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Description: The Bichon Frise is a small, sturdy, white powder puff of a dog whose merry temperament is evident by their plumed tail carried jauntily over their back. The Bichon's coat puffs out all over, rather than hanging down. They are small, sturdy dogs that are slightly larger than a Maltese. The ears are set high on the head and drop down, if ever you could see them in the poil frise (curly coat). Bichon Frise (Bichons) love to be the center of attention and are always eager to please. This Tenerife Dog is a bouncy, friendly dog that will exercise with their owner to the end. Bichons are perky, playful and friendly to all. They are affectionate, responsive, and are apt to cuddling. They make a delightful and amusing companion. Used in the show ring often, their coats require much grooming and intricate care to maintain the accepted puffy appearance. Bichon a Poil Frises can often be seen in doggy beauty parlors. Although they are small and appear high maintenence, Norwegian farmers have recently discovered that this breed can be trained to round up sheep! The Bichon is also free of skin problems, as many small white-haired dogs are not. Gentle-mannered, sensitive, and very playful the Bichon Frise is good with children and other pets.
Temperament: The Bichon is a most appealing little white dog that loves human company. It has an independent spirit, is intelligent, affectionate, bold and lively. This charming, gentle dog is not a yapper. It has a self-assured, happy temperament that is easy to live with. These bright little dogs are easy to train and just plain old love everyone. They need people to be happy. They are naturally sociable and are happiest when they are part of a family that takes them everywhere. This sociable trait also means that they are fine in the company of other dogs & pets and are excellent with children. Used as watchdogs and to perform tricks, this breed is competitive and obedient.
Type: Companion Dog; Non-Sporting Dog
Height: 9 - 12 inches. Weight:: Males: 11 - 16 lbs.; Females: 7 - 15 lbs.
Colors: White, cream or apricot up to 18 months of age. Can be buff, cream or apricot around the face and ears, but all white is desirable.
Coat: Long and loosely curled, puffing outward from the body all over, rather than hanging down. Their coat is double layered, and there is a profuse amount of hair on the head, beard, mustache, ears and tail.
With Children: Yes, exceptionally good with children. The Bichon Frise does very well with in a family environment.
With Pets: Yes. Bichons are very willing to play with other animals, even dogs twice their size.
Watch-dog: High. These dogs are aware of their surroundings, & may bark a lot to get attention or to warn.Guard-dog: Very Low. Bichon Frises are very small dogs that are friendly to everyone, and are therefore likely to play with bigger animals or strangers rather than fight them off.
Care and Training: The Bichon Frise requires daily coat care. These Tenerife Dogs require brushing, periodic trimming, and regular bathing. Trim around the eyes and ears with blunt nosed scissors. Clean the eyes to prevent staining. Cleaning gums and teeth is important as well, as Bichons tend to acquire tartar and gum infection. Tenerife Bichons are also hypoallergenic. For the show quality grooming, a specific hair cut is required by the groomer. As for simply pet-owners, the "puppy cut" will suffice. Most of their exercise needs can be met with just playing, but they do love to walk and romp in open areas. Bichon Frises will exercise as long as the owner can stand, and are happy to do so.
Learning Rate: Very High. Obedience - High. Problem Solving - Very High.
Activity: Outdoors - Medium. Indoors - Very High.
Living Environment: An apartment is fine if daily walks are given. An owner of a Bichon Frise should be patient, consistent and be able to take time to train, exercise and socialize them. Bichon Frise do well with the elderly or disabled, as well as children. Bichon Frises are very good family dogs.
Health Issues: Bichon Frises are fairly healthy dogs, but some common health concerns include luxating patellas, bladder problems, block tear ducts, skin ailments, cancer and autoimmune disease, as well as cataracts and epilepsy.
Life Span: 12 - 16 years, although some have been known to live up to 21 years.
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