Bichon Frise Dog Breed Information
- AKA:Tenerife Dog, Bichon Tenerife, Bichon a poil Frise
- Size:Small
- Ease of Training:Medium
- Grooming:High
- Shedding:Low
- Exercise Needed:Occasional walk
- Energy Level:Medium
- Protection:Will bark
- Good with Children:Yes, with older and more considerate children
- Health Clearances:OFA, CERF
- Weight:7-12 lbs
- Height:9.5-11.5 inches
- Coat Colour:white, may have cream shadings
Bichon Frise Coat
The Bichon Frise has a loosely curled outer coat, which is lined with a soft, silky undercoat. This double coat breed is typically all white is color as an adult, but may exhibit cream, apricot, or gray hairs as puppies. They are non-shedding and considered to by hypoallergenic. The Bichon Frises coat should not be wiry or overly soft.
Bichon Frise Character
The Bichon Frise is lively and animated. They adore being part of a family. Their cheerful attitude is a true measure of this breed. They love to play but are not hyperactive. They thrill on constant human interaction. The Bichon Frise is a delightful and amusing companion.
Bichon Frise Temperament
The Bichon Frise has an extremely appealing nature. They are highly social and are at their absolute best as full members of a family. They get along very well with other dogs and pets, and are excellent with children. They make good watchdogs and will bark to alert their family to visitors or danger. This breed is inquisitive and energetic, dignified and charming.
Bichon Frise Care
The Bichon Frise requires frequent grooming. They are known as a high maintenance breed. Daily brushing is a must, as their coat tends to mat very easily. Professional grooming every four weeks is recommended to keep them looking their very best. They are prone to skin problems, allergies, ear infections, and deafness. Dental hygiene is extremely important to prevent tooth loss. They are sensitive to fleabites. The Bichon Frise is a breed that does not like to be left alone for extended periods of time and will suffer separation anxiety.
Bichon Frise Activity
This breed is able to fulfill their exercise needs by adapting themselves to family activities. However, this is not a breed for a sedentary lifestyle. They enjoy daily walks and play sessions. They are well suited to apartment living provided appropriate exercise is given. The Bichon Frise loves to run and play in a securely fenced yard.
Bichon Frise Health and Life Expectancy
The Bichon Frise has a life expectancy of around 14 years. A number of health problems and disorders are associated with this breed, and this includes luxating patella, epilepsy, cataracts, bleeding disorders, allergies, and bladder stones. The parents of your Bichon Frise puppy should have OFA and CERF certificates.
Latest Bichon Frise Dogs for adoption
Lara - Female Shih Tzu Cross Bichon Frise
- Somerset
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
27-02-2024 Lara is a very sweet girl who has been returned as she was very scared of the adult son in the house and couldn't settle. She has been very loved in her previous home after initially arrivi
Follow - Female Bichon Frise
- Vale Of Glamorgan
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
16-08-2023 Follow is a darling girl who has come to us from a breeder. Follow could be rehomed with her friend LONDON but will need a resident dog if she isadopted alone. She is a scared girl who hide
Dimple - Female Bichon Frise
- Carmarthenshire
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
17-04-24 This sweetheart is Dimple. She has come from her breeder to find a loving home.She has an old scar on her head that needs no treatment. She is a scared girl who is looking for a calm and quie
Beattle - Male Bichon Frise
- West Midlands
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
31-08-2023 Beattle is a gorgeous but timid boy who has come to us from a breeder to find his forever home. He is quite unsure of our intentions at the moment and can be quite frantic to pick up initia
London - Female Bichon Frise
- Vale Of Glamorgan
Adoption fee: Please check with the rescue
16-06-23 London is a sweet but shy girl who has come from her breeder to find a loving home. LOndon could be rehomed with her friend FOLLOW but if not she will need another resident dog in the home. S