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 Huskita 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.

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

Italy

United States

Bichon Frise, Maltese

Akita, Siberian Husky

1200s

1990s

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

White
Black
Gray
Red
Sable
Brown
Fawn
Silver

Bologneses are known for their coat length.

Huskitas have medium-length coats.

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 Huskita can have a litter of 3-12 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

Hip Dysplasia
Epilepsy
Bloat
Hemophilia
Laryngeal Paralysis
Autoimmune Thyroiditis
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
vonWillebrand’s Disease

Otitis Externa
Allergies

Elbow Dysplasia
Pemphigus
Sebaceous Adenitis
Zinc Responsive Dermatosis

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

X-Rays
Blood Tests
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Physical and Neurologic Examination
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies
Orthopedic Exam
Ocular Exam
Abdomen and Blood Tests
Throat Exam
Coagulation Analysis

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

Huskitas are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

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

Huskitas 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.

Huskita 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, Tug-of-war, Hike, Play, Playing catch, Walking, Rambling, Hide & Seek, Ball games, Nap time, Throwing a ball, Play keep away, Fetch, Chasing around, Run, Cuddles, Jogging, Play time, Playtime, Swim, Tracking, High Five, Speak, Shake

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.

Huskitas 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 Huskita, 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 Huskitas 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.

The Huskita 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.

Huskita 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
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 60-75 pound (27 - 34 kg) Huskita 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 Huskita 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 Huskita 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.

Huskitas 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.

Huskitas 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.

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