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Known for their cute and fluffy appearance and playful personality, the Bichon Frise is a lap-sized dog that originated in France. The name Bichon Frise means “curly lap dog” in French, which is an exact depiction of what the breed is. Bichon Frises first appeared in French royal courts during the 16th century and eventually became circus performers in the United States. At present, this adorable breed enjoys a reputation of being an all-around family dog with an irresistible charm. In fact, the Bichon Frise is known as one of the top “personality dogs” in the world, making the breed a great choice for a pet.Â
The Bichon Frise has a lot of positive attributes, the breed is very smart, exceedingly trainable, gentle and friendly, even towards strangers. Add these to the fact that Bichons are quite cute and adorable to look at. Because of their many redeeming qualities, Bichons are a great fit for therapy dog training. A successful therapy dog should be affectionate, outgoing, clever and confident – all of which are key qualities that a Bichon Frise possesses. Having your beloved Bichon undergo therapy dog training is a great way to do something meaningful for others who are less fortunate. Also, you get to share the joy that your pooch brings with other people.Â
There was a time when dancing with your dog seemed like a ridiculous idea. Nowadays, however, canine freestyle has evolved from a pastime into an actual sport for dogs and their owners. In fact, there has been a steady increase in the number of canine freestyle clubs across the United States. Canine freestyle dance involves a dog and handler performing a routine consisting of different movements such as twists, leaps, spins and footwork. What is fun about this sport is that you do not need to be a good dancer; all eyes are on your dog and they are the star of the show.
Simon Says is one of the most popular children’s games of all time. In this game, a person takes on the role of “Simon”, who has the right to issue certain instructions to the other players, which should only be obeyed if the command is preceded by the phrase “Simon says”. Although this is largely a game for humans, did you know that you can also play Simon Says with your dog? Bichon Frises, in particular, are a great candidate for this game because of their high level of intelligence. This game serves not only as a fun activity for your pooch but also a form of obedience training.
Because of its thick and curly coat, the Bichon Frise needs regular grooming and maintenance. Luckily, there are lots of doggy spas who would happily take on this job for you. Doggy spas are abundant in every city and offer a variety of services such as grooming, “paw-dicures” and massages, among others.Â
One of the simplest games that a Bichon Frise enjoys playing is catch. What makes it such a great activity is that it is easy to learn and requires minimal training for your dog. All you have to do is throw a toy and have your pooch go after it. Start with short tosses until your dog understands the game. Once they get a good grasp of how the game is played, start making the tosses more challenging.Â
The Bichon Frise is one of the most beloved dogs and among the most popular breeds in the entire world, and for good reason. This charming dog is adaptable to all kinds of companions, has a high level of intelligence and is simply fun to have around. With the right activities and lots of affection, keeping your Bichon Frise satisfied should be an easy task.Â