Bich Poo Dog Breed: Designer Companion Dog

Breed: Bich-Poo – Bichpoo

Breed Group: Not AKC Recognized

Weight: 6-12 lbs

Height: 9-12 inches

Color: Various Solid Colors Including Black, Cream, Apricot, and Blue

Origin: United States

 

 

Bich-Poo – Bichpoo Overview

This dog breed is a cross between the Bichon Frise and Poodle. The Bich Poo is also known as the Poo Hon. This breed is commonly referred to as a “designer” dog and has grown in popularity as a companion dog.

 

 

Bich-Poo – Bichpoo Characteristics

The is a robust, well-proportioned and hardy dog breed. The Bich Poo is  small in stature, sturdy in appearance and has a sweet nature.

 

 

 

 

Bich-Poo – Bichpoo Temperament

Affectionate, friendly and devoted, the Bich poo is spirited and has a pleasant personality. they are better suited to a home with older, considerate chiller raised with. The Bich-Poo gets along well with other dogs, cats and most household pets. Bich poos are suspicious of strangers and will bark to alert their family to guests or abnormal sounds.

 

 

 

Bich-Poo – Bichpoo Care

The coat of the Bich poo requires frequent brushing and professional clipping to prevent matting and tangling. Bathing should be done when necessary. It is important to keep the ears clean to prevent infection. Dental hygiene to prevent early tooth loss is also is important. Bich Poo’s are susceptible to PRA, epilepsy, diabetes, cataracts and skin disorders.

 

 

 

Bich-Poo – Bichpoo Coat

The coat of the Bich Poo is loosely curled and wooly, but coarse in texture.

 

 

 

 

Bich-Poo – Bichpoo Training

This dog breed can be challenging to housetrain and the crate training method works best. Early socialization and obedience training are recommended. The Bich Poo breed does not respond well to harsh or heavy-handed training methods. Training should be performed with firmness, fairness, patience and consistency.

 

 

 

Bich-Poo – Bichpoo Activity

This dog breed is well-suited to city and apartment living. The Bich Poo thrive on family interaction, leashed walks and off-lead play.

 

 

 

Bich-Poo – Bichpoo Video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aePLCJo4LvY&feature=youtube_gdata_player

 

 

Bich Poo Dog Breed: Designer Companion Dog