About Bichon Frise
Appearance and TemperamentWant to learn about Bichon Frise? The Bichon Frise is a delightful and very unique little dog who has many characteristics that make him stand out from other breeds.
Bichon Frise AppearanceThe ideal height of a Bichon Frise should be between 9 1/2 and 11 1/2 inches at the shoulder.There is not a specific breed weight, but most Bichon Frises range between 7 and 25 pounds with the average weight being around 15 to 16 pounds. If you would like to see the American Kennel Club's official Bichon Frise Breed Standard,
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Have your own Bichon Frise story to tell? Information about the Bichon breed to share? Share with us now... Bichons are Hypoallergenic DogsBichon Frises are small fluffy dogs and are a non shedding dog. Also known for being hypoallergenic dogs, they are great for people who have problems with allergies and even asthma.
Bichons have what is called a double coat. The undercoat is very soft and closely compacted while the outercoat is a little rougher and curly. The combination of these two coats provide a unique, luxurious and silky texture. The Bichon sheds little to no hair especially when groomed frequently. Bichon Frises do not have fur as most dog breeds do. They actually have hair.
The Bichon PersonalityNext, let's find out about Bichon Frise temperament.These small white dogs will show you exactly how they are feeling or what kind of a mood they are in by their facial expressions and body language. They carry their tail flumed high over their back when they are happy and will drag it on the ground when they are sad. They are very sensitive-so be careful about the tone of voice you use when speaking to them. A Bichon's feelings can be hurt in an instant; fortunately, he can just as quickly return to his happy mood. Another wonderful quality about Bichon Frises is that they are very gentle; they probably wouldn't even hurt a fly. But they can be courageous and are good little watchdogs. They will alert you when someone rings the doorbell or if they see another dog or cat walking down the street. Bichons are Lovers!Finally, let's not forget about Bichon Frise affectionate nature.These dogs are lovers. Bichons love to give kisses to their owners or even to strangers, for that matter. They enjoy snuggling up next to you in bed or jumping up into your lap while you watch your favorite TV show.
As you can see, the Bichon Frise is a special little dog with many loving characteristics. You can learn more about Bichon Frise dogs by reading The Insider's Guide.
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