese requires regular grooming to prevent matting. Brush it at least every two days and daily during the shedding period. Like all pure white dogs, he should be bathed with a suitable shampoo at intervals of about five weeks. To avoid tear marks under the eyes, clean them daily with cotton pads and a mild eye lotion for dogs.
By shortening the long fur on the pads with semicircular scissors, you prevent the accumulation of dirt and improve grip at the same time. Attention should also be paid to dental care in the form of special snacks and toys, as Bolognese people are already prone to tartar in the first year of life.
Special features of the Bolognese
Bolognese people remain cheerful and playful into old age and bond closely with their people. The lovable dogs are considered robust and can live to be 15 years or older.
As with many small dogs, there may be problems with the kneecap (patella). If you want to enrich your family with this loyal, clever companion, it is best to contact the Association for the German Canine Society (VDH). This has lists of responsible breeders ready for interested parties.
You should also check out these small dog breeds:
- Bolonka Zwetna: Charming sunshine with a lot of power.
- Bichon Frisé: Lovable fuzzy from the Canary Islands
- Chihuahua: Small dog with a big ego.
- Chinese Crested Dog: Cheerful mini sleuth with an extravagant look.
- Japan Chin: Adorable companion dog in handbag format.
- Lion: Mini lion with heart and charm.
- Pekingese: Charming companion dog with an idiosyncratic character.
- Pomsky: The lovable miniature husky from America.
- Shih Tzu: The fuzzy temple dog from the “roof of the world”.
- Miniature Poodle: Shrewd clown with many talents.
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