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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Comparison - Dog breed selector: Colored Lap Dog or Bolognese Toy Dog or Maltese lion dog? Find the right dog for you

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Name Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka Bolognese dog Maltese
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Other Names
What other names do they have?
Colored Lap Dog
Franzuskaya Bolonka
Russian Lapdogs
Bolonka Zwetna
Bolognese Toy Dog
Bichon Bolognese
Maltese lion dog
Maltese Dog
Breed Type
Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese breed type comparison:
Purebred Purebred Purebred

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Size and Weight Comparison

Size
Which is bigger, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Which is the smallest dog, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Small Small Small
Weight
Which is heavier, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Bolognese dog? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese weight comparison:
Male: 8-11 pounds (3.5-5 kg), Female: 5-9 pounds (2-4 kg) 4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg) 6.5-9 pounds (3-4 kg)
Average Weight
Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?
Male: 9.5 pounds (3.5 kg), Female: 7 pounds (3 kg) 6.75 pounds (3.25 kg) 6.7 pounds (3.5 kg)
Height
Which is taller, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese height comparison:
Male: 9-11 inches (22-37 cm), Female: 7-9 inches (18-24 cm) Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm) Male: 8-10 inches (21-25 cm), Female: 8-9 inches (20-23 cm)
Average Height
Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?
Male: 10 inches (29.5 cm), Female: 8 inches (21 cm) Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Male: 9 inches (23 cm), Female: 8.5 inches (21.5 cm)

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Price and Availability Comparison

Price
Which is cheaper, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Which is more expensive?
$1500-$1800 $1200-$1400 $600-$800
Availability
Which is easier to get, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Rare: You may rarely see each other in everyday life, but you might catch a glimpse of each other at dog shows.
Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.
Very frequent: The Maltese is quite easy to get.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank
Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese intelligence:
Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Smart: The Bolognese dog dogs have great intelligence.
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Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one.
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Trainability
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese trainability comparison.
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are quite easy to train.
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Bolognese dog dogs are easy to train.
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Maltese dogs are quite easy to train.
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Watchdog Ability
Which is the better watchdog: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average watchdogs.
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Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs.
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Maltese dogs are average watchdogs.
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Guarding Behavior / Territorial
Which is a better guard dog Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Maltese dogs strongly protect their territory.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament
Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese behavior/temperament comparison:
Playful
Intelligent
Friendly
Affectionate
Loyal
Social
Outright
Tempered
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Loyal
Devoted
Calm
Faithful
Easygoing
Earnest
Willing
Serene
Active
Playful
Intelligent
Responsive
Docile
Gentle
Tempered
Sweet
Easygoing
Sensitivity Level
Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?
They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Sensitive: Bolognese dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits.
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They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds.
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Affection Level
Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese?
High: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Bolognese dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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High: Maltese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers.
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Social Needs
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese social needs comparison:
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Bolognese dog dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Maltese dogs need a lot of social interaction.
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Impulse to Wander or Roam
Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have average wanderlust potential.
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Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Maltese dogs are not the biggest explorers.
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Prey Drive
Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Bolognese dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen.
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Maltese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese playfulness comparison:
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is a playful breed.
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Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Average: Malteses, like any other dog breed, like playing.
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Barking
Which dog barks more/less: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese?
Average: The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka barks occasionally.
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Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed.
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A lot: Maltese is a particularly loud breed.
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Apartment Friendly
Which dog is more apartment friendly Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Very house-friendly dog the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Bolognese dog breed.
Very house-friendly dog the Maltese breed.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability
Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Bolognese dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Maltese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone
Which dog can be left alone: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Bolognese dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.
Maltese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI
Which bite is stronger: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Bolognese dog bite force: Weak.

Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽

Maltese bite force: Weak.
Biting Potential
Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:

Low 🔽

The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Bolognese dog has a low chance of biting somebody.

Low 🔽

The Maltese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness
Which is the better dog? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese mouthiness comparison:
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Bolognese dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Maltese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese?
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Bolognese dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
The Maltese is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Health Problems
Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese health problems comparison:
No data available Hip Dysplasia
Legg-perthes Disease
Chronic Eye Irritation
Collapsed Trachea
Patellar Luxation
Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Reverse Sneezing
Hypoglycemia
White Dog Shaker Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits
Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?
Average
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Bolognese dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Average
The Maltese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Life Expectancy
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese lifespan comparison. How long do Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka, Bolognese dog and Maltese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?
12-16 years
The average lifespan of Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka: 14 years
13-15 years
The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years
14-18 years
The average lifespan of Maltese: 16 years
Weather and Climate
Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese?
Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers average to warm weather conditions
Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions.
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Prefers warm weather
Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level
Who has more energy a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese energy level comparison:
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Bolognese dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Maltese dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs have an average exercise need.
Bolognese dog dogs exercise need is minimal.
Maltese dogs exercise need is very minimal.
Sleeping Need
Which one sleeps the least/most: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Bolognese dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Maltese dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption
Which dog eats more: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
1/4 to 1 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. 1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals. Recommended daily amount: 1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity
Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese weight gain potential comparison:
Average: The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity.
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Average: The Maltese has an average risk for obesity.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types
What type of coat/fur do they have? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese coat comparison:
Curly
Wavy
Curly
Silky
Feathered
Colors
What are the original Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka, Bolognese dog and Maltese color?
Black
Gray
Red
White
Brown
Wolf
Pure white White
Grooming
Which dog is easy to maintain, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese grooming comparison:
Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition.
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Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort.
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Average: The Maltese requires average grooming effort.
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Shedding Level
Who sheds more Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or {name3 shedding:
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal.
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Maltese dogs shed none to minimal.
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Bath Time / Bathing Frequency
Which dog should be bathed more: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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3-4 weeks
More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds.
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6-8 weeks
Rarely. Bathing your dog is beneficial to them in more ways than just one.
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Hypoallergenic
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?
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Stinkiness
Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese?

Low 🔽

The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka has a low chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Bolognese dog has an average chance of bad smell.

Medium

The Maltese has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency
Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is an average drooler.
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The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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The Maltese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency.
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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly
Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are generally with other pets.
Bolognese dog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Maltese dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly
Which dog is more stranger friendly Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Which dog is more friendly?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Bolognese dog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Child Friendly
Which dog is more child/kid friendly Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Bolognese dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Cat Friendly
Which dog is more cat friendly Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Bolognese dog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Friendly
Which dog is more dog friendly Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Bolognese dog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Maltese dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners
Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese?
Yes
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Bolognese dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Yes
Maltese dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly
Which one fits better in the office?
No
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Bolognese dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.
No
Maltese is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly
Which dog is good for elderly people?
Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonkas are usually recommended for elderly people.
Bolognese dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.
Malteses are usually recommended for elderly people.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog
Which one could be a service dog?

Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Not really

This breed generally not used as a service dog.
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Therapy Dog
Which one could be a therapy dog: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka or Bolognese dog or Maltese? Which is better for autism?

Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Not really

This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog
Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.

Not really

They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR)
Which one could be a search and rescue dog?

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.

Not really

This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog
Which one could be a boat dog: Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese?

Not really

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Bolognese dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Not really

Maltese breed usually doesn't like being on a boat.
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Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog
Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?

Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Not really

A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling.
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Fighting Dog / Military Dog

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Not really

In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more. 60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency

Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Once a year.

More frequent breeding is not healthy.
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Litter Size
How many puppies can Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka and Bolognese dog and Maltese have?
1-3 puppies 2-5 puppies 3-5 puppies

Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka vs Bolognese dog vs Maltese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group
Which dog is recognized by the AKC?
Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Not recognized by the American Kennel Club. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1888 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group
Which dog is recognized by the FCI?
Not recognized by FCI. Not recognized by FCI. Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition
What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?
Dog Registry of America Inc.
American Rare Breed Association
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
America's Pet Registry
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Foundation Stock Service
American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club

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