The Bichon Frise is a small, cheerful toy breed with a fluffy white coat and a playful, affectionate personality. They are known for their hypoallergenic coat and their ability to get along with every...
23–30 cm
3–5 kg
12–15 years
Very high — professional grooming every 4–6 weeks is essential
Moderate — 30–45 minutes daily
Mediterranean (popularised in France)
Dense, curly, hypoallergenic
Small
Cheerful, affectionate, playful, gentle, sensitive
Exercise: Moderate — 30–45 minutes daily. Short walks and play sessions. They are active indoors and enjoy games.
Grooming: Very high — professional grooming every 4–6 weeks is essential. Daily brushing at home to prevent matting of the dense curly coat.
Coat: Dense, curly, hypoallergenic
Known health issues
Patellar luxation, bladder stones, allergies, dental disease, cataracts, liver shunt
Origin
Mediterranean (popularised in France)
Size category
Small
The Bichon Frise is a small, cheerful toy breed with a fluffy white coat and a playful, affectionate personality. They are known for their hypoallergenic coat and their ability to get along with everyone. They thrive on companionship and do not like being left alone.
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