The first
things you may notice about a Bichon Frise are his two round black eyes and black
button-like nose. They tend to stand out amidst all those white curls. There are
a lot of curls too. Being partly descended from a poodle will do that to you.
The adorable stubby legs and small frame must have more to do with the Barbet
water spaniel side. Funky hairdos aside, poodles do have some nice gams.
Also
like Poodles, you will happen across many a Bichon Frise dressed up like a Precious
Moments figurine. Ribbons, and bows, and nail polish, oh my! These are most assuredly
the dogs you buy the dainty, sparkly collars for. Imagine one of those foo-foo
pieces on a Rottweiler...poor dog would never be taken seriously again.
The
Frise Stats
Instead of foot-long, think foot-high. The Bichon Frise grows
to a mighty twelve inches for a male, and eleven inches for the female. It may
not be by much, but he still get the be the big dog at home. And weight? Not to
say these are light dogs, but collegic track and field competitors throw heavier
shot puts than a Bichon Frise. The typical weight is between seven and twelve
pounds.
Their coat is not very long at all, approximately three or four
inches and is basically hypo-allergenic. This is good news for those who suffer
from allergies. To be on the safe side, before buying a Bichon Frise pup ask the
breeder if you can spend a few hours around the dogs. You should be able to tell
in a short amount of time how you will react. Also make a point to ask your groomer
what types of products they use; sometimes it is the shampoo, not the animal that
triggers allergies.
One of the few possible down sides to owning a Bichon
Frise is the required maintenance on their coats. If you choose to let it grow
out, those curls can become gnarled and matted pretty quickly without weekly brushing.
Two or three times a week is better, if feasible. Some owners opt for the relatively
low-maintenance puppy cut. The coat is kept trimmed close to the skin.
Sometimes
a Bichon Frise can have small black or brown splotches appear on his skin. Stop
worrying; your baby does not have skin cancer. This is completely normal. It is
better than normal actually; is a sign of good pigmentation in the dog’s skin.
When puppies, some may have apricot-colored markings. Again, it is fine. They
will disappear upon the Bichon Frise entering adulthood.
The Bichon Frise
is not only delightful in disposition and personality, but is also just as adorable
in appearance. They look as sweet and bouncy as they act. You want to make sure
they stay well-groomed and brushed to help keep them in a good mood. No one feels
chipper on a bad hair day. Each Bichon Frise pup has its own unique personality,
just like you. Discovering and experiencing the personality
of the Bichon Frise can truly be a most wonderful experience.
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