Bolognese
VS
Miniature American Shepherd
Bolognese vs Miniature American Shepherd
Compare Bolognese and Miniature American Shepherd side by side and get a clear picture of what sets the breeds apart. Explore differences in size, weight, temperament, activity level, and other key traits to more easily decide which breed best fits your lifestyle and circumstances.
Characteristic
Bolognese
Miniature American Shepherd
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
33 – 46 cm
Weight
3 – 4 kg
9 – 14 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
11 – 14 years
Child friendly
3/5
4/5
Energy level
4/5
4/5
Intelligence
3/5
4/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
4/5
Shedding
3/5
3/5
Barking level
3/5
4/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
3/5
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Characteristics
Bolognese
High energy
Tiny
Miniature American Shepherd
Great with kids
High energy
Super smart
Small
Summary
About Bolognese
The Bolognese is a small, sturdy Italian companion dog with a pure white, fluffy, non‑shedding coat that needs regular grooming. Calm, people‑focused and often strongly attached to one person, it suits apartments, needs modest exercise but high company and mental stimulation.
About Miniature American Shepherd
Compact, athletic herding dog bred in the U.S. as a smaller Australian Shepherd. Intelligent, devoted, and “velcro” with family, often reserved with strangers. Needs regular training, mental work, and exercise. Medium double coat in varied colors; generally healthy with 12–15 year lifespan.
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