Information on Bichon Frise

The Bichon Frise is a member of the non-sporting group of dogs. This active breed is a pleasant companion dog that works well with individuals as well as families. They also make good pets for allergy sufferers because of their hypoallergenic coats.

  1. Breed History

    • The Bichon Frise is a descendant of the water spaniel. During the 13th century, Spanish sailors transported the breed from its native Mediterranean home to various other European countries.

    Nature

    • The Bichon Frise is an extremely happy and cheerful dog breed that loves to play. They are also very loving and affectionate with their owners.

    Size

    • The Bichon Frise is a small and compact dog breed with muscular, medium-boned legs. It typically measures between 9 /12 and 11/12 inches in length.

    Coat

    • The coat of the Bichon Frise is dense, curled and pure white in color. It is also soft to the touch. The outer coat is coarse, while the undercoat is soft and silky.

    Maintenance

    • The Bichon Frise has a coat that grows steadily and without shedding. Therefore, you must groom and trim the coat regularly to remain in good condition.