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15 Surprising Facts You Didn’t Know About Bichon Frises

Published: Apr 20, 2018 by Annette Bondar · This post may contain affiliate links

It's no secret that Bichon Frises are the happiest and most enthusiastic companion you'll ever have. But there are more to them that you didn't know. Here are 15 surprising facts about them!

#1 Bichon Frise is a breed that doesn’t shed

excited Bichon Frise looking up
That is why these dogs are the greatest pets for those who have an allergy.

#2 They are ready to follow you anywhere

Bichon Frise dog lying on the green grass
Bichons love the company and their owners’ attention.

#3 They are very playful and like playing different kinds of games

Bichon Frise puppy playing with a ball
Even dog puzzles will make them very happy.

#4 They are small, but they enjoy spending time with children

Bichon Frise puppy sleeping with a baby
So, Bichons are great dogs even for big families.

#5 Originally, they were used as ship dogs

white Bichon Frise puppy sitting on the floor
Many years ago, Spanish and Italian sailors took these dogs with them on long traveling.

#6 They need a lot of grooming

Bichon Frise with ball face sitting on the wooden table
It is important to keep their hair in good condition

#7 Sometimes these dogs suffer from allergies

happy Bichon Frise
The most popular of them include allergies to chemicals, dust, flea bites and pollen.

#8 Officially, the longest living dog of this breed was 19 years old

white Bichon Frise sitting on the couch
And on average they live 12-15 years.

#9 Small puppies sleep 90% of the day

Bichon Frise inside its rattan basket
But it lasts only for several weeks.

#10 “Bichon Frise” means “curly coated”
holding cute Bichon Frise dog against the sky
#11 Puppies of this breed were the chosen dogs of the royalty in France
Bichon Frise lying on a blanket outdoors
#12 Adult dogs are only white

three Bichon Frise playing with each other on the couch
But puppies can be born in different shades: gray, butter or apricot.

#13 These dogs aren’t keen on water

Bichon Frise sitting on rock in the lake
So, Bichons may not love the idea to swim in the sea or taking a bath very often.

#14 In the 19th century, Bichons were circus dogs

Bichon Frise standing on a ball feature along the streets
Yeah, these small dogs were very popular entertainers.

#15 The dog named Special Times Just Right is the only bichon to win Best in Show at Westminster

picture of Bichon Frise with a person

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