Bichon Frise

By Lolly Brown

Getting a Bichon Frise at home is one of the most wonderful moments ever and does have its own set of challenges.
The first time you bring a Bichon Frise into your home, chances are that you will have as much fun and will encounter as many surprises as real parents do. Suddenly you have a little whirlwind in your house that takes hearts by storm, turns everything upside down and gets ideas you never even dreamt of. Yes, Bichon Frise knows how to charm people.
Nevertheless, a Bichon Frise need proper training right from the start. The human world is huge, exciting and often dangerous for animals. A Bichon Frise must learn at an early stage to adapt to this environment. This includes: Following commands, fitting in with the human family, understanding what is forbidden, getting used to a leash and even coping with being alone. Remember that every puppy becomes a full-grown dog after some time. The saying "You can't teach an old dog new tricks" does have some truth to it.
Especially during the first weeks of their lives, Bichon Frises go through important phases that shape them for their entire future. Those who are too careless or too harsh now or those who miss important moments in their puppies’ life and make other training mistakes will find it very difficult to get rid of these flaws and mistakes later on.
Love, consistency, and knowledge are the key factors for successful puppy training. There are also numerous questions you should ask yourself before buying a Bichon Frise - first of all: Which dog suits my circumstances? What do I have to have in my home for the dog, what do I have to protect?
In this guide, you will learn everything you have to know to have a smooth start with your little four-legged friend and all you need to know to get the most out of your relationship with your Bichon Frise. How you can raise him well, teach him obedience and how he internalizes the most important commands early on and at the same time you will learn to understand your Bichon Frise and how you should respond to him in certain situations.
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Bichon Frise Basics, Choosing and Owning, Breeding, Care, Nutrition, Grooming, Showing and Training All Included!

• Language: English
• Publisher: NRB Publishing
• Release date: Nov 3, 2021
• ISBN: 9781949555936

Lolly Brown

A life-long animal lover, Lolly Brown is equally comfortable writing about exotic creatures like the Mexican axolotl or dispensing practical advice to dog owners about kennel cough.As a child, Brown first learned about fish and aquaria when her father brought home a 10-gallon aquarium as a surprise for his daughter. Within months, the father-daughter team graduated to a 120-gallon tank and were immersed in the intricacies of tank population management."We had that go-big-or-go-home mentality common to the hobby," Brown said. "Now I look back and think about what we did to Mama's living room! She was very patient with us."Brown's fascination with animals continued in college, where she took numerous field biology and wildlife classes that allowed her to view the behavior of many species in their native habitats.She calls this period of her life the "rodent years," since her only apartment roommates were two hamsters, Hemingway and Leo (Tolstoy). "I also adopted a Guinea pig purely because I couldn't stand the conditions in the pet store," she said. "Trust me, I was in no way prepared to care for Molly and I had to learn fast!""The only other time I went into a pet adoption blind," Brown added, "I came home with two green anole lizards. Then I found out I was going to have to feed them live crickets.While volunteering at her local zoo, Brown first encountered capybaras, a South American mammal that looks like an over-sized Guinea pig. The experience sparked her interest in exotic pets, a subject she continues to pursue with avid interest.A freelance writer by trade, Brown's animal books are written for her own pleasure and the edification of her readers. She is a strong supporter of animal rescue and welfare organizations, and works with programs educating young children about the proper care of pets.Brown maintains something of a menagerie of her own, making room in her home for a 180-gallon saltwater fish tank, a 20-year old Scarlet Macaw, a Golden Retriever, and several highly tolerant cats. (She advises that good cages make good multi-species homes.)"If I become interested in a particular animal and have no direct experience with the creature, I get some before I start to write," Brown says. "All animals have a unique perspective on the world and their place in it. They all have particular needs -- physical and emotional -- and they all have unique personalities. These are things I want to understand before I try to communicate them to my readers."

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Foreword

Reading this instructional guide prior to buying or picking up your puppy will prepare you, benefit your new puppy and help you to establish the precise mindset for owning a Bichon Frise. Included inside this book’s first section is about the origin and bio of a Bichon Frise. It also contains information about its breed appearance, temperament and possible problem behaviors. The Second section is about choosing a Bichon Frise. It tackles about where and how to acquire a Bichon Frise and how to select a healthy Bichon Frise puppy. The next section will help you be prepared for your new puppy- the things that you need and have to do.

The fourth section focuses on how you can cater your dog’s nutritional needs. The fifth section is about raising and training your Bichon Frise. It educates dog owners about the importance of training and activities for your dog. It additionally contains a puppy’s training outline and guidance in shaping behaviors, training, and problem solving. The next section delves into basic care and regular grooming needs for your Bichon Frise. The seventh section focuses on the common health issues and how to deal with them and respond into emergencies. Next is about preparing your Bichon Frise for a dog show. The ninth section will guide you about the breeding process for your Bichon Frise. For the last section, it will talk about the other care needs of your dog and how you will be able to deal with them.

By obtaining this training guide, you will be on your way to securing the necessary tools and knowledge to assure your success as a dog owner and trainer.

Table of Contents

Introduction

Chapter One: Bichon Frise Origin

History

Physical Characteristics

Temperament

Chapter Two: Choosing a Bichon Frise

Purchasing Your New Pet

Choosing a Reputable Breeder

Selecting a Healthy Bichon Frise Puppy

Chapter Three: Owning a Bichon Frise

Dog Equipment Basics and Essentials

Puppy-Proofing Your Home

First Introductions

Chapter Four: Nutrition for Bichon Frise

Changing Types of Food

Keeping a Routine

How Much and What to Feed

Making Your Own Bichon Frise Food

Foods to Avoid

Chapter Five: Raising and Training a Bichon Frise

Crate Training

Mentally Stimulating Activities for Bichons

Separation Anxiety

Chapter Six: Grooming Your Bichon Frise

Grooming

Chapter Seven: Vet Care Your Bichon Frise

Common Health Issues

Vaccinations

Chapter Eight: Showing Your Bichon Frise Dog

Showing Bichon Frise Dogs

How to Become an AKC Champion

Chapter Nine: Breeding Your Bichon Frise

Breeding Checklist

Finding the Perfect Partner for Your Bichon Frise

Registering the Puppies

Chapter Ten: Other Care Needs

Bichon Frise Safety in Cars

Ventilation and Overheating

Conclusion

Glossary of Dog Terms

Photo Credits

References

Introduction

Before you can decide whether a Bichon Frise is the right pet for you, you need to learn the basics about this breed. In this book, you will receive a wealth of Bichon Frise information. By the time you finish this book, you should have a good understanding of what the Bichon Frise breed is like and you will be on your way to deciding if this is the right pet for you and your family. For the most part, Bichon Frises are a friendly and playful breed, eager to spend time with family. Although these dogs do require a moderate amount of daily exercise, they are pretty good at entertaining themselves in the house as long as they have enough toys to play with. These dogs are very social as well and they love to be in the company of people and other dogs – they also tend to get along well with children.

The Bichon Frise dog breed is definitely a companion breed. These dogs crave human attention and they tend to bond closely with their owners. Bichon Frise are loyal and affectionate, eager to please their owners. This breed is also fairly intelligent and quick to learn. This makes tasks like house-training and obedience training relatively easy. As is true for all dogs, however, it is best that you start your dog with training and socialization as early as possible to prevent the development of behavior problems.

As this breed is so people-oriented, it is not recommended that you leave them alone for long periods of time without another dog to keep them company. This breed needs daily physical exercise as well as mental stimulation/interactive play, every-day. Failure to provide this type of stimulation can potentially to lead to behavioral problems relating to frustration and separation anxiety. This is likely to manifest itself with destructive or aggressive behavior. It is therefore not the dog’s fault, but the owner’s for not providing basic necessities such as daily exercise.

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Chapter One: Bichon Frise Origin

History

This breed hailed from the Mediterranean and they descended from a combination of Water Spaniels and Poodles. Also, it is perceived that Italian and Spanish sailors found these dogs and then brought them around the globe on their journey, at times using them to exchange for other goods. Eventually, this breed was appearing together with their royal owners in Renaissance paintings. It was in the late 1800s when this type of dog was regarded as common show dogs; however, it was in the year 1934, Bichons returned to popularity after they were recognized by the French Kennel Club. This breed flourished due to their charming personality and tiny size.

It was around the 19th century when Bichons had come down. It was in this time they started accompanying organ grinders, and they also performed on the street to amuse people or passersby while a few of this breed were renowned circus dogs. Bichons are also known to be a royal favorite, probably because of their clownish attributes. This breed also held valuable tasks and that is leading blind people. Likewise, Bichons had a reputation