Appearance of the Frenchie Bichon
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| Frenchie Bichons have well-balanced Bichon à poil frisé bodies, as well as many French Bulldog characteristics. They are small dogs, averaging between 6 and 10 kilos and measuring 25.5 to 30.5 centimeters. The Frenchie Bichon doesn't have the full coat of its curly-haired Bichon relative, however, its coat is of medium length and relatively soft with a slight wave. Frenchie Bichons vary considerably in color and can be any combination of apricot, buff, cream, white or fawn with a possible brindle pattern and ticked markings. They have "bat" or slightly erect ears, well-coated medium-length tails and a solid French Bulldog stance. Frenchie Bichons have gentle, tender expressions, with round, dark eyes and short muzzles that end in a black nose. |
Temperament of the Frenchie Bichon
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| These happy dogs are naturally affectionate and cheerful. Frenchie Bichons can be territorial towards their owners and toys, but not aggressively so. They tend to stay by their owners' side outside the house, but play enthusiastically with other humans and furry friends when indoors. Frenchie Bichons are also intelligent and attention-seeking, making them excellent at learning commands and tricks to perform for their admiring audience. However, their intelligence sometimes makes them stubborn. As such, early and consistent training, as well as patience, is essential to raising a well-bred Frenchie Bichon. Nevertheless, this breed makes an excellent pet for apartment or city living due to its small size, manageable exercise requirements and relatively easy maintenance. Frenchie Bichons also like to snuggle and receive attention from their owners, but are not known for being needy. On the whole, Frenchie Bichons are happiest in the company of others, but they are also content to sit in a dog bed and chew on a toy. |
Needs and activities of the Frenchie Bichon
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| The Frenchie Bichon is a well-balanced breed that loves to play and relax in equal measure. As such, they only require an average of 30 minutes of daily exercise. They enjoy short walks and occasional outings to the dog park. They also like to romp indoors with other puppies and members of their human family. Otherwise, you'll find this breed curled up on the sofa or spread out in a sunspot. When feeling affectionate, Frenchie Bichons will happily sit and doze on their owners' laps. This breed is well suited to all climates, as it is primarily an indoor pet. Note, however, that Frenchie Bichons should not be exercised in extremely hot or extremely cold conditions. |
Maintenance of the Frenchie Bichon
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| Frenchie Bichons are minimal excretors and don't require much grooming. Depending on the coat, a pair of scissors may sometimes be needed to keep the coat in shape. They are not hypoallergenic, but produce fewer allergens than your typical dog due to their curly-haired Bichon heritage. These puppies are particularly prone to plaque build-up, so it's extremely important for owners to brush their dogs' teeth every day to avoid gum disease and tooth loss. Owners should not bathe their Frenchie Bichons more than once a month, otherwise they risk drying out their dog's coat. Finally, owners should trim their Frenchie Bichons' nails once or twice a month and check their ears regularly. |
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