Size: Shoulder height: 9.5 to 11.5 inches.

Coat: The double coat consists of a soft dense outercoat and coarse curly outer coat.It has a puffy appearance and springs back when patted.

Character: The Bichon Frise is sensitive, responsive, affectionate, and eager to cuddle or play.

Temperament: This dog is friendly toward strangers, other dogs and children. It can bark a lot.

Care: The coat needs to be brushed and combed every other day, as well as trimmed every two months.

Training: The intelligence of this breed makes training a fairly simple task.

Activity: The Bichon Frise is an active dog that needs daily exercise. Vigorous indoor games, romps in the yard, or short walks on the leash will keep it happy.