Bolognese Dog

Origin

The Bolognese, also known as Bichon Bolognese is a member of the Bichon family and takes the name of the Italian city of Bologna, where from the 14th century, ancestors of today’s small white Bolognese most favored were escorts between the aristocracy and nobility. Their spread throughout Europe was greatly helped by their being given as gifts to visitors estimated at the royal court in Italy, Spain, France, Belgium and Austria. The Bolognese was very popular for hundreds of years, but with the decline of royal power of various noble houses was a decline in the popularity of the breed. Numbers declined to the point of extinction, the race alive by the efforts of only a few breeders. It was not until the 20th century that the Bolognese was “discovered” is introduced to the United States and Great Britain. In 1988, the Kennel Club registered the first litter of Bologna – the race is removed from the register imported in 2001. It is still a rare species in the world, even in his homeland.

Character:

Bred for centuries as a companion dog bolognese bonds closely with his family and must be included with them and so many of their pursuits. He thrives on attention and affection and repay it with his own love and devotion. It is not a dog to be ignored, closed or left alone for long periods, as discouraged and anxious, and may resort to destructive behavior or noisy to express his grief. While it may not be as dynamic and ‘busy’ as some other small breeds, it is very fun and lively with those he trusts.

With foreigners, it is usually quite reserved, but it is not a yappy dog but a little spicy away and tends to reserve his opinion instead of attention and hugs. It is a good watchdog barks when he attentive to whatever he deems necessary so angry and he has a reputation for being a good judge of human nature. It is generally reliable with children attentive and gets generally good relations with other dogs. If a boy is very intelligent, enterprising when it comes to his own way, but it is important that from the start, he gently but firmly taught the rules of the house. This faithful, loving dog admirably fulfills its function as a friend and constant companion.

Exercise

The Bolognese does not require much exercise. Playing in the house and the garden is almost enough to keep physically fit and active, but also need a daily walk to provide new sights and smells that interest him and keep his mind stimulated. It will also be invited to participate trotting travel quite long. If his confidence booster, it may be allowed the pleasure to walk freely and explore outside of lead in a safe environment.

Education:

training of basic obedience is necessary to ensure that the Bolognese is a member of the family pleasant and acceptable to the community. He is quick to learn and eager to please so training should not be a problem. The best results are obtained by using food and praise to reward and reinforce desired behavior. He does not respond well to harsh treatment or in an angry voice. The use of these tactics will slow down and learn the basics of trust and respect of all the training takes place according to erode. It is important that socialization should begin as soon as possible. The puppy to get used to different people, animals, situations, and it will grow in confidence and all trends toward shyness, timidity, or more foreign-care will be reduced.