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 Cosheltie 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.

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

Italy

United States

Bichon Frise, Maltese

Shetland Sheepdog, Collie

1200s

2001

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

Black
Brown
White
Red
Blue
Pied

Bologneses are known for their coat length.

Coshelties 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.

A Cosheltie can have a litter of 4-8 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
Von Willebrand's Disease
Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Collie Eye Anomaly (CEA)

Otitis Externa
Allergies

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

X-Rays
MRI
CT Scan
Eye Examination
Ultrasound
Urinalysis
Blood Tests

Bologneses require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Coshelties need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

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.

Coshelties 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 Cosheltie, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bologneses usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Coshelties usually need at least 90 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

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

Coshelties have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
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 22-30 pound (10 - 14 kg) Cosheltie 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 a Cosheltie is somewhere $2.80 - $3.50 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 a Cosheltie is between $84 - $105. This makes an average of $1008 - $1260 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.

Bologneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Coshelties are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

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

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

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

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