Breed Info - Bichon Frise
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Overview
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Breed Group
Non sporting Size Small How much exercise? Up to 30 minutes per day Length of coat Medium How much grooming? Every day |
Sheds?
Yes Town or Country Either Type of home Apartment Minimum Garden Size None Lifespan Over 12 Years |
Description
Playful, curious, peppy
The Bichon Frise is said to come from the Mediterranean area. The breed is also known as the ‘Tenerife Dog’ because sailors allegedly found him on that island in the fourteenth century, fell for his charms and took him back to France.
He was recognised by the French Kennel Club in 1934 though his recognition in Britain did not occur until after both America and Canada had entered him on their registers in the 1970s. There are several members of the Bichon family and portraits painted centuries ago depict small white dogs so similar in type they must surely have been his ancestors.
A happy little dog who thrives on being the centre of attention, the Bichon Frise is a complete extrovert, full of confidence and intelligence. He loves companionship and has a deep regard for his family, of which he soon becomes an integral part, and he shows his appreciation of all home comforts.
Potential owners must remember that the Bichon Frise does require a considerable amount of grooming to maintain his glamorous image.
Playful, curious, peppy
The Bichon Frise is said to come from the Mediterranean area. The breed is also known as the ‘Tenerife Dog’ because sailors allegedly found him on that island in the fourteenth century, fell for his charms and took him back to France.
He was recognised by the French Kennel Club in 1934 though his recognition in Britain did not occur until after both America and Canada had entered him on their registers in the 1970s. There are several members of the Bichon family and portraits painted centuries ago depict small white dogs so similar in type they must surely have been his ancestors.
A happy little dog who thrives on being the centre of attention, the Bichon Frise is a complete extrovert, full of confidence and intelligence. He loves companionship and has a deep regard for his family, of which he soon becomes an integral part, and he shows his appreciation of all home comforts.
Potential owners must remember that the Bichon Frise does require a considerable amount of grooming to maintain his glamorous image.
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