About Bichon Frise!

According to Cyndie Adams of Leverre's Bichon Frises, "Bichons are wonderful, funny, loving, happy, playful, smart dogs, BUT they are NOT for everyone!! Bichons have some special needs and quirks that people need to be aware of before deciding if this is the breed for them.

"The most obvious consideration is their coat care. Bichons require A LOT of grooming to look like a Bichon and to be healthy. They must be thoroughly brushed (daily is best, but weekly is mandatory) to prevent matting of the coat. They should have their hair cut every 4-6 weeks, and depending on the area in which you live, this can be costly. If you are considering this breed, be prepared to figure in the cost of getting the dog professionally groomed on a routine basis.

"Bichons were bred as companion animals. As such, they want to be with their people..all the time! Many Bichons do not do well when left alone for long periods of time on a daily basis. They can suffer from separation anxiety, which can lead to depression, destructive behavior, personality changes, fear, excessive barking, and housebreaking problems. Bichons are an "in your face" breed. They want to be with you, and when you are in the house they will follow you everywhere, they want to be on your lap or snuggled next to you when you are sitting down, they DEMAND attention!"