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

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

Italy

United States

Bichon Frise, Maltese

Havanese, Yorkshire Terrier

1200s

2006

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White

Black
Sable
Cream
White
Fawn
Brown

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 Havashire can have a litter of 1-9 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

Patellar Luxation
Chondrodysplasia (Chd)
Mitral Valve Disease
Legg-Calve Perthes Disease

Otitis Externa
Allergies

Bone And Joint Problems
Deafness
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Hearing
Ear Examination
X-ray imaging
Electrocardiogram
Eye Examinations
Complete Blood Work
Neurological Examination
Ophthalmic Exam
Full Physical Examination

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

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

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

Havashire 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

Walking, Tug-of-war, Fetch, Snuggles, Walks

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.

Havashires 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 Havashire, it's at least 9 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 Havashires 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.

Havashires 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.

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

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 Havashire is between $35 - $45. This makes an average of $420 - $540 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.

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

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

Havashires 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.

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

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

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