Bichon Frise has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Parson Russell Terrier has low obesity risk, but needs exercise and food monitoring for optimal health.

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 Parson Russell Terrier 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
Eager
Intelligent
Bold
Happy
Obedient

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

Parson Russell Terriers are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

France

England

barbet, water dog

Jack Russell Terrier

ancient times

1900s

Non Sporting (AKC:1972)
Companion (UKC)

Terrier (AKC:1997 & UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White
Cream

Pied
White

Bichon Frises have medium-length coats.

Parson Russell Terriers have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Curly

Wiry

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 Parson Russell Terrier can have a litter of 13-15 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.

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

Cerebellar Ataxia

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Patellar Luxation
Myasthenia Gravis
Eye Conditions (Cataracts, Lens Luxation)

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

BAER Testing
Neurological Examination
X-rays or other radiographic imaging
Eye and Ear Examination

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

Parson Russell Terriers thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

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

Parson Russell Terrier has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

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

Parson Russell Terriers need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

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

Parson Russell Terriers are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bichon Frise minimally drools, ideal for those who dislike drool marks on clothing.

Parson Russell Terrier has low drooling tendency, suitable for those who dislike drool marks.

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

Parson Russell Terrier dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Bichon Frise dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Parson Russell Terrier dogs are highly protective and make excellent guard dogs due to their strong instinct to defend their territory and owners, and their high level of vigilance.

Bichon Frises are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

Parson Russell Terriers are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

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 Parson Russell Terrier, it's at least 14 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 Parson Russell Terriers usually need at least 75 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 Parson Russell Terrier has low grooming needs and is easy to maintain.

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Slicker Brush
Comb
Nail Clipper

The average cost of a Bichon Frise is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average cost of a Parson Russell Terrier is somewhere $1.30 - $1.40 per day.

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

Parson Russell Terrier has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

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

Parson Russell Terriers have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

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

Parson Russell Terriers are good apartment dogs as long as they get enough exercise and stimulation outside of the apartment.

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

Parson Russell Terriers are not cat friendly.

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

Parson Russell Terriers are not dog-friendly.

Bichon Frises are highly friendly around strangers.

Parson Russell Terriers are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

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

Parson Russell Terriers are very playful, so adopting an older one might be a better option for a more relaxed experience.