Frenchie Bichon

Dog Breed Profile

Frenchie Bichon History

The French Bulldog and the Bichon Frise are two of the most popular small toy breeds. Many owners would like to combine the two, but breeding the two can be challenging. In 1999, breeder Brian Isley began experimenting with crossing the two, and in 2001 he introduced the “Frenchie Bichon”, a “designer” hybrid. The head, feet and tail of the Frenchie Bichon are like that of the traditional French Bulldog, but the body and long, fluffy coat of the bichon frise. The resulting dogs have a shorter body, longer legs and a thicker, more wavy coat than either parent.

Time of Origin

1900s

Country of Origin

United States Of America, Europe

Ancestry

French Bulldog, Bichon Frise

Frenchie Bichon Physical Characteristics

The Frenchies come in two sizes; standard and miniature. The standard Frenchie is 12 to 14 inches in height and 17 to 20 lbs. The mini is 8 to 10 inches and 10 to 15 lbs. They have fluffy white coats, button ears and wide-set, round eyes. Their tails are high set and curled. They are playful, intelligent, and inquisitive. These dogs are so lovable that they are often described as clowns.

Eye Colors

Brown

Nose Colors

Black

Coat Colors

Cream, White, Fawn, Brindle

Height Range

Male Height Range: 11 – 12 inches

Female Height Range: 10 – 11 inches

Weight Range

Male Weight Range: 15 – 22 lbs

Female Weight Range: 13 – 20 lbs

Frenchie Bichon Health

Description of breed health.

Lifespan

9-15 yrs

Frenchie Bichon Health Concerns

Pulmonic Stenosis, Brachycephalic Syndrome, Skeletal/Joint Conditions, Urolithiasis, Hemophilia, Hypothyroidism, Atopic Dermatitis, Eye conditions

Frenchie Bichon Temperament and Behaviour

The French Bulldogs are playful, loving, and sociable. They are typically gentle and get along well with children, other dogs, and other animals. They are very intelligent and can learn tricks easily. They are athletic and have good stamina, but prefer to be a couch potato. They can be protective of their owners, but not overly aggressive.

Frenchie Bichon Activity Requirements

Frenchies, as they are affectionately called, are a small, compact, and cheerful companion dog. They are perfect for apartment dwellers, as their small size makes them suitable for small spaces. While they do not require a lot of physical exercise, they do require regular social interaction. A daily walk around the neighborhood or a quick play session in the yard or dog park will help keep your dog healthy and prevent boredom. While they are well-suited to apartment living, they do need to have human companionship to be happy. If you plan to spend a lot of time away from home, you may want to consider another breed of dog.