While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bologneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Unfortunately, the Afghan Collie is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Bologneses make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Afghan Collies aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Italy

United States

Bichon Frise, Maltese

Afghan Hound and Border Collie

1200s

2000

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

Sable
White
Red
Brown
Black

Bologneses are known for their coat length.

Afghan Collies have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Curly

Straight

A Bolognese can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

An Afghan Collie can have a litter of 6-8 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Deafness
Canine Hip Dysplasia
Nasal Solar Dermatitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Ulcerative Dermatosis

Otitis Externa
Allergies

Elbow Dysplasia
Cataracts
Retinal Dysplasia
Bloat

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Eye Examination
Skin Evaluation
Hearing Tests
Complete Physical Examination
Hip and Elbow X-rays

Bologneses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Afghan Collies are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Bologneses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Afghan Collie dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Sniffing, Going Outside, Watching TV, Swimming, Hanging out, Playing fetch, Walking, Grooming

Walk, Run, Wrestle, Catch treats, Chase, Train, Brushing, Cuddling

Bologneses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Afghan Collies are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bolognese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Afghan Collie, it's at least 14 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

The Bolognese is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Afghan Collies require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Ideally, Bolognese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Afghan Collie should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
Nail Clipper

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Bolognese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 35-55 pound (16 - 25 kg) Afghan Collie feed 2.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Bolognese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of an Afghan Collie is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bolognese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of an Afghan Collie is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Bolognese is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Afghan Collies are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bologneses have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Afghan Collies are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bologneses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Afghan Collies are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.