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BichonFrise-LPros and Cons of Bichon
Frise
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Pros |
Cons |
| They're cute! | They're not cute without regular brushing, because mats may become insurmountable. |
| Nonshedding | Regular grooming required includes brushing, bath, & blowdry |
| Nonallergenic | Although Bichons are "nonallergenic" some people will still have a reaction to them |
| Ordorless | A dirty Bichon with a stained face and matted hair is not pleasant to have around the house |
| Intelligent -- Does great at Conformation showing, obedience, agility, pet therapy | Bichons are people dogs and do not do well being left alone a lot |
| Great company for older people | Grooming costs can get expensive |
| Good with kids -- very tolerant | Many Bichons tear -- so eyes must be cleaned regularly |
| Travels well | Bichons can be difficult to house train unless you are patient and consistent with your training. |
| Good city or apartment dog/Not yappy | |
| Very few temperament problems even in poorly bred dogs | Many Bichons seem to get Itching problems (may be due to allergies, skin problems, dry weather, etc.) |
Our email addresses are:
Janice Sheehy, Primary List Owner Janice@BichonFrise.org
Norma Dirszowsky, Secondary List Owner Normandy@Bichons.net
Derek Briggs, Secondary List Owner bichons@btinternet.com
Last update:
Thursday, January 23, 2003
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