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Description: The Bichon Frise is considered to be
a toy dog. This dog will range in height at the
shoulder from 9 to 12 inches and will weigh 7 to
12 pounds. Although this dog is small, it has a
sturdy build. The Bichon always has a white coat,
with perhaps a touch of apricot or cream shading
around the ears. The coat is soft and silky and
curly. The coat is 3 to 4 inches long and is
considered to be hypoallergenic. The Bichon is a
long-lived breed and can attain 15 years or more,
the oldest on record having lived until the age
of 19.

History: The Bichon Frise is an old breed, with
references to it from the 1200s. This dog has its
ancestry in the Poodle and Barbet Water Spaniel.
Because of its happy nature, attractive
appearance, and small size, the Bichon was used
as an item of barter by Spanish sailors during
this time. It was by this means that it found its
way to France, and by the 1500s was a member of
the French court. Because the Bichon enjoys
learning how to do tricks, it has also be used in
circuses and as a helper to organ grinders.

Temperament: The Bichon Frise was developed
exclusively to be a companion dog, and this is
reflected in its cheerful and merry disposition.
This dog is made for close relationships with
people and is excellent with children. As
mentioned above, the Bichon will do well learning
tricks, but will not be so dependable with
obedience training. It gets along well with other
dogs and household pets. It can be difficult to
housebreak.

Health Issues: The Bichon Frise has a tendency to
developing cancer, especially in its later years.
This breed can also suffer from a condition known
as liver shunts. This condition can be corrected
surgically if caught early, so keen observation
and perhaps testing of a young Bichon might be in
order. The Bichon can also develop cataracts and
epilepsy. The skin is sensitive to flea bites.

Grooming: One look at the luxuriant coat of the
Bichon Frise will tell you that this dog needs
daily grooming. The coat must be brushed every
day to prevent tangles and matting. The coat
should also be clipped and trimmed regularly. The
Bichon can be bathed anywhere from once a week to
once a month, depending on how dirty the coat has
become. Some owners give their Bichon Frise a
puppy cut for convenience. The ears should be
checked daily and dried and cleaned if necessary.

Living Conditions: The Bichon Frise is a house
dog that needs to be with its family. This dog
will suffer from separation anxiety if left alone
for long periods. As the Bichon Frise is
relatively frisky and playful in the house, much
of its exercise needs can be met this way. A
daily walk of moderate length will satisfy any
addition exercise requirements. This dog should
not be taken on long walks. The Bichon Frise is
unsuitable for any outdoor living conditions.

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