Human orientation
High score for people-orientation: Bichon Frize is usually closely related to its owner. Individual dogs may vary.
THE PAW CATALOG
Bichon Frize
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History of the Bichon Frize breed
Origin: France and Belgium
The Bichon Frize is descended from Mediterranean water spaniels. Sailors took them with them, and as companions they were valued by the nobility, in particular Henry III of England and the French kings. Later, they performed in circuses. The French wrote the first standard in 1933, and the AKC recognized the breed in 1973.
Bichon Frize is a small fluffy white companion with curly fur. Playful, affectionate and very attached to people. Requires regular brushing, grooming and attention to teeth and skin.
SizeMala
OriginFrance and Belgium
Life is nearby
Suitable for living in an apartment. Lives only in the house, not on the street. May suffer from separation anxiety and bark loudly when alarmed, but is not a watchdog.
Walks
Moderate energy: two 30-minute walks a day and games at home are usually sufficient. With training, a dog can run several kilometers. The load of puppies and elderly dogs is adjusted with the veterinarian.
Training
Willing to please and learns well, especially with approval and treats. Toilet training can be slow. Early socialization helps, because some lines are shy.
Care
The coat is not lazy, but needs brushing at least once a week, preferably daily, and a professional haircut every 4-8 weeks. Claws are regularly trimmed, ears and teeth are cleaned.
Children
Usually gets along well with children. Due to its small size, an adult monitors the contact, and the child is explained the rules of careful play.
Other animals
Usually friendly to other dogs and animals if socialized. Acquaintances with large dogs are carried out carefully.
Peculiarities of the breed
Estimates help compare breeds. For zooaggression, 5/5 means less tendency to aggression towards dogs. The behavior and health of a particular dog depend on many factors.
Training
The trainability of the Bichon Frize breed is high with a consistent approach: short lessons, treats and patience give results, pressure slows it down.
Zooaggression
High score: the breed usually gets along well with other dogs. Due to their small size, contact with large dogs is controlled.
Health and reproductive risks
In the British cohort, the median lifespan of the breed was 12.5 years. Among the described breed risks: dislocation of the patella, cataracts, allergic skin diseases, eye diseases. The examination of the parents is confirmed with the veterinarian.
Ease of care
Low rating: The thick, curly coat is brushed daily or several times a week and regularly trimmed by a groomer.
Health
Dislocation of the patella
Patella dislocation is mentioned as a possible risk. Signs: periodic limping or "jumping" on the hind leg. Diagnosis and treatment are prescribed by a veterinarian.
Cataract
Cataracts are mentioned as a possible risk. Eye examinations are included in the routine examinations, and the results of the parents' test should be requested from the breeder.
Allergic skin diseases
Allergic skin diseases occur in breeds. Symptoms: itching, redness, licking paws. Diagnosis and treatment are prescribed by a veterinarian.
Eye diseases
Eye diseases in general and dental diseases are common in small breeds. Teeth are cleaned regularly, and eyes are examined; heart diseases are also described.
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