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 Miniature Goldendoodle is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

Affectionate
Playful
Sensitive
Cheerful
Gentle
Intelligent

Active
Alert
Intelligent
Confident
Friendly
Reliable
Kind
Trainable
Faithful
Trustworthy
Instinctual

Bichon Frises are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Choose a Miniature Goldendoodle if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

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barbet, water dog

Golden Retriever, Toy or Miniature Poodle

ancient times

1990s

Brown

Brown
Amber

Black

Black

White
Cream

Cream
Fawn
Brown
Isabella
Gray
Red
Black

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 Miniature Goldendoodle can have a litter of 5-10 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.

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

Miniature Goldendoodles 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

Patellar Luxation
Von Willebrand's Disease
Hypothyroidism
Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA)
Gastric Dilation Volvulus (GDV) or Bloat

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Bone And Joint Problems
Allergies

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

X-Rays
Ophthalmic And Ear Exam
Buccal Mucosal Screening
Full Physical Examination
Diagnostic Imaging
Blood Glucose Tests
Serum Chemistry Panel Tests
Blood Tests and Blood Count
Skin Scrapings and Biopsies

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

Miniature Goldendoodles' high energy levels make them unsuitable for a low-key dog, choose accordingly.

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

Miniature Goldendoodles require significant physical activity and suit those with an active lifestyle.

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

Miniature Goldendoodles 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.

The Miniature Goldendoodle is a vocal breed that frequently barks and howls, and may not be suitable for those seeking a quiet companion.

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

Fetch, Car rides, Bath time, Play, Training, Tug-of-war, Walk, Swim, Chase, Speak, Playing, Nap, Swimming, Brushing, Belly rubs, Cuddling, Tv, Walking, Hiking, Camping, Play keep away, Tag, People watch, Going for walks

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 Miniature Goldendoodle, 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 Miniature Goldendoodles 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.

Miniature Goldendoodles require significant grooming, including regular trims and professional grooming assistance to maintain their coat. They may also require frequent bathing to keep their coat and skin healthy.

Bichon Frise should be brushed at least once a week. Of course you can give them more frequent brushes if you find that they are still shedding a lot

Ideally, Miniature Goldendoodle should be brushed at least 2 or 3 times a week (preferably daily) improve shedding.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Deshedder
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 20-35 pound (9 - 16 kg) Miniature Goldendoodle feed 2.5 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 Miniature Goldendoodle is somewhere $1.70 - $2.80 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 Miniature Goldendoodle is between $48 - $56. This makes an average of $576 - $672 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.

Miniature Goldendoodle is highly intelligent and very trainable.

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

The Miniature Goldendoodle is a great apartment dog, thriving with sufficient exercise and time outside as part of their daily routine.

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

Miniature Goldendoodles 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.

Miniature Goldendoodles are good with cats, but early training is needed to prevent chasing behavior.

Bichon Frises are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

Miniature Goldendoodles are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.

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

The Miniature Goldendoodle is highly intelligent and eager to please, making it a great choice for both novice and experienced dog owners due to its easy trainability.