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Name	Bolognese dog	Italian Greyhound	Beagle
Origins	Italy	Italy	England
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Hunting Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bolognese Toy Dog Bichon Bolognese	German: Italienisches Windspiel Piccolo Levriero Italiano Galgo Italiano French: Petit Levrier Italiane	English Beagle
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Which is the smallest dog, Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Italian Greyhound? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle weight comparison:	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)	6-10 pounds (3-5 kg)	Male: 22-25 pounds (10-11 kg), Female: 20-23 pounds (9-10 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)	8 pounds (4 kg)	Male: 23.5 pounds (10.5 kg), Female: 21.5 pounds (9.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle height comparison:	Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	12-15 inches (30-38 cm)	Male: 14-16 inches (36-41 cm), Female: 13-15 inches (33-38 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	13.5 inches (34 cm)	Male: 15 inches (38.5 cm), Female: 14 inches (35.5 cm)

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Which is more expensive?	$1200-$1400	$800-$1000	$500-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Italian Greyhound is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Beagle is quite easy to get.

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle intelligence:	Smart: The Bolognese dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle trainability comparison.	Bolognese dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Beagle dogs are easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Beagle dogs are not the best choice if you want a good watchdog. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Beagle dogs can't provide protection for their territory. See more.
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Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Devoted Calm Faithful Easygoing Earnest Willing Serene	Agile Intelligent Affectionate Companionable Athletic Mischievous	Loving Independent Intelligent Friendly Lively Gentle Sweet
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	Sensitive: Bolognese dog dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Sensitive: Italian Greyhound dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle?	High: Bolognese dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Italian Greyhound dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Beagle dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle social needs comparison:	Bolognese dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Beagle dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Beagle dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Bolognese dog dogs have an average prey drive, which means that they don't have a high impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals, but it might happen. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.	Beagle dogs have a high impulse to chase and catch something. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle playfulness comparison:	Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	Average: Italian Greyhounds, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Beagle is a highly playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle?	Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed. See more.	Average: The Italian Greyhound barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Beagle is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Very house-friendly dog the Bolognese dog breed.	It is not the best choice if you want to keep them indoors, however, with careful exercise and several walks a day, they will tolerate the indoor environment, so it is possible to keep Italian Greyhound indoors.	It is not recommended to keep the Beagle breed in the home.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bolognese dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Italian Greyhound dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Beagle dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Bolognese dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Just like every puppy, they are prone to panic, cry, bark, whine when they left alone by their owner.	Beagle dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bolognese dog bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Italian Greyhound bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Beagle bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bolognese dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Italian Greyhound has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Beagle has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle mouthiness comparison:	Bolognese dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Beagle dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle?	The Bolognese dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Italian Greyhound is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Beagle is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Chronic Eye Irritation	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Eye Problems Drug Sensitivity Thyroid Problems Alopecia	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Hypothyroidism Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA) Epilepsy Intervertebral Disk Disease Cherry Eye Distichiasis Glaucoma Beagle Dwarfism Chinese Beagle Syndrome
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bolognese dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Italian Greyhound should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Beagle should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle lifespan comparison. How long do Bolognese dog, Italian Greyhound and Beagle breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Italian Greyhound: 13 years	11-15 years The average lifespan of Beagle: 13 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers warm weather Dogs that prefer warm weather conditions are typically breeds that were originally bred in warmer climates. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle energy level comparison:	Bolognese dog dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Italian Greyhound dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.	Beagle dogs have a higher energy level than other dog breeds.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bolognese dog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Italian Greyhound dogs have an average exercise need.	Beagle dogs need quite a lot of exercise.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Bolognese dog dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Italian Greyhound dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.	Beagle dogs are quite energetic dogs and they don't spend too much time with sleeping.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Italian Greyhound has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.	High: The Beagle breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle coat comparison:	Curly Silky	Fine	Dense
Colors What are the original Bolognese dog, Italian Greyhound and Beagle color?	Pure white	Black Gray Red Blue White Brown Yellow	Black Tan Red White Tricolor
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle grooming comparison:	Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Effortless: The Italian Greyhound requires minimal grooming. See more.	Effortless: The Beagle requires minimal grooming. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or {name3 shedding:	Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Italian Greyhound dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Beagle dogs shed moderately. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	No See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle?	Medium ⏺ The Bolognese dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Italian Greyhound has an average chance of bad smell.	High 🔼 The Beagle has a high chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Italian Greyhound is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Beagle is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Italian Greyhound dogs are generally with other pets.	Beagle dogs are generally with other pets.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Which dog is more friendly?	Bolognese dog dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards strangers.	Beagle dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Bolognese dog dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are not kid-friendly dogs.	Beagle dogs are very kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Bolognese dog dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards cats.	Beagle dogs are average friendly towards cats.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle?	Bolognese dog dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Italian Greyhound dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.	Beagle dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle?	Yes Bolognese dog dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Italian Greyhound dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Beagle dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bolognese dog is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Italian Greyhound is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Beagle is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bolognese dogs are usually recommended for elderly people.	Italian Greyhounds are not recommended for elderly people.	Beagles are one of the best breeds for elderly people.

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes good as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bolognese dog or Italian Greyhound or Beagle? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.
Therapy Dog Breeds
Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Yes After proper training, they can excel at this kind of work.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Yes This breed would make an excellent search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle?	Not really Bolognese dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Italian Greyhound breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Yes Beagle breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bolognese dog and Italian Greyhound and Beagle have?	2-5 puppies	2-4 puppies	2-14 puppies, average 7
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Bolognese dog vs Italian Greyhound vs Beagle Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1886 as a Toy breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1885 as a Hound breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Sighthounds group, in the Short-haired Sighthounds section.	Recognized by FCI in the Scent hounds and related breeds group, in the Scent hounds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club

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