Dog breed · Non-sporting / Utility
Bichon Frise
A cheerful white companion that suits apartments and families, provided the coat is professionally maintained.
Small14–16 yearsMediterranean / Spain and FranceCan suit apartments
Breed characteristics
- Group
- Non-sporting / Utility
- Origin
- Mediterranean / Spain and France
- Size
- Small
- Weight
- 5–8 kg (11–18 lb)
- Height
- 23–30 cm
- Lifespan
- 14–16 years
- Coat
- Curly, soft, low-shedding double coat
- Temperament
- MerryAffectionatePlayfulAdaptable
History
A bichon-type dog carried on Mediterranean trade routes and long favoured by European courts.
Appearance
Round, powder-puff outline, pure white with dark eyes and nose.
Exercise and activity
Thirty to sixty minutes daily plus play.
Care and grooming
Brush daily and groom every four to six weeks; the coat mats quickly and painfully.
Health considerations
- Allergies and atopic dermatitis
- Bladder stones
- Patellar luxation
- Dental disease
- Cataracts