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Chinese Frise |
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He is not recognized by the F.C.I. |
Origin |
China <> France / Belgium -> U.S.A. | |
Translation |
Francis Vandersteen | |
This breed is also known as |
Crested Bichon
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A brief presentation of the Chinese Frise |
| The Chinese Frise is a mix of the Bichon à poil frisé and Chinese Crested Dog breeds. Both are small breeds, so the Chinese Frise will probably stand no taller than 30.5 centimeters and should weigh around 4.5 kilos on average. The Chinese Frise's coat varies according to parent breeds, although they generally have a dense layer of fine hair that can be curly or wavy and just about any color from white, red, cream, brown and black or a combination of these. They are generally happy, energetic dogs, but also good companions. |
History of the Chinese Frise |
| The Chinese Frise is a new breed, so it doesn't yet have a history. Consequently, the histories of parent breeds are used to determine the characteristics of this new hybrid. |
A little of the Chinese Crested Dog |
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| The history of the Chinese Crested Dog breed is controversial, but many believe it has been around since the 1200s and was used as a bed warmer by the Aztecs. Some think it's a cross between a Chihuahua and a Mexican hairless dog, while others claim the breed originated in Africa in the 1300s and was bought by the Chinese to barter on their trading ships. This is supposedly how the breed managed to become popular worldwide. However, there is evidence that the breed was present in China before the 1200s, so it's not certain. In the 1800s, they found evidence that the Chinese Crested Dog existed in Europe in paintings and photographs as early as the 13th century. The Chinese Crested Dog became popular in the USA when Ida Garrett, who was a breeder, introduced them to the American public. Another story claims that a famous stripper named Gypsy Rose Lee was a breeder who improved the breed. The Chinese Crested Dog was finally accepted by the American Kennel Club in 1991, where it became the 77th most popular dog breed in the USA. | ||
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| Standard of the Chinese Crested Dog | ||
A little of the Bichon Frise |
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| The Bichon Frise is thought to have existed since ancient times, some say they are descendants of the Maltese, and others believe they originated from the Miniature Spaniel and Poodle. Some stories claim that the Bichon Frise was used for barter in the 1300s by sailors from Italy. The name is thought to derive from Barbichon, which was later shortened to Bichon. They were divided into four Mediterranean categories, which were Tenerians, Maltese, Havanese and Bolognese. This breed was popular in France in the 1500s when Henri III reigned. They can be seen in paintings by Goya, who was a famous artist in Spain at the time. The breed fell out of favor for a while after the 1800s until 1933, when the official Bichon standard was established by the French Société Centrale Canine. They didn't arrive in the USA until 1956 and weren't accepted by the American Kennel Club (AKC) until 1972, where they are now the 45th most popular breed. | ||
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| Standard of the Bichon Frise |
Appearance of the Chinese Frise |
| This small breed measures around 18 to 30.5 centimeters in height and weighs around 2.5 to 6.5 kilos. They generally have a dense layer of fine hair that can be straight, wavy or even curly. Their color can be white, red, cream, brown, black or a combination of these. It's even possible for the Chinese Frise to be hairless like its parent breed, the Chinese Crested Dog, though this is not common. They have large, floppy ears, long legs and a small head with large, dark eyes. Some have shaggy fur all over their bodies, while others have shorter hair in places, and some resemble the Poodle. |
Temperament of the Chinese Frise |
| Your Chinese Frise is a good pet, but may not be perfect with young children due to its small size. If socialized early, they can get on well with other pets, but it's best if they grow up together as this breed tends to be a bit spoiled. The Chinese Frise can be difficult to train due to its stubbornness, but if you stick to the rules and are patient, your pet should eventually be agreeable. Be sure to use positive reinforcement rather than physical punishment. This breed doesn't like to be left alone and may need to be caged to avoid behavioral problems. |
Needs and activities of the Chinese Frise |
| This breed loves to play as much as any dog, but is just as happy to sit on your lap or lie on the sofa. They love to play ball and are excellent at flyball, obedience and agility competitions. However, the Chinese Frise also enjoys hiking, walking, playing Frisbee, jogging and going to the dog park. They need at least 45 to 60 minutes of vigorous exercise a day, so at least one long walk around the neighborhood or a long fishing trip should be enough to keep your dog healthy. This will prevent boredom, which can lead to behavioral problems. |
Maintenance of the Chinese Frise |
| The Chinese Frise needs frequent brushing because of its fine, dense coat. We recommend brushing them with a stiff bristle brush and metal comb at least four or five times a week to avoid matting and excessive shedding. You can bathe them if necessary, but not too often to avoid drying out the skin. Some Chinese Frise owners also take them for professional grooming every four to six months. You should also clean their ears once a week and check for redness, dirt and wax build-up. Brush your dog's teeth several times a week to avoid dental problems, and trim his nails if necessary. |
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