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Bichon Frise

Breed origin: Canary Islands off the north-west coast of Africa

AKC recognized: 1972
AKC group: Non-Sporting

Size: Height: around 9½ inches
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Color: White, sometimes with shadings of buff, cream or apricot around the ears or on the body.

Life span: 10 to 14 years.

General characteristics/temperament: The Bichon Frise is small, sturdy, cheerful, inquisitive, sensitive, affectionate, naturally gentle, and playful. He loves activity and requires regular exercise. House-training can be difficult and is the most frequently cited reason for giving up a Bichon.

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Good with children? Yes

Good with other dogs? Yes

Good with cats? Yes

Hypoallergenic? Usually considered good for allergy sufferers.

OK for inexperienced owners? Yes

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Energy/Activity Level: High/Extensive

Grooming requirement: The Bichon Frise is considered a minimal-shedding breed and tends to be better tolerated by allergy sufferers. However, their hair grows continually and extensive grooming is a must to prevent mats. Professional grooming is usually required every 4 to 6 weeks. Many owners opt to keep them in a "puppy cut" which is shorter and requires less maintenance.

Known health problems: Allergies, skin problems, bladder infections and stones, patellar luxation, LeggCalve Perthes, disk degeneration, dental diseases, eye diseases, cardiac problems, cancer, endocrine diseases, ear infections, deafness.


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Recommended books for further reading:


The Bichon Frise Handbook
By Richard G. Beauchamp
Published in 2004
160 pages

How to Train Your Bichon Frise
By Liz Palika
Published in 2000
96 pages

Bichon Frise
By Richard G. Beauchamp
Published in 2009
160 pages

A New Owner's Guide to Bichons Frises
By Andrew Mills and Mary Ellen Mills
Published in 1998
160 pages

Bichon Frise (Your Happy Healthy Pet)
By Liz Palika
Published in 2006
144 pages

The Bichon Frise
By Lexiann Grant
Published in 2006
208 pages

Guide to Owning a Bichon Frise
By Jamie Dylan
Published in 1997
64 pages

The Bichon Frise Today
By Jackie Ransom
Published in 1999
176 pages

Bichon Frise (A Comprehensive Owner's Guide)
By Juliette Cunliffe
Published in 2003
158 pages

The Truth About Bichons
By Richard G. Beauchamp
Published in 1998
150 pages

Living With a Bichon Frisé
By Maureen Reynolds
Published in 2005
128 pages

The Complete Bichon Frise
By Barbara Stubbs
Published in 1990
288 pages

The Bichon Frise (An Owner's Guide to a Happy Healthy Pet)
By Mary Vogel and Kathie D. Vogel
Published in 1996
160 pages

This Is the Bichon Frise
By Joan M. Brearley and Anna Katherine Nicholas
Published in 1975
320 pages

The World of the Bichon Frise
By Anna Katherine Nicholas
Published in 1996
256 pages

Bichon Frise
By Martin Weil
Published in 1997
224 pages

The Proper Care of Bichon Frises
By Ann Hearn
Published in 1995
256 pages

The Proper Care of Bichon Frises
By Ann Hearn
Published in 2000
256 pages

Bichon Frise (An Owner's Companion)
By Chris Wyatt
Published in 1999
224 pages

Bichon Frise
By Elaine Waldorf Gewirtz
Published in 2009
112 pages


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Other websites for additional information:

American Kennel Club breed page
Bichon Frise Club of America
Wikipedia breed information page
Bichon Frise Club of America Rescue



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