The Bichon Frise Club of America was founded in 1964 and registered in 1972. The sturdy muscular and sound Bichon is quite athletic and you should expect this “lap dog” to give you a good time with his playful antics. The Bichon is a fluffy white dog that is super affectionate, playful, comical and loyal. They make wonderful pets for someone who will groom them as needed and love them unconditionally. The Bichon Frise took best of show in 2005.

The Bichon Frise means “curly lapdog”. This is your clue that this breed is primarily a companion animal. That means that they need lots of human attention. The Bichon is of Mediterranean ancestry, descending from the Barbet or Water Spaniel, and is related to the Maltese. They are not related to the poodle. Bichons have been a distinct breed since about 1400. A few Bichons came to this country in the 1950s, primarily from France and Belgium.