Unfortunately, the Tamaskan is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bologneses are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Avoid Tamaskans as watchdogs - they're not effective.

Bologneses make excellent watchdogs - they're vocal and protective of their territory.

Finland

Italy

Siberian Husky, Alaskan Malamute, German Shepherd

Bichon Frise, Maltese

1980s

1200s

Hazel
Brown
Amber

Brown

Black

Black

White
Gray
Black
Red

White

Tamaskans have medium-length coats.

Bologneses are known for their coat length.

Straight

Curly

A Tamaskan can have a litter of 13-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bolognese can have a litter of 12-14 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Hip Dysplasia
Cryptorchidism

Patellar Luxation
Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Hip Dysplasia
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Degenerative Myelopathy

Otitis Externa
Allergies

X-Rays
Physical Examination
Blood Panel
DNA

Eye
Hip
X-Rays
Eye Examination
Dental Examination

Tamaskans thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bologneses' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

Tamaskans need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Bologneses require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

Herding cattle, Playing fetch, Training, Flyball

Sniffing, Going Outside, Watching TV, Swimming, Hanging out, Playing fetch, Walking, Grooming

Tamaskans are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Bologneses are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Tamaskan, it's at least 18 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bolognese, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Tamaskans usually need at least 70 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bologneses usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Tamaskan requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

The Bolognese is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Tamaskan should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Bolognese should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 65-95 pound (29 - 43 kg) Tamaskan feed 3.5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 5-10 pound (2 - 5 kg) Bolognese feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Tamaskan is somewhere $2.10 - $2.80 per day.

The average cost of a Bolognese is somewhere $1.10 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Tamaskan is between $63 - $84. This makes an average of $756 - $1008 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bolognese is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Tamaskans are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Bologneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Tamaskans are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Bologneses have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

The Tamaskan is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.

Bologneses are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.