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Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka Champions
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Pronunciation:
ruhsh-uhn tsvetnaya bolonka
Breed Description:
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed of dog is a toy sized dog that should be compact and robust. This is a sturdy dog that has a level top line and is slightly longer than they are tall. The long tail usually curls over the back and the head is slightly rounded. The muzzle of the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka should be short but it should not be brachiocephalic. The ears are medium in length and should hang on the side of hte head.
The coat of the Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka should consist of two coats. The undercoat should be dense and short and it should have a soft texture. The top coat should be very long and it should be abundant. There should be a silky texture to it. The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka can be a range of colors including black, red, white, cream, brown and gray. They can be solid in color as well as multi-colored, tri-colored and shaded.
Temperament:
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed of dog is a friendly little breed that is playful and affectionate. They make a wonderful family dog that is excellent with everyone, regardless of age. They can do well with children, however, their small size makes them better suited to homes with older children. The breed loves being with their family and they often match their energy needs to meet their owners lifestyle. The breed is very trusting and will usually go with anyone so it is important to keep a close eye on them. They can do very well in multi-pet homes.
Height:
The average height for a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is between 7 to 11 inches.
Weight:
The average weight for a Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is between 3 to 6 pounds.
Health Problems:
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed of dog is a very hardy breed and has no known health problems at this time.
Living Conditions:
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed of dog can do very well in apartments and tend to be a versatile breed when it comes to living conditions. They should not be an outdoor dog.
Exercise:
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed of dog is an active breed that requires between 20 to 30 minutes of exercise each day. Generally, two good walks will meet their needs but it is also important to give them an opportunity for off leash exercise as well.
Life Expectancy:
12 to 15 years
Grooming:
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed of dog can be difficult to groom depending on whether you keep them in their full coat or not. Generally, most pet owners will clip the coat and give them a puppy clip to make grooming easier. If they are clipped, the coat only needs to be brushed weekly and the hair should be clipped once every six to eight weeks, which is when they would be bathed as well. If you keep them in a full coat, you should brush the coat daily to remove mats and dirt and you will need to hand strip any mats that you do find. In addition, the coat should be bathed on a weekly basis to keep the hair silky and the face should be cleaned on a daily basis. Some trimming may be needed around the paws, ears and anus to prevent matting. The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka should have their nails trimmed once or twice a month and they should have their ears cleaned on a weekly basis.
Origin:
The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka breed of dog is a recreation of an older dog and was actually developed in Russia during the 1950's. The breed was created by crossing the Shih Tzu with the Bichon Frise to create a companion breed. The Russian Tsvetnaya Bolonka is considered to be a purebred dog and has been recognized by several registries. Comments
The standards for all the breeds accepted to the AKC are used here for breed information, and those not part of the AKC are resourced from FCI standard information, where it is written and coded into the club rules for those breeds.
