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Name	Schipperke	Bolognese dog	Volpino Italiano
Origins	Belgium	Italy	Italy
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Group	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs	Companion Dogs
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Spits Spitske Spitzke	Bolognese Toy Dog Bichon Bolognese	Florentine Spitz Italian Spitz Volpino Cane de Quirinale
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Which is the smallest dog, Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Bolognese dog? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano weight comparison:	12-18 pounds (5.5-8 kg)	4.5-9 pounds (2.5-4 kg)	9-14 pounds (4–6 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	15 pounds (5.6.5 kg)	6.75 pounds (3.25 kg)	11.5 pounds (4–6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano height comparison:	10-13 inches (21-33 cm)	Males: 10.5-12 inches (27-30 cm), Female: 10-11 inches (25-28 cm)	9.5-12 inches (24–30 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	11.5 inches (27 cm)	Males: 11.25 inches (28.5 cm), Female: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm)	9.8.5 inches (24–30 cm)

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Which is more expensive?	$600-$1000	$1200-$1400	$600-$800
Availability Which is easier to get, Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano?	Frequent: The Schipperke is easier than average to get.	Average: The Bolognese dog is a commonly available dog breed.	Average: The Volpino Italiano is a commonly available dog breed.

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano intelligence:	Very smart: Schipperke is an excellent dog breed. 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 Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano trainability comparison.	Schipperke dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are easy to train. See more.	Volpino Italiano dogs are quite easy to train. See more.
Least Obedient Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Easy To Train
Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano?	Schipperke dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are one of the best watchdogs. See more.	Volpino Italiano dogs are good watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Schipperke dogs are average defenders. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.	Volpino Italiano dogs are average defenders. See more.
Guard Dog Breeds List

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano behavior/temperament comparison:	Curious Independent Agile Intelligent Confident Fearless Faithful	Active Playful Intelligent Loyal Devoted Calm Faithful Easygoing Earnest Willing Serene	Active Playful Affectionate Lively Watchful
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: Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano?	Average to High: Schipperke dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.	High: Bolognese dog dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	Average to High: Volpino Italiano dogs are highly affectionate dogs. See more.
Most Affectionate Dog Breeds
Social Needs Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano social needs comparison:	Schipperke dogs need for social interaction is average. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Volpino Italiano dogs are a social breed. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Schipperke dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs are not the biggest explorers. See more.	Volpino Italiano dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Schipperke dogs have low to an average impulse to chase and catch something like a cat or any other small aminals. 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.	Volpino Italiano 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.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano playfulness comparison:	The Schipperke is a highly playful breed. See more.	Average: Bolognese dogs, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.	The Volpino Italiano is a playful breed. See more.
Most Playful Dog Breeds
Barking Which dog barks more/less: Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano?	Low: The Schipperke barks none to minimal. See more.	Average to High: The Bolognese dog is a vocal breed. See more.	Average to High: The Volpino Italiano is a vocal breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano?	It is not recommended to keep the Schipperke breed in the home.	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 Volpino Italiano indoors.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Adaptability and Independence Comparison

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

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Bite Characteristics Comparison

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

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano health comparison. Which is the healthier: Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano?	The Schipperke is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Bolognese dog is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Volpino Italianos tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano health problems comparison:	No data available	Hip Dysplasia Legg-perthes Disease Chronic Eye Irritation	No data available
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Schipperke should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Bolognese dog should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Volpino Italiano should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
Longest Living Dog Breeds
Life Expectancy Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano lifespan comparison. How long do Schipperke, Bolognese dog and Volpino Italiano breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	13-15 years The average lifespan of Schipperke: 14 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Bolognese dog: 14 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Volpino Italiano: 15 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano?	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. 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.

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano energy level comparison:	Schipperke 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.	Volpino Italiano 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 Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Schipperke dogs need a lot of exercises.	Bolognese dog dogs exercise need is minimal.	Volpino Italiano dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano?	Schipperke 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.	Volpino Italiano 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

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano?	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.	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.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano weight gain potential comparison:	High: The Schipperke breed has a strong tendency to be overweight. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Low to Average: The Volpino Italiano has a low to the average risk for obesity. See more.
Dog Breeds Prone To Obesity

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano coat comparison:	Fluffy Soft Thick	Curly Silky	Fluffy
Colors What are the original Schipperke, Bolognese dog and Volpino Italiano color?	Black Tan Blue Cream Brown Apricot	Pure white	Black Red White Fawn Champagne Honey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano grooming comparison:	Easy to groom: The Schipperke doesn't require a lot of grooming. See more.	Average: The Bolognese dog requires average grooming effort. See more.	Average: The Volpino Italiano requires average grooming effort. See more.
Low-Maintenance Dog Breeds		High-Maintenance Dog Breeds
Shedding Level Who sheds more Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? Schipperke or Bolognese dog or {name3 shedding:	Schipperke dogs shed moderately. See more.	Bolognese dog dogs shed none to minimal. See more.	Volpino Italiano 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: Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano?	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.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.
Hypoallergenic Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	No 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, Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano?	Medium ⏺ The Schipperke has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Bolognese dog has an average chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Volpino Italiano has an average chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Schipperke is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Bolognese dog is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Volpino Italiano is a perfect example of a low drooling tendency. See more.

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Good With Comparison

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

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano 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: Schipperke or Bolognese dog or Volpino Italiano? 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.
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.	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: Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano?	Yes Schipperke breed usually likes being on a boat. See more.	Not really Bolognese dog breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Volpino Italiano 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.

Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano 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 Schipperke and Bolognese dog and Volpino Italiano have?	3-7 puppies	2-5 puppies	4-6 puppies
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Schipperke vs Bolognese dog vs Volpino Italiano Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1904 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.	Not recognized by the American Kennel Club.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Recognized by FCI in the Sheepdogs and Cattledogs (except Swiss Cattledogs) group, in the Sheepdogs section.	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Spitz and primitive types group, in the European Spitz section.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	No data available	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	No data available

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