For many centuries the Maltese lapdog(maltese) was the favorite of the elite. Perhaps it is the oldest dwarf breed in Europe. These ancient animals were worshiped and idolized by the ancient Greeks. Their images are imprinted on pottery and paintings. Evidence has been preserved that the Egyptians highly valued the dog of this breed. It is believed that she appeared on the island of Malta. However, this opinion is seriously questioned. Many researchers believe that, most likely, the name of the breed was received in honor of the island of Meleda, which is located in the Adriatic Sea. According to the surviving data, lap dogs were "successful" hunters in mice in ports and on ships. It was on them that they got to many countries.
Bologna is a dog that is the besta companion of all existing breeds. This charming creature seems so soft and gentle that you want to play with it, and do not let go of it. Brilliant dark eyes, neat spout, snow-white silky wool make these animals simply irresistible.
It is believed that the emperors of Rome expelled fromthe breeds of bolonok are all colors, leaving the only one - white. For the Romans, it was a sacred color. Bolonka is a dog whose body is covered not with fur, but with hair (just like a poodle). This cover almost does not shed, but because such a pet is ideal for allergy sufferers.
The main feature of the lap dog is its small size. However, this does not prevent the lovely white lump from demonstrating a great sense of love for its master.
The dog of the lap dog breed is very tiny.Her height at the withers barely reaches 25 centimeters (in females - 23 cm), the animal weighs no more than 4 kilograms. These babies live about 13-15 years. Bolonka is a dog that is smart and smart. It is easy to train. It is necessary to begin to work with her from an early age and not to pamper her as a child.
Especially it is necessary to stop on the luxuriouswool, which is endowed with a dog. Bologna needs a thorough and completely uncomfortable care of the fur coat. If the owner plans to represent his pet at the exhibitions, then he should be cut as necessary. If there is a desire to support the lap-dog according to the standards adopted at the exhibitions - with long hair down to the ground, then it is necessary to comb every day and at least once a week to wash the baby. In addition, it is advisable to contact the grooming specialists.
Bolonka is a dog that has absolutely white wool by standard, but a light shade of milky color is acceptable.
To all wishing to purchase this snow-whitebeauty should know that it is not easy to raise a puppy of a lap dog. It takes patience, at least a little experience and, of course, love. As you know, small dogs eat very little, but you need to know that the food should be of high quality, because this largely depends not only on the health of the baby, but also the quality of his coat.
With a puppy it is necessary to play, caress it - communicationwith a man for this breed is necessary. But we should not forget that this is even a very small, but still a dog that has all its "canine" rights - to run, naughty, take care of girlfriends. It is in this direction that they should be educated.
