Comparison: Bichon Frise and Poodle

Bichon Frise and Poodle are marked as similar in our database. The table compares only the data we have on the breeds.

Bichon Frise
Photo: Alex D Stewart, CC BY 2.0, source
Poodle
Photo: John Leslie from London, UK, CC BY 2.0, source
Bichon FrisePoodle
FCI group9. Companion and Toy Dogs9. Companion and Toy Dogs
Country of originFranceFrance
CategorySmallMedium
Height at withers23–30 cm24–60 cm
Weight5–8 kg3–32 kg
Life span12–15 years12–15 years
Recognition features
  • White ´curly´ powder-puff coat
  • Dark round eyes and black nose
  • Tail carried in a curve over the back
  • Curly non-shedding coat in typical clips
  • Long fine head and drop ears
  • Tail carried high
CoatFine, dense, curly coat, white.Dense, curly, wooly coat.
PurposeA Mediterranean bichon, popular at medieval European courts; later a circus and street dog.Originally a German and French water retriever; later an elegant companion and show dog in standard, medium, miniature and toy sizes.

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The information is indicative. Texts are based on available sources and may contain inaccuracies; for binding details (e.g. for breeding or shows) use the official breed standard.