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Bichon Frise is a wonderful little dog, perfect for
families with or without children and pets. Looking
more like a round, white cotton ball than a dog, the
Bichon is friendly, loving, devoted, intelligent,
energetic, and very affectionate. For this reason,
we see a growing number of people brining this
particular breed into the home, being delighted with
the purchase. With the Bichon Frise, you typically
see two specific types of buyers – people who want a
family pet and people who want a show dog.
One question and an important one at that is are you
ready for a lifetime commitment of owning a pet.
Getting a dog means being responsible for anywhere
from 10 to 20 years, caring for the animal day after
day, feeding, watering, exercising, playing,
walking, grooming, taking to the veterinarian, and
so. Keep in mind that along with the vast
responsibility, you get something back – the
unconditional love of a pet, as well.
Now, if you have decided to purchase a new Bichon
Frise puppy, then you need to work with a
reputable breeder. One way to tell up front if the
person is in fact responsible is by the questions he
or she asks you. In addition to the list of
questions you will have for the breeder, the breeder
should have just as much interest in knowing where
the puppies will go to live. Typically, the breeder
would want to know about your household. For
instance, you would be asked about yard space,
number of children, other pets, people home during
the day, and so on. If you are not asked any
questions or just basic questions, you should be
alarmed.
You might also be asked why you want a Bichon Frise
specifically over other breeds. If the breeder feels
the breed is not right for your particular needs, he
or she has the responsibility to tell you so,
perhaps offering suggestions on more appropriate
breeds. The breeder would also want to know about
your past pet owning experience. Then, be prepared
to provide the breeder with the name and contact
information for your veterinarian so research can be
done to ensure you keep your pets current on
vaccinations and healthy.
Now, just as you would be asked questions, you need
to turn the table and ask questions as well. For
instance, determine the age of the puppies. Even if
the puppy is six weeks old and weaned, you should
never buy a puppy younger than eight weeks,
preferably one that is closer to 10. You want to see
both male and female parent if possible. While
seeing the male parent is not always a possibility,
you should ask. Then, talk about the puppy’s
heritage, its bloodline, pedigree history, etc.
Health would also be an important factor. In this
case, you want to know the health of the puppy, as
well as the lineage.
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