Still other historians believe that Spanish seamen brought the breed to Tenerife and, in the 14th century, Italian (rather than French) sailors brought them back to the continent. It's thought that Bichon Frise dogs had been taken there by traders who used the Phoenician trade route, and that the Bichon Frise originally developed in Italy. The earliest records of the Bichon Frise breed date from the 13th century, when French sailors brought the dogs home from Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands. All originated in the Mediterranean and have a similar look and disposition. The Barbichon family of dogs includes the Bichon Frise, the Bolgnese, the Coton de Tulear, the Havanese, and the Maltese. The breed is a descendent of the Barbet Water Spaniel and the Poodle. It’s important to teach these dogs a stop barking command while they are very young.The Bichon Frise dates back as far as the 13th century. They are also barkers, and they have a shrill, high-pitched bark that will let you know when someone new is arriving. Separation anxiety may result in crying, chewing, barking, and other problematic behavior. Since they love people so much, they do deal with separation anxiety if they are left alone too long. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to house train this breed, so buyers may want to have Bichon Frises trained by a breeder before they bring the dog home. Since they perform well in formal training settings, they can easily be trained to perform advanced tricks.Įven first time dog owners will do well with a Bichon Frise, since they are easy going and they get along great with other people and animals.
No force is necessary when training Bichon Frises, and using force can actually damage the psyche of these dogs. They do well with treats and positive reinforcement.
The breed is also very easy to train, since they love pleasing their owners. For this reason, they are great for apartment dwellers and elderly individuals. A bit of play time and a couple walks will be fine for this small breed. Bichon Frises don’t need a lot of activity. They enjoy going places and love going with people on drives, runs, walks, and more. Since the breed is very easy to live with, they will bring a smile to the face of anyone. These dogs love being around people, and they are great with children as well.
The Bichon Frise is well known for its merry temperament and inquisitive nature. Photo by mrRobot at – (Creative Commons BY 2.0) Bichon Frises generally weigh from 7 to 12 pounds as adults. These small dogs are usually only 9 to 11 inches high at their shoulder. Instead of lying flat against their body, these dogs have hair that puffs out, giving them an appearance that is soft and fluffy like a cotton ball. They have a coarse topcoat and a soft, thick undercoat. The breed features a double coat that gives them a unique texture. While the Bichon Frise only comes in white, some dogs may have some shocks of buff or cream hair on their body or around their ears. They have a plumed tail that hangs over their back. The dogs have black noses and expressive, dark eyes that contrast with their brilliantly white coats. However, Bichon Frises that aren’t shown often have their coat clipped a bit shorter. When they are shown in the ring, they are trimmed so they have a round look. These dogs are generally white with loosely curled, thick white coats. The Bichon Frise is small and has a cute “powder puff” look that many people find adorable. Photo by Natalie Simmon at – (Creative Commons BY ND 2.0
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