History of the BOLOGNESE

They belong to the Bichon family group, which includes the Bichon Frise, Maltese, Lowchen, Havanese and Coton de Tulear. Although there are some similarities the Bolognese are a distinctive breed in their own right. The Bolognese is an ancient breed of noble origins, and has its roots with Italian Aristocracy. The Bolognese today is considered a rare breed in most countries of the world. Many historical and famous personalities have favoured the Bolognese, including Madame La Marquise Pompadour (1721-1764), Catherine the Great of Russia (1729-1796), Marie Therese Empress of Austria (1717-1780) and more recently Marilyn Monroe have owned these beautiful little toy dogs.


CHARACTERISTICS

An enchanting companion toy dog. Small white square and compact with a distinctive single coat: i.e. no undercoat, which falls in loose open ringlets all over the body with shorter hair on the face. The texture is woolly as opposed to silky. It is never trimmed or clipped, is none shedding but requires regular combing to prevent matting. The eyes are large and dark as is the nose. They are very intelligent and love the companionship of people but are quite reserved with strangers, and whilst not yappy have acute hearing and will bark at strange noises. Their coat is non shedding so should not affect low to mid allergy sufferers. Their most redeeming feature is that they have no known health disorders to date.

Bolognese bond well with animals and people, and are very gentle with children. They make a very good companion and family dog, happy to slot in to the family environment.

You may find the newly published book 'Bolognese - a comprehensive owners guide' useful. Written by Wolfgang Knorr. It contains interesting facts and information on the history of the breed and on how to look after your Bolognese. Copies can be purchased via http://www.amazon.co.uk or contact us for further details.

For further information on the breed standard see http://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/item/180