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Name	Russian Toy	Bolognese dog	Havanese
Origins	Russia	Italy	Cuba
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Moscovian Miniature Terrier Moscow Toy Terrier Russian Terrier Russian Toy Terrier	Bolognese Toy Dog Bichon Bolognese	Bichon Habanero Bichon Havanais Bichon Havanes Havanese Cuban Bichon Havaneser Havanezer Bichon Havanese
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese? Which is the smallest dog, Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Bolognese dog? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese weight comparison:	3-6 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	4.5 pounds (1.3-2.7 kg)	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)	10 pounds (4.5 kg)
Height Which is taller, Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese height comparison:	8-10 inches (20-26 cm)	Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	8-11 inches (21-29 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	9 inches (23 cm)	Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	10 inches (25 cm)

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese? Which is more expensive?	$600-$800	$1200-$1400	$900-$1200
Availability Which is easier to get, Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese?	Average: The Russian Toy is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Very frequent: The Havanese is quite easy to get.

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Smart: The Bolognese dog dogs have great intelligence. See more.	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.
Smartest Dog Breeds
Trainability Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese trainability comparison.	Russian Toy dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Havanese dogs are very easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese?	Russian Toy dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Havanese dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Russian Toy dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Havanese dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese behavior/temperament comparison:	Active Playful Protective Loyal Cheerful	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Devoted Calm Faithful Easygoing Earnest Willing Serene	Playful Intelligent Responsive Affectionate Lively Gentle Companionable Sturdy Amiable Charming
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Bolognese dog 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: Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese?	High: Russian Toy dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Bolognese dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Havanese dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese social needs comparison:	Russian Toy dogs are a social breed. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Havanese dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Russian Toy dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Havanese dogs tend to escape less than other breeds. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Russian Toy dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.	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.	Havanese dogs have a higher impulse to chase and catch something than other dog breeds. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese playfulness comparison:	The Russian Toy is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Havanese is a highly playful breed. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese?	Average to High: The Russian Toy is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed. See more.	Low to Average: The Havanese rarely barks. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese?	Apartment-friendly dog the Russian Toy breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Bolognese dog breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Havanese breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Russian Toy dogs adapt well to lifestyle changes and different living environments.	Bolognese dog dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Havanese dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese?	Russian Toy dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Bolognese dog dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Havanese dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Russian Toy bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bolognese dog bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Havanese 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 Russian Toy has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Bolognese dog has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese mouthiness comparison:	Russian Toy dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs have a higher than average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Havanese dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese health comparison. Which is the healthier: Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese?	Russian Toys tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.	The Bolognese dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Havanese 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: Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese health problems comparison:	Patellar Luxation Retained Baby Teeth	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Chronic Eye Irritation	Cataracts Heart Murmurs Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Patellar Luxation Deafness Chondrodysplasia Elbow Dysplasia Mitral Valve Disease Portosystemic Liver Shunt
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Frequent The Russian Toy should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.	Average The Bolognese dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Havanese should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.
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Life Expectancy Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese lifespan comparison. How long do Russian Toy, Bolognese dog and Havanese breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-13 years The average lifespan of Russian Toy: 12 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Havanese: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Energy and Activity Comparison

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

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese?	1/4 to 1/2 cup of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese weight gain potential comparison:	Average: The Russian Toy has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Havanese's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese coat comparison:	Smooth	Curly Silky	Soft Wavy Woolly Flat Long
Colors What are the original Russian Toy, Bolognese dog and Havanese color?	Black Tan Blue Brown	Pure white	Black White Fawn Reddish-Brown Havana Brown Tobacco
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese? Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Russian Toy doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Havanese requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese? Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or {name3 shedding:	Russian Toy dogs are low shedders. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Havanese dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese?	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. 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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
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Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese?	Medium ⏺ The Russian Toy has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bolognese dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Havanese has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Russian Toy is an average drooler. See more.	The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Havanese is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Good With Comparison

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

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese 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.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Russian Toy or Bolognese dog or Havanese? Which is better for autism?	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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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.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
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.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese?	Not really Russian Toy breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bolognese dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Havanese breed usually doesn't like 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.

Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese 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 Russian Toy and Bolognese dog and Havanese have?	4-6 puppies	2-5 puppies	1-9 puppies, average 4
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Russian Toy vs Bolognese dog vs Havanese Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club as a Miscellaneous breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Toy breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Continental Toy Spaniel and Russian Toy section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Foundation Stock Service	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 United Kennel Club Havanese Club of America

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