Bichon Frise Picture

If you have never seen a Bichon Frise in your life and therefore have no idea how this dog looks, you can browse for a Bichon Frise Picture gallery and study images you like better. These dogs have a very expressive appearance, so odds are it will not even take as much as a glance at a living Bichon to properly judge about the dog’s disposition. The dog’s merry and mischievous eyes do fully reflect the dog’s vivacious and bouncy temperament.

The Bichon Frise is a small white-coated dog, and his shoulder height is 9-12 inches. These dogs are renowned for their prodigious double-coat, which looks particularly luxurious when groomed properly. Without grooming, these dogs may look pretty shabby, because the coat mats easily. The outer coat is soft and curly, and it is very reminiscent of that of the Poodle. As the Bichon and the Poodle are both descendants of the Barbet (water spaniel), in many ways they look very similar. In order to better see the similarities and the differences, it is advisable to take a look at a Bichon Frise Picture and then at a Poodle picture.

The Bichion Frise is a healthy and long-lived breed of dogs. Bichons live 13-15 years, and rarely go down with hereditary diseases. However, some lines show proneness to orthopedic disorders, such as hip dysplasia and patella luxation (improper location of the kneecap), which usually results in lameness. In severe cases, these defects can be disabling and crippling. Some species are susceptible to eye problems (Cataracts and Progressive Retinal Atrophy). Dogs with hereditary disorders should not be bred. Responsible breeders usually provide hefty information about their pedigreed dogs, their health and status on their websites and personal webpages. There you can also find numerous Bichon Frise Pictures.

Bichon Frise dogs are lovely companions. They are crazy about active game, and enjoy all sorts of interaction. The Bichon Frise is an excellent playmate, so he can get on well with children, other dogs and even non-canine pets. Bichons are non-sporting dogs, so they do not make good guardians. Needless to say, they are too small to stand up against a potential intruder. They are people-oriented by nature, and are not suspicious of strangers at all. Usually, it takes as little as a few minutes of interaction for a guest to gain trust of a Bichon Frise. If you have read some information about this dog or studied a Bichon Frise Picture gallery, or have had a playing session with a Bichon, it is very likely that you will want to have a Bichon in your own house!