Living with a Bolognese: What to Expect
The day-to-day reality of sharing your home with this Small breed for the next 12-14 yrs - routine, grooming, money and temperament.
⚡ Daily routine
Plan for 30-45 minutes of walking a day. The Bolognese enjoys a steady routine: a morning walk, an evening loop and calm indoor time in between.
✂️ Grooming & shedding
This coat is a commitment: near-daily brushing and professional grooming every 4-8 weeks. Budget both the time and the salon money.
Shedding is minimal - your black clothes are mostly safe.
💰 First-year Bolognese budget
Plan on $1,500-$2,500 upfront for the puppy, then roughly $700-$1,200 every year for food, vet care, grooming and supplies. Year one usually adds one-off costs on top: crate, leash, training classes, spay/neuter.
🐕 Temperament at home
Around the house, the Bolognese is best described as:
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