Avoid Maltipoms as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Bologneses make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

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A Maltipom can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bolognese can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Patent Ductus Arteriosis (PDA)

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Cataracts
Hypothyroidism
Portosystemic Shunt
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)

Otitis Externa
Allergies

Eye examination
Radiographs
Thyroid Testing

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X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Maltipoms are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Bologneses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Maltipoms need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bologneses require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Maltipom dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bologneses bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Playing Ball, Swim, Run, Playful, Walking, Playing, Tummy rubs, Fetch, Vocal, Tug of war, Cuddling, Toys, Play, Tug-of-war, Walk, Cuddles, Go on Vacation, Road trip, Groom, Speak, Nap, Chase, Hide & Seek, Eating Snacks, Tag, Dressing up, Playing at home, Playtime, Training, Belly rubs

Sniffing, Going Outside, Watching TV, Swimming, Hanging out, Playing fetch, Walking, Grooming

Maltipoms are low-energy dogs. This breed make a great companion for a relatively inactive person. Maltipom dogs require a few short daily walks, and then they're happy snuggling next to you for the rest of the day.

Bologneses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Maltipom, it's at least 3 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bolognese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Maltipoms usually need at least 15 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bologneses usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Maltipom requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Bolognese is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Pin Brush
Flea Comb
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 3-8 pound (1 - 4 kg) Maltipom feed 0.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Bolognese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

Maltipoms are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bolognese is highly intelligent and very trainable.

Maltipoms are friendly and active companions, and can be good family pets, though their friendliness towards other dogs may vary.

Bologneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Maltipoms are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Bologneses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.