Designer dogs are very popular. And so are the two breeds that make up these dogs. When it comes to the cute factor, there’s no escaping the Bichon Frisé Poodle mix. The teddy bear among the dog breeds is a real heartbreaker. What else makes him so special? Find out in our Bichon Poo breed profile.
Bichon Poo Essentials In Brief
The Bichon Frisé Poodle mixed breed is a cross between the French Bichon Frisé and the Toy Poodle or Miniature Poodle. The cute brat is also known as Bichon Poo, Bich Poo, Poochon, Bichon Poodle or Teddy Bear Dog.
Size: 23 to 38 centimeters
Weight: 2.5 to 10 kilograms
Life expectancy: 12 to 15 years
Character: Intelligent, playful, cuddly, affectionate, stubborn, attention-seeking
Special feature: Tendency to bark a lot. Always wants to be the center of attention, doesn’t like to be left alone.
Look
While many Designer Dogs originated in the USA, the Bich Poo is in this time Australia bred for the first time. However, due to its cute looks and personality, this dog is also very popular in the US and Europe.
The trademark for the optics is also here “cotton ball effect”. The Bichon Poo owes this to the little white French, the Bichon Frisé.
Characteristic of this cute brat is the low yet stocky build. The face with the is particularly striking dark beady eyes and the dark, big nose.
The round head is completed by cute floppy ears. In combination with the frizzy fur and cute paws, the Bichon Poo is a dwarf to fall in love with.
Height Weight
The size and weight of the Bich Poo depend on various factors. On the one hand, that decides sex how big and heavy your fur nose is.
Females are lighter and smaller than males. It is also crucial for the Bichon Frisé Poodle mixed breed, which poodle for breeding is used. Is it a toy poodleyour four-legged friend is also smaller and lighter.
So she can Shoulder height between 23 and 38 centimeters vary. The Weight in turn, both can be featherweight 2.5 kilograms be low as well as heavier 10 kilograms.
Colors & coat texture
One of the breed standards of the Bichon Frisé is that the dogs must always be snow white. Accordingly, this is the only color brought into the hybrid breed.
It is different with the poodle. This can be bred to a certain extent in all colors. So from Black above Brown up to White, Cream and some more.
The Bichon Poo can also have these colors. But mostly it occurs in light tones, for example Cream or Apricot.
Many dog lovers have fallen in love with the Bichon Frize because of their amazing coat. Because this is long, fluffy, wonderfully soft and snow-white. In short: the French breed is a cotton ball on four sweet paws.
Of course, the Bichon Poo has also inherited this coat property. This is where it meets the poodle’s coat genes. And this one usually has frizzy respectively curly fur. In the new look of the Bich Poo, these fur textures then unite to form teddy bear look.
Did you know that this breed is a hypoallergenic dog acts? This means that it is non-shedding, i.e. it does not shed hair. For furness, this means: This is very limited.
Character & temperament of the Bichon Frisé Poodle mix
The teddy bear on four paws is a extremely playful and bright little contemporary. Friendly and cheerfulhe also wants always likes to be the center of attention stand.
This also means that this breed does not like to be left alone. Because they need attention cuddly mini diva to a large extent.
The Bichon Poo feels most comfortable as part of a family. But even when you are alone, he is happy by your side – provided you give him enough time, attention and love.
attitude & upbringing
The Bichon Frisé Poodle mix might be a dwarf. But that doesn’t mean it doesn’t take up much space. Of course he is happy about a cozy corner to cuddle.
But as a bundle of energy, the Bich Poo demands his daily amount of exercise, exercise and occupation. Walking for a walk is not enough here. And here he wants himself let off steam and burn most of its energy.
Also the mental demand of the fluffy ball is very important. This is because the Bichon Poo is very intelligent and can quickly become bored if not exercised enough.
When it comes to education, there is really only one point to consider: The magic word consistency. Be clear in your announcements, don’t change what’s forbidden and what’s allowed.
Then otherwise you will confuse your dog, which is not conducive to your relationship. Because you will lose your status as an alpha animal very quickly.
Breeding & Health
A good and reputable breeding is a key decision criterionif you want to live with a Bichon Poo.
Because only with a dog that healthy parents you can look forward to a long and happy life together.
In general, the assumption is that Hybrid breeds have more robust health have. Since many hereditary diseases are excluded by breeding, this is also true to a certain extent.
Still, there are some diseases that both the Poodle and the Bichon Frize can suffer from.
These include the progressive retinal atrophythe patellar dislocation, allergies and also epilepsy. It may make sense to take out pet insurance to cover possible veterinary costs.
Life expectancy
With a species-appropriate diet, sufficient exercise and activity and of course lots of love, your Bichon Poo an age of 12 to 15 years to reach.
Please be aware of this before you decide to get a puppy. Because these 12 to 15 years mean that you are the Responsibility for the little rascal take over He is part of your family and relies on you.
What to look for in Bichon Poo puppies
Mature is the fur ball at about 8 or 9 months. Of course, he can move in with you earlier. plan for them purchase please approximately between 1,500 and 2,000 euros a.
Not to be forgotten, of course mandatory initial equipmentwhich includes toys and tasty food and healthy treats, among other things.