While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bichon Frises are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

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

Affectionate
Playful
Sensitive
Cheerful
Gentle
Intelligent

Energetic
Protective
Alert
Intelligent
Responsive
Affectionate
Loyal
Tenacious
Faithful

Bichon Frises are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

Borderneses are heavy shedders, but regular brushing can help manage shedding and promote a healthy coat.

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American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Bichon Frise Club Of America

ACHC = American Canine Hybrid Club
DDKC = Designer Dogs Kennel Club
DRA = Dog Registry of America, Inc.
DBR = Designer Breed Registry

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Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

Black
White
Brown

Bichon Frises have medium-length coats.

Borderneses are known for their coat length.

Curly

Wavy

A Bichon Frise can have a litter of 12-15 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.

A Bordernese can have a litter of 4-8 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.

Bichon Frises are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Borderneses are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

While the Bichon Frise breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Borderneses typically have low vet costs due to their good health, but it's important to monitor their health and seek vet care when necessary.

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Elbow Dysplasia
Deafness
Hip Dysplasia
Meningitis
Collie Eye Anomaly
Histiocytosis

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Progressive Retinal Atrophy
Cataracts
Epilepsy
Pannus
Lens Luxation
Cerebellar Abiotrophy
Familial Nephropathy
Color Dilution Alopecia

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

Blood Test
Dna Test For Pk
Eye Examination
Physical Examination

Bichon Frises are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Borderneses are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Bichon Frise has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Bordernese has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bichon Frises need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Borderneses need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bichon Frises are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Borderneses sleep less than other breeds but still need adequate sleep for good health.

Bichon Frises bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Bordernese dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Play, Agility, Walk, Walking, Sniffing, Running, Tricks, Fetch, Cuddling, Swimming, Socializing, Cuddle, Sleeping, Training, Go to Park, Lickin, Pets, Run, Snuggle, Sleep, Barking, Eating, Belly rubs, Off-leash, Chase, Dog Parks, Speak, High Five, Tug-of-war, Toys

Walking, Fetch, Playing, Walk, Walki, Catch, Tug-of-war, Wrestling, Training, Playing Ball, Cuddling, Running

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

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bordernese, it's at least 8 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Bichon Frises usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Borderneses usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

Bichon Frises have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

The Bordernese requires an average amount of grooming compared to other breeds.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Dematter
Comb
Nail Clipper

For an average 11-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Bichon Frise 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.

For an average 40-80 pound (18 - 36 kg) Bordernese feed 3 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 Bichon Frise is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Bordernese is somewhere $2.10 - $2.70 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Bichon Frise is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $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.

The average per month expenses of a Bordernese is between $55 - $73. This makes an average of $660 - $876 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.

Bichon Frises are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

Bordernese is highly intelligent and very trainable.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

This breed is sensitive to its environment and best suited for patient and understanding families with a consistent routine.

Bichon Frises make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Borderneses can do well in apartments with enough exercise and time outside, but a small yard would be ideal.

Bichon Frises are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

Borderneses make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Bichon Frises are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Borderneses are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bichon Frises are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Borderneses are average in their friendliness towards other dogs, and socialization can help.

Bichon Frises are highly friendly around strangers.

Borderneses are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bichon Frises are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.

Borderneses are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.