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Bichomo |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
France / Belgium <> U.S.A. -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen |
A brief presentation of the Bichomo |
| The Bichomo is a small dog that was created as a hybrid breed with the Bichon à poil frisé and the American Eskimo Dog as parents. They will stay small, usually reaching around less than 30.5 centimeters in height. They are fairly active, but because of their small size, they live well in an apartment or other small home, as long as they get enough exercise. For this breed, between 30 and 45 minutes of activity a day will be sufficient. These are hypoallergenic dogs that don't shed much, and also have low levels of drool and odor. Although too small and cute to be true guard dogs, this loyal hybrid breed is alert and will make a good watchdog. |
History of the Bichomo |
| The history of the Bichomo breed is not documented, as it is a recent hybrid breed. |
A little of the Bichon frise |
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| The Bichon Frise has been around since the 13th century and is thought to be descended from the Poodle and the Barbet Water Spaniel. The breed was introduced worldwide when it was traded by Spanish sailors. By the 16th century, the breed had made its way to France, where it became a popular choice among the French royal courts. They became popular circus dogs and organ grinder pets in the 19th century. The breed lost numbers after the First World War, but with some effort was finally stabilized. | ||
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| Standard of the Bichon frise | ||
A little of the American Eskimo Dog |
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| The American Eskimo Dog has a different history. They are one of the Spitz families of Nordic breeds. These dogs were first known as German Spitzes, until they made their way to America. During World War I, anti-German sentiment spread and the name was changed to American Eskimo Dog. This name was chosen because the breed was registered with the United Kennel Club by Mr. and Mrs. F.M. Hall in 1913, and the name of their kennel was the American Eskimo. They are now known as a separate breed from the German Spitz, but are still very closely related. These two breeds are highly talented and intelligent dogs that have recently been bred together to create the Bichomo. | ||
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| Presentation of the American Eskimo Dog |
Appearance of the Bichomo |
| Bichomos are dogs that will have physical characteristics of both parent breeds. They will have a compact body with a robust appearance and a round head that has a noticeable stop leading to a medium-sized muzzle. Their tail will either be a sickle or curled more tightly. These adorable little dogs will have long bodies and short legs. They have open nostrils on their black noses, and their friendly eyes are round and alert. These dogs have soft, silky ears that will hang over the sides of their faces or fold upwards. Their teeth will meet in a scissor bite and they will have thick but soft coats of medium length. The coat will be slightly wavy or curly and can be found in the color of white or cream. For more indication of what this breed will look like, we can consider the appearance of the Bichon à poil frisé and the American Eskimo Dog. |
Temperament of the Bichomo |
| Like some other small dog breeds, they may have trouble getting used to potty training, but with patience they'll catch on. They are attentive to their environment and will inform you of anything that happens outside their home. As a result, they make good watchdogs, but with their small size and non-aggressive nature, they won't be very intimidating watchdogs. The Bichomo is a friendly breed that gets along with people of all ages and loves to play with children. |
Needs and activities of the Bichomo |
| In terms of personality, this breed will also be a cross between the Bichon à poil frisé and the American Eskimo Dog. They will be intelligent and easy to train. To ensure that your dog's intelligence doesn't get the best of you, it must be properly socialized and training must start at an early age. It's important that you discover how to communicate properly with your pet and develop trust and a bond with him. Keep your training consistent and clearly state your position as pack leader, but remain positive and loving. |
Maintenance of the Bichomo |
| As this breed has ears that hang or fall off, it will be important to clean them every week. When cleaning, be sure to look for any strange smells or discharges. Their coats will always need regular grooming, even if they don't shed much. Groom them carefully twice a week to keep their coats clean and free of tangles and debris. Bathe the Bichomo only when necessary, as excessive bathing can remove the coat's natural protective oils. Like all other breeds, these dogs will need their teeth brushed regularly. Once or twice a week will suffice at the very least, but every day is better. Trim your dog's nails when necessary, which will probably be once or twice a month. Your dog may need it less often if he wears himself out, but if you can hear it clicking on the floor as your dog walks, he's definitely overdue. |
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