Bolognese Puppies Blog

Is it normal, anyway?!

Yes, it is. Just imagine the situation from the point of view of your Bolognese. He is part of the family, often treated as “the kid”, and then, suddenly, a new creature arrives and takes all the attention of his beloved family. It is quite similar to what older children feel, when a little brother/sister arrives. One of the differences is just that the dog can’t speak English

Actually, if we are aware of this ‘problem’ in advance, the situation can be handled, but it needs consciousness and to be started in time, long before the baby’s arrival. Let’s see how we can prepare our Bolognese for the new family member.

If your dog’s daily routine has to be changed with the baby’s arrival (it probably will), you should start changing the rules much earlier, giving him plenty of time to get used to the new set up. This way it isn’t going to be so sudden and shocking. If your Bolognese hasn’t really been trained before, it’s high time to start. He should learn at least a few commands, like sit, stay, etc. This way, he’ll be easier to handle.

Many families worry about their dog endangering the health of the child, so the best thing to do is to take your pet to the vet, get him checked and get some advice. Get your Bolognese used to the new smells, sounds in advance (blankets, lotions, toys). It’s also a good idea, that just after your baby was born, send home a blanket that the baby had been in, so your dog can experience the child’s smell in advance. It is very important to know that your  Bolognese will get a lot less attention from the mother, so when taking the baby home for the first time, the mother should greet the dog, so it is better if someone else is carrying the baby.

It is also a good idea not to leave them alone together at the first times, until your Bolognese feels comfortable with the baby, because, for example, it is very possible that the dog won’t tolerate the child’s crying very well in the beginning. You have to teach him that this is a normal sound, and you should motivate him not to bark (with treats, for example).

And the most important rule for last, maybe it seems too obvious, but it’s still worth mentioning: try to give as much attention to your Bolognese as you can. The point is that he has to feel that you do care about him. If you keep this in mind, most probably there will be no problem. You could also try Preparing Fido, which is an amazing collection of Baby sounds designed especially to get your dog ready for the arrival of the new Baby!

This Italian, eager to please breed has been a popular toy dog in Europe and America for a long time. The Middle East seems to have discovered the Bolognese as a loving family pet too. Read more about popular dogs in the Middle East here.

The Bolognese dogs are very intelligent and love the companionship of people but they tend to be reserved with strangers. They are sweet, affectionate and eager to please. Tending to bond closely with their owner, they want to be involved in everything the family does. They will normally enjoy being with children as well as other household pets, but they do better with older children. It is also said that the Bolognese makes a good watchdog. If you are planning to buy a Bolognese, keep in mind that this breed loves to be the center of the attention.

If you are an owner of a Bolognese, then you should know that this breed of dog loves to go for a walk on a daily basis. When you are out for a walk with your Bolognese pet, isn’t it great to look good wearing the Bolognese “Attack of the Killer Bologneses” Hoodie ? Some pet owners try to show their love and affection for their pets in every way they could possibly do, so if you are one of them, then this is definitely for you. Just like the Bolognese’s coat which is soft and fluffy, this hoodie is made of 100% cotton and can give you the most comfortable feeling while wearing it, just like how you feel when you are with your pet. Although most of the time, a Bolognese dog comes in white, this hoodie is brown and comes in different sizes unlike the Bolognese pet who is naturally small in stature. You will definitely enjoy this hoodie just like how you enjoy your Bolognese’s fluffy coat.

Written by highly experienced dog trainer, Daniel Stevens, Secrets to Dog Training is a comprehensive resource covering all the most important aspects of dog ownership. The 261 page manual is superbly detailed, still the step-by-step format of the book makes it very easy for Bolognese owners to understand and apply the instructions. The book also comes with a 30 minute downloadable video. By completing the course, you will learn how to:

• stop and prevent dog fights
• curb your dog’s aggressiveness
• make your dog understand what is right and wrong
• apply techniques professional trainers use
• house train your dog
• stop your dog racing in the house
• deal with a dominant dog
• overcome separation anxiety
• stop your dog jumping on people
• teach your dog when it is appropriate to bark
• understand how your dog thinks and sees the world
• apply the cutting edge Dog Whispering technique
• deal with more than one dog in the house
• stop the family cat being harassed.

Secrets to Dog Training is very comprehensive, easy to understand and effective. If you want to tackle any of your dog’s behavior problems, this book is for you. You can benefit from the book, even if your dog is perfectly trained as the author shares a lot of his insights on the possible best relationship between dog and owner.

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People who own the Bolognese dog love their full, fluffy white locks and their being hypoallergenic as not to start any sneezing. But how can owners get to cuddle their pets if they simply do not come when asked or commanded to? Teaching a Bolognese should be easy for they are smart and eager to please their owners. Here are a few things one can do.

Have the Bolognese on a leash and have him sit around 3 feet in front. Owners can slightly bend their knees and spread their arms and say COME. If he does come, give a reward and praise. If he doesn’t, a sharp clap should grab his attention and start with the command again. Do this by slowly increasing the distance between the dog and owner. Later on owners can move backwards while the dog is approaching. However, if the dog starts to swerve away, a tug on the leash should be done and movement towards the opposite direction to get them back on track. Patience and consistency are needed in all kinds of teaching or training.

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Formerly known as SitStayFetch, the product Secrets to Dog Training has sold over 200 000 copies. The worldwide success is explained by the proven methods the package includes to train any dog to behave well around people and other dogs and obey all of the owner’s rules and orders. Daniel Stevens’ Secrets to Dog Training will teach you how to:

• curb your dog’s aggressiveness
• make your dog understand what is right and wrong
• house train your dog
• stop your dog racing in the house
• deal with a dominant dog
• overcome separation anxiety
• stop your dog jumping on people
• apply the cutting edge Dog Whispering technique
• deal with more than one dog in the house
• stop the family cat being harrassed.

Visit Secrets to Dog Training official website for more information.

Looking for a Bolognese for your home? Well, if you’re new at finding a canine companion then you may have to step on the brakes a bit and know more about the breed before setting out on an impulse buy. There are both good breeders and bad breeders out there and only the good and reliable ones are dedicated to developing a quality Bolognese by accurately following the standard defined by a governing purebred body, group or club. For example: a purebred Bolognese has a white coat that is soft and wooly and can grow 3 to 4 inches, with loose, open ringlets that give it a cuddly look. They have no undercoat and are considered to be hypoallergenic. Although small, they have muscled and well compacted bodies and stand about 10.5 to 12 inches. Here are some red flags and go signals for prospective buyers to keep an eye out for:

Red flags for shady breeders:
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A tiny Bolognese is ready to play. Look at his lovely curly coat.

Save money on vet bills! Do the basic health check yourself.

Who said dogs don’t sit like humans? Just look at this cute Bolognese pup to see they do!

Like any responsible owner, it would be a shock to follow muddy paw prints on the floor to discover that the beautiful, silky and curly white coat of the Bolognese was covered with mud from having too much fun outdoors.

If the Bolognese was brushed since it was a puppy, then it would be used to being groomed and it shouldn’t be much of a hassle holding them in one place. Brushing the Bolognese should be done twice a week at the least with a bristle brush and a fine metal comb afterwards to separate the hairs to make it flow nicely.

Bathing should be done once a month but also wash them down if they get too dirty from outdoor activities. Use warm water, shampoo and lather well. Drying would be best by using a towel and running the hands through the coat while blow drying. Then brush and comb for the final touch!

Avoid unnecessary vet bills! Do your dog’s basic health check!