Bichon Frisé

The Bichon Frisé, also known as the Bichon à poil fries and the Bichon Tenerife, is a breed of dog in the non Sporting Group. This dog breed is most well known for its cotton ball like appearance and affectionate, lively, attitude. Throughout history the Bichon Frisé has been beloved by nobility and painters alike, and today they are an extremely popular house dog. The breed was approved by the AKC in 1988. read full article..

Bichons are very susceptible to skin problems and allergies, so good grooming practices are very important. The Bichon Frisé should be professionally groomed at least once every three months. Bichons being shown in conformation (dog shows such as the Westminster Kennel Club show) have their coat styled in the full-volume cut required by most show standards. Bichons not being shown are more often kept in a "puppy cut", which is shorter and requires less maintenance. read full article..

Although Bichons are often considered a hypoallergenic breed for people prone to dog allergies, Bichons themselves are unusually prone to allergies. Other health issues unusually common in Bichons include dental disease, patellar luxation, and cruciate ligament tears, along with bladder and kidney stones. read full article..