养Bichon Frise 要注意的事项 Churchill

比熊是非常可爱的小型犬, 优点就不用说了, 养这个品种的主要注意事项有.
A. 毛发打理很费事, 因毛厚, 易得皮肤病.
B. 这种狗狗很不容易训练HOUSEBREAK, 有的可能一辈子也学不会
C. 选择BREEDER很重要. 因为这个品种的狗曾经被OVERBREED过, 有几个家族有遗传病, 要养纯种的话, 一定要找有REPUTATION的BREEDER.

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The Bichon is a most appealing little white dog that loves human company. It has an independent spirit, is intelligent, affectionate, bold and lively. This charming, gentle dog is not a yapper. It has a self-assured, happy temperament that is easy to live with. These bright little dogs are easy to train and just plain old love everyone. They need people to be happy. They are naturally sociable and are happiest when they are part of a family that takes them everywhere. This sociable trait also means that they are fine in the company of other dogs & pets and are excellent with children. Used as watchdogs and to perform tricks, this breed is competitive and obedient. Like a lot of smaller breeds, the Bichon may be difficult to housebreak. The Bichon Frise was one of the "Yuppie Puppies" very popular in the 1980's. As a result many were carelessly over-bred and some Bichon lines can be snippy. When seeking a Bichon be sure to find a reputable breeder to get the best personality traits this breed has to offer.

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Grooming can cost more for a Bichon than for other breeds and should be done every four to five weeks. "They are white and cute, and unfortunately they love to play in the mud," Beauchamp said. "Their favorite time to dig holes is right after they've had a bath."
The breed benefits from weekly brushing with a slicker brush and occasional bathing between professional grooming sessions. The hair around the eyes should be wiped daily to reduce tear staining. Because white-coated breeds often have skin allergies, bathe Bichons carefully. "New owners bathing their dogs must remember one rule: Rinse, rinse, rinse!" Williams said. "Any remaining shampoo or conditioner can be irritating." Antihistamines, special bathing products and attention to flea control can reduce allergic reactions.
In addition to skin allergies, some Bichons suffer from kneecap dislocation, bladder infections and stones, ear infections, eye diseases such as juvenile cataracts, excessive tartar and early tooth loss. Potential Bichon owners should make sure a puppy's parents are registered with the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (to determine the health of hips and knees) and the Canine Eye Research Foundation (to determine the health of eyes). Dental care should include brushing two or three times a week, yearly professional tartar removal and a diet of dry kibble. Bichons love to eat, but obesity leads to joint problems, liver disease and pancreatitis.

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