Bolognese
VS
Russkiy Toy
Bolognese vs Russkiy Toy
Compare Bolognese and Russkiy Toy 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
Russkiy Toy
Breed type
Purebred
Purebred
Height
25 – 30 cm
22 – 27 cm
Weight
3 – 4 kg
2 – 3 kg
Life expectancy
12 – 15 years
11 – 12 years
Child friendly
3/5
3/5
Energy level
4/5
3/5
Intelligence
3/5
3/5
Trainability
3/5
3/5
Health
4/5
3/5
Grooming needs
5/5
3/5
Shedding
3/5
2/5
Barking level
3/5
3/5
Aggressiveness
1/5
2/5
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Characteristics
Bolognese
High energy
Tiny
Russkiy Toy
Tiny
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 Russkiy Toy
Tiny, elegant toy breed (1–3 kg, 20–28 cm) with smooth or long coat. Lively, athletic, and strongly attached to family, often choosing a favorite person. Alert and vocal, suited to gentle, consistent training and moderate exercise, but physically delicate and needs careful handling.
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