Bichon Frise

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Size: Small
Other Names: Bichon Tenerife, Bichon à poil frisé
Country of Origin: Spain / Belgium (was then taken into France)
Accreditation:
American Kennel Club (AKC): Non-Sporting
Canadian Kennel Club (CKC): Non-Sporting
United Kennel Club (UKC): Companion Dog
Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC): Toys
The Kennel Club (KC): Toy
Kennel Union of Southern Africa (KUSA): Toy
National Kennel Club (NKC): Recognized
New Zealand Kennel Club (NZKC): Toy

The Bichon Frise is a small, sturdy breed of dog, similar in appearance to, but larger than, the Maltese. He has a black nose and dark eyes, and its white fur consists of a curly outer coat and a silky undercoat. A small amount of buff or cream color may be seen around its ears or on its body. The head and legs are proportionate in size to the body, and ears and tail are natural (not docked or cropped). Often the coat is trimmed to make the fur seem even in length.

A small apartment companion whose white coat is regular salon work; usually sociable and only moderately vocal if not left lonely.

The Bichon Frise, French for "curly lap dog", may have descended from the Barbet or Water Spaniel, and Poodle.

Height: 9-12 inches
Weight: 10-18 pounds
Color: White
Coat: Curly outer coat with a silky undercoat
Lifespan: 14–15 years
Litter size: 4–6 puppies

Temperament

Merry. The Bichon Frise is feisty, playful, and can be affectionate.

Training

Bichon Frises are obedient and easily trained.

Care and grooming

The Bichon Frise requires frequent brushing, trimming, and bathing. Daily grooming prevents tangles and creates a puffier coat. To prevent matting, the coat should be kept clean, brushed thoroughly before bathing, and brushed and completely dried after bathing. Excess hair should be removed regularly from ears and between foot pads. The Bichon Frise’s nails grow at a fast to moderate rate, so should be cut regularly. The hair on the face of a Bichon Frise should be kept clean and trimmed, as eye discharge and mucus tend to accumulate in the hair that grows in front of their eyes.

Shedding

Low if the coat is kept trimmed; loose hair is caught in the curls.

Health

Bichon Frises may develop patellar luxation, dental disease, bladder stones, and skin or ear allergies. Regular dental care and coat grooming help prevent common problems.

Crosses that include the Bichon Frise

These hybrid pages list this breed as a parent. Open a name to see the other contributing breed.

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