Lucia (Dalia X Opal) @ 8.5 wks             Dalia 8.5 mo

             The Bolognese Dog, an Italian breed , seems  a piece of rare art from the 11th and 12th century Italian nobility : Small, non-shed, non-allergenic, not yappy nor an ankle biter. They are playful, gentle, intelligent , and known for their constant smile and direct eye contact as they "read your mind" . Known as the "velcro dog" for their dedication to their owners, the Bolognese is an ancient and rare breed which became almost extinct. As a breeder of Bolognese, GWB's purpose is to develop a collection of exceptional phenotypes and bloodlines from throughout the world in an attempt to preserve this beautiful animal whose ancient ancestors were known in Egypt as the "cat-dog". Incidentally, the cat is known as the "favorite pet of the Egyptians" Some clients have told me their "Bolos" play like a cat and have an unusually beautiful coat of "silken-cotton.

GWB has a waiting list for puppies out of our exceptional mamas.

Nadia 11 mo, Mika27 mo,  Sakala 10.5 mo.                    Fall Frolic

Please notify us if you wish to be placed on our adoption list.

          Tell us about yourself , we want to know you.

"Glo, what is it about these lovely Bolo children that just wrenches the smiles from your lips and heart? I can't believe everyone doesn't have one of these amazing little Soul Creatures. No other breed compares to this one. I just break out in laughter with Paisley every time she looks at me (which is always) and I think . . . this is Pure Happiness. Pure Joy. Total Ecstasy. How can anyone be sad with a Bolo looking into their heart? I call them my marshmallow delights." Cherry Carter  owner of Amma's son Brannoc out of Hungarian Champion Angelo.

Upon hearing that GWB would soon have another litter for sale , My gd. nephew said, "Grandma Glo sells happiness when she sells one of her puppies. She is in the HAPPINESS business." My client Cherry wrote, "Glo you are care-taking the miraculous." This note from Pat and Bill, forever family to GiGi, is one example of the many letters I get from our extending Bolo family. "GiGi  is such a joy, our home is filled with laughter because of her little personality."

2009 Giovanna (GiGi) ( Mika X Po Tolo)@ 6 weeks

For YOUR happiness call 507 251 3800 or 507 206 3385 to get info on the next puppies due. You may contact us also to arrange for breedings to Obie, Antoleo , Mario or Po Tolo.

“Success is not final…failure is not fatal.  It is the initial vision,

and the courage to continue against all odds, which counts in life.”

Enjoy DaCoda (on the right) Gloria's first Bolognese... and Mabel ( Mama Mia) on the left. This photo was taken 20 minutes after Mabel arrived in MN. from Slovakia. True to the nature of the breed, she never missed a beat with her calm happy demeanor.

GWB often host visitors who have traveled several hours to meet this rare dog.Our guests are always exuberantly greeted at the door by our little ones. As soon as our guests are settled into a chair or onto the couch , they are joined by one or all the dogs who immediately settle into the laps of  "their company" and plant kisses on their faces. One man, visiting with his wife and daughter, grinned at me through peals of laughter and said, "You train them to do this don't you?" They had fallen in love.

In the midst of our conversation, the wife mentioned that they had chatted about the probability that the dogs would not be half as beautiful as they appeared on GWB's website. To their utter delight, they declared that the girls were even more beautiful than in their photos. And so it is that to be in the presence of the Bolognese is to fall captive to their charm, their beauty, enthusiasm and sweet energy.

After a session at the "beauty shop" the girl's groomer said to me, "I am so in love with this breed. Every single one of your girls has the most beautiful disposition. They have never given me one moment of trouble.To own one of these rare dogs is highly prestigious. To discover their wonderful temperament is such a joy. No wonder they were considered the greatest gift one king could give another. I can't believe I'm saying this...I raised and showed labs for years...but I'm IN LOVE with this breed...more than any other I have ever met."

And in the words of one of my dog sitters, " I have never liked small dogs. But, there is something about these Bolos that has stolen my heart. You know, they talk to me."

Warmest Regards,

Gloria

Davis