Finding the right dog breed for your lifestyle, could be no further than the Bichon Frise.
When you are considering bringing a dog into your home, you should first evaluate your home and lifestyle before narrowing the search down. You might be drawn to a particular dog breed that will not work with your lifestyle for one reason or another. Here are is some information on the popular Bichon Frise, who knows this might be the perfect dog breed for you.
The Bichon is a popular dog breed for many reasons. Among the most popular reason is their fur. The Bichon Frise is a hypoallergenic dog. This means, the majority of individuals that have a dog dander allergy will not have an allergy to a Bichon Frise.
In general, a Bichon Frise loves to be in the company of humans and are great with other pets as well. They have an unbelievable temperament. The Bichon Frise is also a very intelligent dog breed. They learn very fast and catch on to what is expected of them fairly quickly. However, they can become aggressive if they are not taught early on that they are not the leader of the family. You do not necessarily have to be harsh with training this dog breed, however you do need to be consistent with training.
The Bichon Frise is generally a well mannered dog breed. They love to be the center of attention, playing or relaxing on the couch with their master. Many Bichon Frises are happiest when they are with someone, it really doesnt matter to them what they are doing. If want a smaller dog breed that will love to be around you, even if you are going for a ride to the store to get milk, the Bichon might be the dog breed you are looking for.
The grooming needs for this dog breed are slightly demanding. It is recommended the Bichon have a full grooming session every 6-8 weeks throughout the year. Because the Bichon Frise is prone to tear stains near the eyes you should wipe the eyes frequently throughout the day.
There are a few ailments you should know about before you adopt a Bichon Frise. This dog breed is prone to dislocated knee caps, epilepsy, cataracts and skin and ear issues. This dog breed typically has allergic reactions to flea bites. Extra precautions should be taken to ensure the Bichon does not get bit by fleas, which can also lead to many other health issues.
The Bichon is a great dog for homes with children because they love to get exercise. These breed can keep up with the most active household without missing a beat! However, if you are more of a laid back household, you can bring your Bichon for two walks a day and it will be just as happy. The Bichon will make sure it gets enough exercise with or without you. They will often run around the house in short spurts, so you do not have to bring them running in the park. Although, a little exercise could bring you closer to your Bichon.
