Height: 10-12 in. at the shoulders Weight: 5 to 9 lbs.
Although they take their name from the northern Italian city of Bologna, it is possible that the Bolognese are descended from the Bichons of southern Italy. These dogs closely resemble the Maltese. They are usually white in color, with some blonde markings. Rare today, even in Italy, these affectionate dogs are slightly more reserved and shy than their cousins, the Bichon Frise. They enjoy the companionship of people and form a close relationship with their owners and they get along well with other dogs.
