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 Huntaway 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.

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

Italy

New Zealand

Bichon Frise, Maltese

Collies, English Hound, Old English Sheepdogs, Labrador

1200s

1900's

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White

Pied
Black
Brown

Bologneses are known for their coat length.

Huntaways have medium-length coats.

Curly

Wavy

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

Bone Cancer

Otitis Externa
Allergies

Hip And Elbow Dysplasia
Ear Health and Infection

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Full Physical Examination

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

Huntaways thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Huntaways need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Huntaway dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

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

Training, Sea paddling, Long walks, Dancing, Playing, Chase, Playing Ball, Walk, Name te, Cuddles, Scentwork, Walking, Hoopers, Fetch, Hiking, Puzzles, Running, Run, Catch-ball, Tug-of-war, Football, Go on Vacation, Road trip, Play, Nap, High Five, Bath time, Off-leash, Car rides

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.

Huntaways 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 Huntaway, it's at least 14 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 Huntaways usually need at least 80 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.

The Huntaway requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

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

Huntaway 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
Slicker Brush
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 65-88 pound (29 - 40 kg) Huntaway feed 3 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 Huntaway is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 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 Huntaway is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Huntaway is a very intelligent and trainable breed.

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

Huntaways 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.

Huntaways are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

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