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Bolo-Chi -- Bolognese Bichon X Chihuahua

Bolo-Chi

He is not recognized by the F.C.I.
Origin
 Italy <> Mexico -> U.S.A.
Translation
 Francis Vandersteen

A brief presentation of the Bolo-Chi
The Bolo-Chi is a hybrid of two companion dogs: the Bolognese and the Chihuahua. The Bolognese is not as well known in the USA as the Chihuahua, and little is known about this hybrid mix. To understand the potential traits of this hybrid, owners need to examine the parent breeds. Both parents are currently bred as companions and are toy-sized. The resulting Bolo-Chi is also small and well suited to apartment living. Where the Bolognese is a friendly dog, the Chihuahua is wary of strangers. Your Bolo-Chi will lean one way or the other, but will be affectionate with its family.

History of the Bolo-Chi
The Bolo-Chi is a hybrid of the Bolognese and the Chihuahua. The mix is a specific modern crossbreed intended as a companion dog and does not have a long, well-known history. As such, owners need to look at the history of the breed's parents to understand the history of this hybrid. Today, the Bolo-Chi is recognized by the American Canine Hybrid Club, the Designer Dog Kennel Club, the Dog Registry of America and the International Designer Canine Registry. True to both parents, this mix is bred for companionship and is ideally suited to life in a small space.
        

A little of the Bolognese Bichon

         
The Bolognese Bichon is a toy companion breed in the Water Spaniel family. Courtesans and nobility in France and Italy maintained the breed, which is also known as the Bolognese Bichon and is closely related to the Bichon à poil frisé, frisé being a French word for frizz and referring to the soft, frizzy hair of the white-coated toy's close cousin. The breed's Italian name, Bolognese, refers to the Italian province of Bologna, where the breed is thought to have developed.
Standard of the Bolognese Bichon

A little of the Chihuahua
The Chihuahua is a New World breed, possibly crossing the Bering Strait over 30,000 years ago and finding its way to Mesoamerica and modern Mexico. The Chihuahua was kept and bred for vermin control by the Aztecs and Toltecs for centuries before being brought north by importation in the 1800s. Originally short-haired, long-haired varieties of Chihuahua may have been crossed with Silky Terriers.
Standard of the Chihuahua

Appearance of the Bolo-Chi
The Bolo-Chi has soft hair, like its Bolognese parent, and is white. However, slight variations in tone can occur to give the Bolo-Chi a wheaten appearance on the face and legs. Both parent breeds are toys, but the Bolognese is slightly taller. Your Bolo-Chi will probably be small but can grow to 25.5 centimeters. A Bolo-Chi's legs are long and slender, and its feet are slender and compact. A Bolo-Chi's head is well rounded with a short muzzle and the ears, underneath all the fluffy hair, fall to the side. The Bolo-Chi can have an underbite and accompanying dental problems thanks to the Chihuahua parent.

Temperament of the Bolo-Chi
Depending on which parent breed the Bolo-Chi most resembles, determines how your dog gets along with other dogs and cats. The Chihuahua is not well adapted to other animals, but can be socialized and learn to live in harmony. The Bolognese loves all animals and makes an excellent companion for dogs and cats, despite its Water Spaniel ancestry. The Bolo-Chi is a high-energy dog, but does not require intense exercise to calm down. Your Bolo-Chi will run around the house, jump and dance on its hind legs a few times a day, and will be content to nap before dinnertime.

Needs and activities of the Bolo-Chi
The Bolo-Chi is very affectionate with its family thanks to both parent breeds, but while the Bolognese is a versatile friendly breed, the Chihuahua is wary of strangers and more feisty and mouthy. While this mix will do well with children if socialized early, the Bolo-Chi is not well suited to small children who might tease and chase it. Educating children with a healthy respect for dogs will do just fine, however.

Maintenance of the Bolo-Chi
The Bolo-Chi is most likely a hypoallergenic hybrid or will certainly lean more towards hypoallergenic. Shedding levels on this mix are very low despite the length of the hairs, which is attributed to the double coat. However, grooming requirements are more important on this hybrid. The Bolo-Chi requires daily grooming to keep its long coat tangle-free and looking its best. Brushing will remove dead and loose hairs and help evenly distribute the Bolo-Chi's natural skin oils. Bathing is not recommended, as dermatitis is common in this hybrid. Bathe your Bolo-Chi only when necessary and use lukewarm water. Gently dry your Bolo-Chi after bathing with a clean, fragrance-free towel. Chihuahuas are prone to dental problems, so pay close attention to your Bolo-Chi's dental health and clean his teeth at least three times a week to prevent disease.
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