Description:
The appearance of the Bich-Poo can vary from one
to another. The two most characteristic features
of the breed are its coat and ears.
The ears are long and hang loosely. The eyes can
be triangular or rounded. The nose is large and
can be pink, brown or black. The Snout can be
long or medium size. The breed has a small
frame, but is muscular. The tail is long and
fluffy and hangs low.
Legs can be medium to long size due to the
poodle side.
Coat
and Colors:
The coat is curly and has a fluffy look to it.
Bichpoos come in variety of colors like white,
brown, red, apricot, tricolor beige, golden,
etc. The color of the Bichpoo is set by Poodle
side.
Bichon Frises as well as the Poodles are
Hypoallergenic, (Have less tendency to provoke
an allergy reaction) as result, a BichPoo will
be Hypoallergenic too.
Temperament:
The Bich-Poo is good-natured and
high-spirited. It is also intelligent and
responds well to training. The Bich-Poo can be
easily housebroken thans to the Poodle's
intelligence. Bich-Poo have a friendly nature
which extends not only to its family, but also
to welcome guests. They have a protective nature
and will effectively guard its owner's property;
not to the point of attacking an intruder, but
will bark to notify an intruder's presence. The
Bich-Poo is suitable in a household with
children and other household pets. It will adapt
if placed in a home with existing children, but
raising it with them is the ideal situation.
Size:
Anywhere from 6-20 pounds.
Health Problems:
Health problems are not as prevalent in
mixed breeds. However, it is still too early to
determine if any genetic conditions exist within
the Bich-Poo.
Ideal Living Conditions:
The Bich-Poo is energetic, but will do fine if
kept indoors. It is also suitable for a
backyard, as long as there is a fence.
Exercise:
The Bich-Poo is moderately active. It requires
exercise and playful activity. The exercise
doesn't have to be vigorous. Taking it for a
walk will fulfill its need for exercise. More
physical activity is required for types that are
kept indoors.
Life Spam:
Average of 15 years life expectancy.
Litter Size:
An average of 4-5 puppies
Grooming:
The coat of the Bich-Poo sheds very little,
so it requires very little maintenance. However,
the coat easily becomes matted and tangled, so
some attention is necessary to keep it smooth.
Having a professional grooming service cut the
coat down as it becomes long is recommended.
Origin:
The origin of the Bich-Poo is unknown. Since
it is a cross between a Bichon Frise and Poodle,
its bl
Group The Bich-Poo is not a pure breed, so
it is not recognized as a group. It is a cross
between a Poodle
Color The coat of the Bich-Poo can be a
variety of solid colors, including cream, black,
and blue.
