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| Breed Description Of Bichon's |
Family: bichon, companion, water dog
Area of Origin: France
Original Function: companion, performer
Today's Function: companion
Avg Size of male: Height: 9.5-11.5 Weight: 11-16
Avg Size of Female: Height: 9.5-11.5 Weight: 10-15
Temperament
Perky, bouncy and playful, the bichon frise's happy-go-lucky outlook endears it to all. It is friendly toward strangers and other dogs and pets, and it is very good with children. It is sensitive, responsive and affectionate, as eager to cuddle as it is to play. It can bark a plenty.
Upkeep
Although small, the bichon is an active dog and needs daily exercise. Its needs can be met with a vigorous indoor game or, better, a romp in the yard or a short walk on leash. The white powder-puff coat needs brushing and combing every other day, plus scissoring and trimming every two months. It doesn't shed, but the loose hairs become entangled in the coat and can mat. These are the dogs for people with allergies, as these dogs are hypo-allergenic. With that and being a non-shedding dog, they make wonderful pets!
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