The Bichon Frise is an excellent apartment dog. They don't need as much space for activity and will be happy in a condo or apartment.

Bichon Frises are extremely social and need lots of interaction with their owners. They don't like being left alone and will likely become destructive or anxious if left for long periods.

Bichon Frises do well with kids. As with any dog they should be monitored closely, they're unlikely to become aggressive.

Bichon Frises love other people and will tend to run up to them for affection. They quickly become great friends with anyone.

Typically, Bichon Frises get along well with other dogs or are easy to socialize with them. It's uncommon that they're overly agressive.

As far as dogs go, Bichon Frises bark an average amount. You can expect them to bark to alert you, get your attention, or when there are strangers or other dogs.

The Bichon Frise rarely, or never, sheds. They're excellent for someone who doesn't want to clean up much dog hair.

Expect Bichon Frises to require regular grooming. Their coats will need brushing and continued maintenance.

A Bichon Frise will need a moderate amount of exercise to be happy. You'll need to plan some basic walks or fetch during the day.

Although Bichon Frises can be a challenge to train, they can be taught with some dedicated work or by hiring some training help.

Although Bichon Frises can handle the cold weather when out with you, they may not want to stay out for long periods of time.

Bichon Frises do well in hot climates and can stay out longer without overheating.