The name of the breed means French lap dog (franzuskaja = French, Bolonka = lap dog, French Bichon). Since the Renaissance, Bolognese lap dogs have enjoyed great popularity and …

Is the Bichon Frise the right breed for you? Learn more about the Bichon Frise including personality, history, grooming, pictures, videos, and the AKC breed standard.

Jun 16, 2025 · The bichon frise is a small, affectionate, and playful dog breed that thrives as a companion animal. Bichons are hypoallergenic but require significant grooming and …

Mar 7, 2025 · The charming, friendly, and intelligent Bichon Frise is a soft sweet, and naturally social dog that will get along with the whole family—even other pets.

Dec 15, 2025 · The winning personality of a Bichon makes them a popular breed. Learn all about this charming dog breed in our complete Bichon Frise guide.

Is a Bichon Frise your perfect match? Get answers to your Bichon Frise questions on characteristics, temperament, history, and health with our Bichon Frise guide.

The Bichon Frise is a small, sturdy, white powder puff of a dog whose merry temperament is evidenced by his plumed tail carried jauntily over the back and his dark-eyed inquisitive …

Dec 2, 2025 · The Bichon frisé, a small, friendly white dog, is know for its curious spirit and affectionate personality. Learn more about this playful breed.

The bichon is a descendent of the barbichon family of dogs, which in turn descends from the barbet, a large water dog. Bichons were divided into four types: Maltaise, Bolognese, …

The Bichon Frisé[a] or Bichon à Poil Frisé is a Franco-Belgian breed of small toy dog of bichon type. It was recognised by the Société Centrale Canine in 1933 and by the Fédération …