Bichon Frise
Life expectancy
14 years
Age adult
10 months
Height (Shoulder height)
27 cm
Weight
4 kg
Coat texture
medium length / curly
Coat color
white
Common illnesses
patellar dislocation / eye diseases / thyroid diseases (mostly hypothyreosis) / allergies / idiopathic epilepsy / teeth problems / diabetes mellitus / kidney stones / Cushing's syndrome / Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease / shaker syndrome
Food expenses per month in €
about € 17
Suitable for children
Rather yes
Needs a garden
Rather not
Hunting motivated / needs alternative employment
Rather not
First dog suitable
Rather yes
Allergy friendly
Rather yes
Athletic
Atletic
Attention
Needs more attention
Care and grooming
Medium grooming effort
Eager to learn
Medium
Exercise
Needs more exercise
Nature
sensitive / vivacious / playful / clingy / loving
Bred for
preferred by aristocracy, companion dog
Common illnesses
patellar dislocation / eye diseases / thyroid diseases (mostly hypothyreosis) / allergies / idiopathic epilepsy / teeth problems / diabetes mellitus / kidney stones / Cushing's syndrome / Legg-Calvé-Perthes disease / shaker syndrome
Dog type according to FCI
companion and toy dogs
FCI description
Dogs of this group were not bred to fulfill a certain function (hunting, hating, ...), but to be a good companion for humans. They look very different, also character-wise they vary strongly. Many are self-confident, social and lovable. With loving education and enough species-appropriate occupation, you can find here a pleasant and faithful companion in the everyday life, who can adapt mostly well.
Short description
The Bichon Frise is a playful, social and very adaptable family-dog. He adapts well and loves walks in nature.This breed does not shed at all, but should be groomed.
This information is indicative and adheres to the breed standard. Each animal is an individual and has a personal character, as well as its own needs. Thus, a breed is not a guarantee of certain behaviors, etc.