Bichon Frise Facts: Meet the Ultimate Powder Puff Dog!
The Bichon Frise (pronounced bee SHON free ZAY, we know, it’s a mouthful!) likely descends from a type of water spaniel. People in the Mediterranean knew the breed as far back as the Middle Ages. Originally a companion for sailors and nobility alike, the Bichon has enjoyed its reign as one of the most popular lap dogs in history. Families have long loved Bichons as companion dogs because of their cheerful, even temperaments. Lately they’ve had a surge of new popularity, too, because their coats shed very little and many people with allergies do well with them. Want to know more about this frilly named little puffball? Read along for our favorite Bichon Frise facts! XO PUPS always has Bichon Frise puppies for sale, just check out our available puppies page!
It’s not all just white poofy hair and button noses for the Bichon, check out their temperament and characteristics:
- The Bichon Frise is a wonderful all around pet, playful and gentle at the same time. Bichons also get along well with other pets. Plus, most are very good with kids of all ages.
- Bichons are active dogs, but because they are small, they don’t need much room for play and exercise. They are suitable for apartment living. Bichons aren’t big barkers, which is a real plus for people who live in urban areas.
- However, they do require considerable time for the maintenance of their luxurious coats. They need grooming, bathing and trimming on a regular basis to keep mats away.
- Bichons average 8 to 12 lbs in weight and are slightly longer than they are tall. Their coats come in all white, buff and white, or apricot and white.
- In addition, they need patience and consistency with training. The Bichon is very intelligent, but sometimes that means they might not want to do what you want them to!
Those are our favorite Bichon Frise facts, and the AKC breed profile has even more. Still, nothing beats meeting one in person. Book an appointment at our Chantilly store, and ask us about the puppy package every puppy goes home with.
