Breed Comparison: Bolognese Versus English Toy Spaniel

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Bolognese Versus English Toy Spaniel: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Bolognese and for the English Toy Spaniel. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Bolognese or the English Toy Spaniel.

Bolognese versus English Toy Spaniel: Overview

A very important difference between the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Bolognese is a tiny-sized dog while the English Toy Spaniel is a small-sized dog.

Furthermore, both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are Companion Dogs. This means both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel were bred to be companions for humans. Their main goal in life is to be with people, and they will be very sad if left to themselves for long hours day after day.

Bolognese versus English Toy Spaniel: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Bolognese to the English Toy Spaniel based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel

Factor Bolognese English Toy Spaniel
Does NOT Shed 5/5 1/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 4/5
Easy To Groom 1/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 5/5 4/5
Life Span 12 to 14 years 10 to 12 years
Tolerates Being Alone 2/5 1/5
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 2/5
Good For Novice Owners 3/5 4/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 3/5 2/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 3/5
NOT Rambunctious 3/5 3/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 3/5
Potential For Playfulness 3/5 4/5
Intelligence 4/5 3/5
Does NOT chew on things 2/5 2/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 2/5 3/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 2/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 4/5
Easygoing 1/5 2/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 5/5
Kid-Friendly 5/5 1/5
Dog Friendly 5/5 4/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 5/5 4/5
General Health 5/5 2/5
Easy To Train 5/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 1/5 2/5
Weight 8 to 14 pounds 8 to 14 pounds
Height 9 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder
Average Lifespan 13.0 years 11.0 years
Average Price $2030 $2350
Price Range $1888 – $2162 $2250 – $2525
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Cardiac Evaluation
  • DNA Repository
  • Eye Examination
  • Patellar Luxation
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Bolognese in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the English Toy Spaniel. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Bolognese is 85 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the English Toy Spaniel is 74 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Bolognese is a better pet than the English Toy Spaniel. So, you should get the Bolognese!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel

    Below is a list of where the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are most different:

    • Bologneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies. However, English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.
    • Bologneses require a lot of grooming and are not very easy to groom. However, English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.
    • Bologneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly. However, English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.
    • Bologneses are very healthy. They do not suffer from a lot of health problems compared to other dog breeds However, English Toy Spaniels have the tendency to develop certain health problems.

    The Similarities Between the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel

    The Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are most similar:

    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel do not have the tendency to drool.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel do not like to be left alone.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are highly intelligent.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are prone to nip and chew at things.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel adapt well to apartment living.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel get along well with other dogs.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel are very friendly towards strangers.
    • Both the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel have a high prey drive. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Size Comparison of Bolognese versus English Toy Spaniel

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel.

    Bologneses weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Bologneses are 9 to 12 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    On the other hand, English Toy Spaniels weigh 8 to 14 pounds when fully grown. English Toy Spaniels are 10 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Bolognese versus English Toy Spaniel

    The lifespan of Bologneses is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Bologneses is 13.0 years.

    The lifespan of English Toy Spaniels is between 10 to 12 years. The average lifespan of English Toy Spaniels is 11.0 years.

    Bologneses live longer than English Toy Spaniels.

    Price of Bolognese versus Price of English Toy Spaniel

    The average price of the Bolognese puppy is $2030. The price of the Bolognese typically ranges from $1888 – $2162. We obtained this price information by reviewing the prices of 2 Bolognese puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The average price of the English Toy Spaniel puppy is $2350. The price of the English Toy Spaniel typically ranges from $2250 – $2525. We obtained this price information by collecting and reviewing the prices of 3 English Toy Spaniel puppies listed for sale from various sources.

    The English Toy Spaniel is more expensive than the Bolognese.

    The charts below show the price distribution for the Bolognese and English Toy Spaniel. For different price points, the charts show how many Bolognese puppies or how many English Toy Spaniel puppies are listed for sale at those price points.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bologneses. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of Bologneses. The typical price range is shaded Green.

    A breakdown of the prices of English Toy Spaniels

    A breakdown of the prices of English Toy Spaniels

    Note that a lot of factors determine how much you can expect to pay for the Bolognese puppy or the English Toy Spaniel puppy. This includes if health screening tests have been performed on the puppy, if the puppy is from a famous pedigree, the US State where the puppy is bred, etc.

    Nevertheless, when looking to buy a puppy, look at buying a puppy only from well-established breeders that breed puppies primarily for the love of dogs, and secondarily for profit. Do not buy a puppy from a puppy mill. Puppy mills mass-produce puppies in bad living conditions for maximum profit.

    You may also consider adopting a dog instead of buying a dog.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Bolognese versus English Toy Spaniel

    Bologneses do not like to be left alone.

    English Toy Spaniels do not like to be left alone.

    Do Bologneses shed more than English Toy Spaniels?

    Bologneses do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    English Toy Spaniels shed. They are not recommended for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Bolognese or the English Toy Spaniel

    Bologneses do have a very low tendency to drool.

    English Toy Spaniels do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Bolognese or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Bologneses require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    English Toy Spaniels are very easy to groom.

    Does the Bolognese Have a Higher Prey Drive than the English Toy Spaniel?

    Bologneses have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    English Toy Spaniels have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Bologneses Bark and Howl? What about English Toy Spaniels?

    Bologneses are highly vocal. They have the tendency to bark and howl.

    English Toy Spaniels bark and howl, but not very much.

    Can Bologneses Tolerate Cold Weather? And can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Bologneses cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Wanderlust Potential: Bolognese vs. English Toy Spaniel

    Bologneses do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    English Toy Spaniels do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Can Bologneses Tolerate Hot Weather? Can English Toy Spaniels Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Bologneses can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    English Toy Spaniels cannot tolerate hot weather. They are not suited for hot environments.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Bolognese or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Bologneses get along very well with other dogs.

    English Toy Spaniels get along very well with other dogs.

    Are Bologneses good family dogs? What about English Toy Spaniels?

    Bologneses are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    English Toy Spaniels are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Bologneses and English Toy Spaniels?

    Bologneses get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    English Toy Spaniels do not get along well with kids. They are not kid-friendly.

    Is the Bolognese Easier to Train than the English Toy Spaniel?

    Bologneses are very easy to train.

    English Toy Spaniels are fairly easy to train.

    Is the Bolognese Better for Apartment Owners than the English Toy Spaniel?

    Bologneses adapt very well to apartment living.

    English Toy Spaniels adapt very well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Bolognese or the English Toy Spaniel?

    Bologneses are OK for new dog owners.

    English Toy Spaniels are very good for new dog owners.

    Conclusion: Bolognese versus English Toy Spaniel. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Bolognese and the English Toy Spaniel better suits you and your family.