The Bichon Frize is a lovable little dog that stands confidently among the great “personality dogs” in the world. With his black eyes and fluffy white coat, the Bichon Frize looks almost like a child’s toy. Since ancient times, these irresistible dogs have relied on charm, beauty, and intelligence to withstand ups and downs.
#1 The exact origin of the breed is unknown.
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#2 It is widely believed that the Bichon is descended from the Barbet breed, and that the word “Bichon” is derived from “Barbichon”, a diminutive of the word “Barbet”.
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#3 The earliest records of the Bichon Frize breed date back to the 14th century, when French sailors brought the dogs home from Tenerife, one of the Canary Islands.
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It is believed that the Bichon Frize dogs were brought there by traders who used the Phoenician trade route and that the Bichon Frize was originally bred in Italy.