Bichon Frise Maintenance and Grooming

Bichon Frises are usually known for their friendly temperament and their beautiful white powder-puff coat and fluffy, plumed tail. Bichons may also have additional color shadings of buff, cream or apricot around their ears or body. It is important to try to keep the beautiful coat of the Bichon Frise well maintained.

To keep your Bichon Frise looking nice, he may need to be routinely cleaned, brushed and trimmed. You may choose to have the grooming and trimming done professionally. However, there are things that you can do at home between professional visits to keep your Bichon Frise looking beautiful.

The Bichon Frise is double-coated. The undercoat is soft and dense, and the outercoat is coarser and has a curlier texture. The Bichon's coat helps to insulate him against heat and cold. Brushing and bathing your Bichon will help to keep his coat and skin healthy. You may want to get your Bichon Frise puppy used to grooming, so that it becomes a positive, enjoyable experience. You may wish to establish a consistent grooming routine. Hopefully, your Bichon Frise will enjoy grooming.

You will need a good dog brush and comb for daily brushing. Routine daily brushing will help to prevent tangling and mats. It is very important that you brush the coat of your Bichon Frise before their bath and they should be mat free. You may decide to bath your Bichon at least once a month to keep him clean. Some owners have the professional groomers do the bath and also the haircut about once a month. Daily brushing can help your Bichon Frise maintain his gorgeous, fluffy, white powder-puff look that people so often admire. The Bichon Frise also loves to smile when he is happy!