Frenchie Bichon Breed Information & Characteristics

Unfortunately, the Frenchie Bichon is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Playful
Alert
Sensitive
Intelligent
Affectionate
Patient
Lively
Gentle
Keen
Cheerful
Easygoing
Athletic
Bright

Frenchie Bichon dogs are low shedders. The coat sheds an average amount and doesn't require much care.

French Bulldog and Bichon Frise

DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.

Late 1900s

Brown

Black

Cream
White
Fawn
Brindle

The coat of a Frenchie Bichon falls in the medium length category.

Wavy

A Frenchie Bichon can have a litter of 3-5 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Frenchie Bichons are known for their adaptability and versatility, they are capable of adapting well to a wide range of lifestyle changes and living environments. They are a highly adaptable breed, and make great companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The Frenchie Bichon is generally considered to be healthy. However, like all breeds, they are susceptible to certain health issues and it is important to keep an eye out for them and address them with your veterinarian as needed.

Pulmonic Stenosis
Brachycephalic Syndrome
Skeletal/Joint Conditions

Urolithiasis
Hemophilia
Hypothyroidism
Atopic Dermatitis
Eye conditions

Physical Examination
Biopsy
Internal Imaging (x-ray, CT scan, MRI, etc.)
Blood and Urine Tests
Hormone Analysis
Cardiac Test
Clinical Exam

Frenchie Bichon have very high social needs. These needs include regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship. They thrive in environments where they have a lot of interaction with humans and other dogs.

The Frenchie Bichon breed is known for their relaxed and calm nature and tendency to sleep for long periods of time.

Frenchie Bichons are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Frenchie Bichon, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Frenchie Bichons usually need at least 40 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Frenchie Bichon is a breed of dog that requires a significant amount of grooming. They will also require regular trims, and a professional groomer's help is often necessary to keep their coat in good condition. They may also need regular baths to maintain their coat and skin.

Frenchie Bichon should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Pin Brush
Comb
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 15-22 pound (7 - 10 kg) Frenchie Bichon feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Frenchie Bichon is somewhere $1.00 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Frenchie Bichon is between $28 - $42. This makes an average of $336 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

This dog breed is more sensitive than others and easily overwhelmed by new surroundings and people. They need gentle handling and a calm, stable home environment with positive reinforcement training.

Frenchie Bichons are known for being excellent apartment dogs. They are fairly active indoors and will do okay without a yard.

Frenchie Bichons are average friendly dogs towards children.

Frenchie Bichons are one of the best dogs for cats. They're accept cats readily as part of the family. However, this dog breed should be trained to not chase after the kitty early on

Frenchie Bichons are friendly, active and loyal companions. They generally love to be around other dogs, making them a good family pet for some,

Frenchie Bichons are very friendly around strangers.

Frenchie Bichons have an average level of playfulness. The Frenchie Bichons, like other dogs, like to play. But they are not the most playful dog breed.

Frenchie Bichon dogs are usually easy to train, but may require consistency to fully obey commands.