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Bichon Frise

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Bichon Frise

General Description

(Bichon à poil frisé) The Bichon Frise is a small breed that bears a striking physical resemblance to the Maltese. The French name “Bichon Frisé” literally translates to the phrase “Curly lap dog”. The body of this breed is exceptionally muscled, especially throughout the lower thighs and rump. The Bichon Frise has a long neck and a well-developed chest. Their heads feature a moderate muzzle and a slightly accentuated stop. Their teeth close in a scissors bite and their round eyes are dark and possess an intelligent expression. They have a hanging pair of ears that are covered with hair. The coat of the Bichon Frise is soft, loosely curled, and virtually hypo-allergenic. This double coat is white in color and consists of a textured outer coat that is lined with a silky, fine undercoat. Cream, gray, or apricot hairs may be present.

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Character

The Bichon Frise is a loving, cheerful companion that thrives on human affection and attention. They are independent, spirited, and lively. They are very gentle and need plenty of loving care from their families. Naturally social, this breed is excellent with children and is easy to live with. They are bright, happy, and they love virtually everyone they meet. The Bichon Frise may be difficult to housebreak, but they are not yappers. Because some lines of Bichon Frises have been carelessly overbred, it’s important to do some research before selecting a specimen.

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Size

9 – 12 inches

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Weight

7 – 12 pounds

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General Health

Some lines of the Bichon Frise are prone to watery eyes, cataracts, and skin ailments. Epilepsy, ear problems, and dislocated kneecaps are also of moderate concern. The Bichon Frise can also be very sensitive to flea bites. This breed typically lives for 15 or more years. They average 4 to 5 puppies per litter.

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History

The Bichon Frise made its first appearance in the 14th century. The breed is a cross between the Barbet Water Spaniel and the Poodle. These dogs were commonly traded by Spanish sailors and became a favorite of the French royal courts of the 16th century. Although the Bichon Frise is most commonly utilized as a companion and show dog, they have a history of performing in circuses.

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Maintenance

The Bichon Frise should be groomed regularly and bathed on a monthly basis. It’s recommended that this breed be professionally groomed once a month. Hair should be kept trimmed around the eyes and ears. Eyes should be cleaned frequently. This breed sheds little to no hair and is a good companion for those that suffer from allergies.

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Ideal Environment

The Bichon Frise can live in a small household or apartment if he is exercised sufficiently. They are a fairly active breed indoors, and they are content without a yard. Because of their high energy levels, the Bichon Frise is capable of getting proper exercise on his own. They enjoy going for walks and romping in open spaces.

These dogs need training and exercise at the minimum one walk a day. Most people think they don't, but Bichons if not exercised never calm down and jump on people who come to your house.

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My 3 year old bichon frise still has several accidents in the house, we unfortunately did not receive him as a puppy so we were unable to properly train him. I need suggestions from anyone...
Our Bichon is 2yrs 8mths old. We got her as a puppy. We trained her to go outside or on a pad. She mostly goes outside. Once in a while she will go on a pad...smack in the middle. We keep a pad out if we are outside & she is in by herself. She 99.9 percent of the time waits until we take her out. We had her trained when she was a puppy. When we think she has to go potty, we say potty outside. We take her out & say potty. After she goes..we say good girl potty outside. When take her in & give her a treat. If it is bad weather out, we say potty on pad. After she goes we tell her good girl potty on pad & give her a treat. As we give her a treat, we say good girl potty outside or potty on pad. Give praise...that works the best. When your dog goes in your house. Tell your dog bad girl or boy & put the dog in a pen just for maybe 5mins or so & then let the dog out. They say if you put the dog in a pen too long they will forget why they were put in there.
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My Bichon carries her toy bear in her mouth and whimpers with it in there for like 30min has anyone heard of this and if so why do they do it?
My bichon does this with a teddy or slipper.He is looking for you to throw it so he can run after it -and not just once or twice.
My bichon also has a teddy and she does this as well, and is quite protective over him.
I don't know why they do it, but my bichon does the same exact thing after he eats. When he does this, my family knows that he has eatten and his way of talking to his bear. I am glad that I am not the only one that has a bichon that does this.
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Can you get a bichon to swim or do they naturaly hate water??
Mine has a kiddie pool that he LOVES. My parents and I will set it up during the summer and he goes in to and "swims" in a way. If he is out on his chain and the pool isn't out, he will bark til you come out of the house and get the pool out for him. He can spend a good hour out in the pool. He doesn't like baths too much nor the rain, but loves the pool.
My baby does not like the ocean but loves the beach. He doesn't mind his bath though!
my beautiful bichon loved to surf and loved the water he would jump in after out boat such spunk yet very gentle
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My bichon frise is only 3 yrs old and has already develop severe cataracts on both his eyes. He is always bumping into things and often looks very depressed. Is it normal for a bischon to get cataracts at such a young age?
If you live in S. CA (San Marcos area)there is a vet who deals with only eye problems in pets. I got a sweetie from a rescue who had damage done to her eyes (one ruptured twice) He saved almost all of her sight and she actually loves going to see him.
My bichon is about to be 4 years old and we just found out he had cataracts about a month ago. But it has very rapidly gotten worse! I think it is common in bichons to get them at at early age. It has made him bump into things and become a little aggressive towards the others.
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Lovely dogs!!!! :-)

These dogs are adorable. They love their owners so much, and r easy to care for. My dog, Princess, was soooo cute and she loved to watch the goings-on in ther house, and she would watch everybody by the back door with her sad-looking, beautiful eyes. I love dogs, especially Bichon Frises!!!!!:~)

Pros: gentle, affectionate, loves to play with kids, knows when ur sad and cheers u up!

Cons: gets dirty easily, have to be careful when holding them, otherwise none!


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Bichon Frise

They are great dogs! They have so much character. I love them!

Pros: Loving, caring, joyful, playful.

Cons: Requires a ot of grooming.


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My Bichon Frise

I love my dog muffin! he is lovable and can tell when you're down. He loves to be groomed and play in snow. Sometimes forgets he is a dog in sheep fields and gets rounded up by sheepdogs. Very calm on long car journeys, and can calm down easily when they know you dont want to play. He has never bitten anyone.

Pros: Aware of other's emotions, does not bite, fun to groom, trains easily, cuddly, adapts to new places easily, house breaking was very easy.

Cons: None!


Loving Dogs = Bichon Frise

I love my Toto very much; he is the most loving dog. I just wish he was more independent and confidant. He is afraid to be left alone even for a few minutes. He also shows submission to other dogs, regardless of their size. He walks around with a bone in his mouth for hours crying until he can find a place to "hide" it. Then he walks around for 1/2 to 1 hour crying trying to remember where he hide the bone!! I love my Toto more then I ever thought possible but I don't know if I would have gotten him if I had realized how many issues he would have.

Pros: Loves everyone, playful, not aggressive

Cons: Insecure, afraid to be alone, lot of skin problems

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