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Although France is often credited as the countryof their origin,

the Bichon Frise actually has a Spanish heritage. In the

fourteenth century they served as companions to Spanish

sailors and merchants, and it wasn't until the sixteenth century

that they became the favoured court dog of the French nobility.

The breed gained further popularity when they first arrived

in the United States, as recently as the 1950's, and they

were officially recognized by the American Kennel Club

in 1973 and The Canadian Kennel Club in 1975.

Bred for companionship, the Bichon Frise is an alert,

gentle mannered, playful and affectionate little white dog,

measuring 9.5"-11.5" in height at the shoulder.

Like the Lowchen, they are quick learners and have

done well in both Obedience and Agility Trials.

	JASMINE IN GARDEN (photograph by Catherine Cooke) A Limited Edition print, signed and numbered 12" x 16" For purchase information please email cdcooke@bmts.com