When you consider of getting a dog, say a bichon frise, you probably have considered bichon frise training as well. No matter how cute and cuddly a bichon frise is, without proper bichon frise training, that bichon frise has high risk of showing or developing manners or habits that can make him unpleasant to be around. Training a bichon, like training other dog breeds, should start at the right time. But before you start the training, or much better, before you get a Bichon, it is important that you are well aware of this breed's temperament, grooming needs and even health issues that can possibly affect this playful and affectionate curly lap dog. The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognized this breed as part of the non-sporting group. According to breed standard, the ideal weight of bichons is between 10 - 18 lbs. and the height is between 9 1/2 to 11 1/2 inches. This cotton ball breed with black nose and dark eyes, is covered with double coat; curly outer coat and silky undercoat. Frequent brushing and trimming is necessary to help remove loose hair, dead hair and dander and also to prevent tangles and mats.
By just looking at them, one can say that bichons are dogs with happy personality. It's true! Bichons are indeed happy, playful and mischievous household companions. They just love to be around people; be it a single person, retired couple or a big family. They even do well in the company of other dogs and pets and even children. Take them to your travels even just around the block; surely they will be at their happiest. They are noted as lively, playful dogs but they definitely can live in an apartment without a yard as long as they get enough exercise. Daily walk around the neighborhood or around the park is enough to fulfill their primal instinct to walk and prevent them from displaying behavior problems.
The average lifespan of bichon frise is 12 years but some even reached 20 years. Common health issues affecting this breed are eye related issues such as watery eyes, cataracts, skin problems and allergies as well as ear ailments. Aside from old age, the leading cause of death was cancer and are also prone to hematologic and liver shunts.
A bichon can be very obedient in training provided that the training was started early and continued consistently with appropriate training methods.
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