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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Bichon Frise | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: Why does my Female Bichon Frise want to play with and try to hide and nest her toy for days?? A: Dogs bury all manner of items to save from the outside world. She could be due heat season, could ... | |
| Bichon Frise | 2/7/2012 |
| Q: Why does my Bichon Frise like to lick my arm complusivly? But doesn't do it to my husband. A: Some doggies pick up on natural pheremones we deposit in our skin. I had one that would lick me when ... | |
| New Puppy | 2/5/2012 |
| Q: He's almost 8 weeks old. I have been having trouble finding things that I need to buy for him as all ... A: he will play rough occasionally, this is normal and part of growing into a wonderful young male ... | |
| New Puppy | 2/2/2012 |
| Q: He's almost 8 weeks old. I have been having trouble finding things that I need to buy for him as all ... A: llo giovanna yes sweet potato is good for fibre and i would give salmon or white fish in place of ... | |
| my bichons hair loss | 1/3/2012 |
| Q: my baby will be 2yrs. old on june 2012. each time i comb her theres a hand,full of hair each time. ... A: I would start immediately giving high doses fish oil and omega 3,6,9 remove dried foods from diet ... | |
| Bishon uses crate as bathroom | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: I rescued an adult female bichon frisee who immediately entered crate when she saw it. Was outdoor ... A: This is all normal for a rescued doggy who is likely feeling the loss of her family or previous ... | |
| A funky part in my new Bichon Frise puppy's fur | 10/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a new bichon frise puppy and noticed a funky part in his coat. It starts from the base of his ... A: This is normal and as the coat gathers length it will become more distinct. The puppy coat is very ... | |
| behaviour and eating issues | 9/21/2011 |
| Q: sometime ago you gave me some useful advise about my bischon which was over weight. i moved him to ... A: If this was my doggy I would not revert back to commercial. I would increase protein in the way of ... | |
| Bichon frise poor pigmentation | 9/9/2011 |
| Q: my 2 year bichon has all red noise, not black:( is there anyway i can improve pigmentation? food? ... A: this is generally termed snow nose, I can say that adding a little kelp into the food will help a ... | |
| Lymph nodes on neck swollen in Bichon Frise | 9/8/2011 |
| Q: My 19 month old bichon frise has swollen lymph nodes under his ears, a little smaller than say a ... A: http://www.versailles-kennels.co.uk/?p=p_111&sName=feeding-&-health ... | |
| Lymph nodes on neck swollen in Bichon Frise | 9/7/2011 |
| Q: My 19 month old bichon frise has swollen lymph nodes under his ears, a little smaller than say a ... A: It can be a number of issues here but I would suspect that the puppy either late gestation or ... | |
| Breeding | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I am seeking a Bichon Frise puppy. I found a family in our area who own a female and a male. They ... A: these are a mixed breed and as such cannot hold AKC papers. the dog will be a barker as Bolognese ... | |
| House training | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 7 month old male Bichon. We love him! He is wonderful with our children and has the very ... A: We ahve ALL been exactly where you are right now, but there is light at the end of the tunnel.The ... | |
| anterior cruciate ligament rupture | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: I have an eleven year old bichon frise female, she has recently had a lump come up- on her one of ... A: firstly it is best to undertake xrays to clear any hip dysplasia which may be the reason her ... | |
| Weight | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: we have a 14 week old bichon frize, what should she weigh? Thank you A: well how long is a piece of string? In short, weight is made up from genetics and environmental ... | |
| Bichon puppy licks us constantly | 6/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a 7 month old male Bichon puppy who licks me and my kids constantly especially when we have ... A: This is normal behaviour for a puppy , he is grooming you and or he likes the taste of the ... | |
| subdued new 9week old bichon frise puppy | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I bought a 9week old male bichon frise pup yesturday but im concerned about him.he isnt eating or ... A: babies sleep alot on average 98% of their time at this age. I would just talk to him in a low voice ... | |
| aggressive bichon | 6/3/2011 |
| Q: i just got my bichon she was not trained by her recent owners she is 4 months almost 5 and sometimes ... A: this is all normal for her age and breed. Please click the link and read how to stop this and other ... | |
| my bichons halo | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: My nine week old bichon has one black halo and one pink halo is that normal? I love him so I wont ... A: There is nothing wrong physically its just a pigment issue which is genetic in nature , it may ... | |
| IMHA | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: My Daisy was dx with IMHA & has a rbc count of 12 then dropped to 10. She has a very high fever, no ... A: http://en.allexperts.com/q/Bichon-Frise-2536/2008/1/Bichon-IMHA.htm ... | |
| Vegetarian Diet for Bichon | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 yr old Bichon Frize who loves to play, walk, highly energetic and sometimes "hyper". He ... A: I am so sorry to disappoint but a dog isnt a veggie, they DO require protien in the form of meat ... | |
| new puppy sleepless nights | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: i have spoken to you before as i have a 2 year old called dougal. i have this week just received my ... A: its important that she is crated at this tender age and by doing that she will feel more secure, ... | |
| Bichon Frise pulling off hair on legs | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise is 6 Months old. She is a lovely puppy and is rarely left alone. I take her ... A: I suggest its a seasonal/hormonal diet inbalance if its only happening now, bathe her in neem oil ... | |
| Bichon puppy staining | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: I am interested in purchasing a Bichon. She has champion bloodline and champion parents. She is 9 ... A: Staining is partially genetic and partially environmental. All white dogs have some degree of ... | |
| scabs | 4/9/2011 |
| Q: i HAVE A 6 MONTH MALE BISHON AN DHE KEEPS GETTING NASTY SCABS UNDERNEATH HIS EARS HE HAS HAD SEVERAL ... A: no it is not normal I would ask the vet to do a more thorough examination. Bathe the dog in neem ... | |
| bichon frise | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: today he has a sort of watery discharge coming from back end that smells, could you please give me ... A: yes the skin is normal and what frise breeders strive for, the back end smell is his anal glands ... | |
| Bichon Frise | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: How old does a male Bichon need to be before breeding? ANSWER: Male age is irrelevant but female ... A: Dee in short no he doesnot need to be 12 months of age, but some of the recommended health tests ... | |
| Weight of my Bichon | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I was wondering what is the ideal weight for a female 7 month old Bichon Frise A: The truth is there isnt one as each dog is individual to its parental lines, the range of a bichon ... | |
| Stiffness and shaking | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise is about 3 1/2 years old and he recently has been very stiff and is unable to jump ... A: I would take to the vet this is common in these white dogs and could be a number of problems, so ... | |
| pregnant bichon maybe?? | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: Hi i had my 2 year old bichon mated 8 weeks and 2 days ago she has shown all the behavioural signs ... A: Well at 8 weeks she will be ready for delivery if she gets passed 9 weeks and has not delivered pups ... | |
| Breeding 9-yr. old Bichon | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: Would there be any problems for our 9-year-old Bichon to be bred? She has never had puppies, but is ... A: Linda I really wouldnot breed her at that age, there are so many health problems that will place her ... | |
| limping after beach | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: ...i hope you can give me some advice as you were very helpful last time... mollie will be 2 in ... A: Ok i need more info but I suspect that its either patella luxation or cruciate ligament strain. When ... | |
| pooing in the house | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: im at my wits end with my 18mth bischon i have had so many problems with weight and just not always ... A: firstly this is just and age related issue and every bichon goes through it some as young as 10 ... | |
| Bichon weight | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: Ihave a lovely Male Bichon Frise he is 6 months old and weighs 5.9 kilo is this over weight I think ... A: weight is subjective by that I mean if he is a bigger frise then he will be heavier than we would ... | |
| separation anxiety | 1/14/2011 |
| Q: We recently adopted a 3 year old Bichon.He is wonderful. He sleeps in his crate at night. When we ... A: Separation anxiety is just an issue of time, place a toy that the dog is comfortable with inside the ... | |
| my bichon wont walk | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a 13month bichon Polly and recently she will point blank refuse to walk on her lead. After ... A: This is typical bichon behaviour for that age, they all go through this from 10 months to 2 years ... | |
| Bichon marking inside | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old Bichon who is neutered and will mark in the house in various spots when he knows ... A: Male Dogs Housetraining a Urine Marking Male Dog About the time you have your young male dog or ... | |
| Bischon frise- maltese mix | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a 10 year old bischon frise and a 5 year old Bischon frise- maltese mix. The younger one is ... A: This is somewhat genetic in basis, Maltese can be very like that if they have been bred from shy ... | |
| out door toilet training | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: 5 month bichon frise boy whom is happy and full of life i take him for one long walk and 2 shorter ... A: this is completely normal behaviour and he will start to poop outside once he gains confidence. ... | |
| New puppy | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: We currently have a 14 month old boy bichon and considering getting him a 4 month old boy puppy as ... A: Angel Eyes is illegal to import use sell buy etc. However the site I directed you to sells natural ... | |
| New puppy | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: We currently have a 14 month old boy bichon and considering getting him a 4 month old boy puppy as ... A: two dogs together is a great idea as they are social pack animals. Two males are fine if you remain ... | |
| Lumps | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a 9 month old Bichon Firse, both his salivery glands are swollen and can range from the sizr ... A: You can advise your vet nurse that a natural diet is what all animals should be on and this diet has ... | |
| 18 month male bijon behaviour | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: We have recently adopted an 18 month male bijon from a rescue centre and after a two week 'honeymoon ... A: Rescues take time to adjust, crate him at night and cover the crate on 3 sides, place a warm blanket ... | |
| Over active male Bichon | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: I'm a first time pet owner and I have a 2.5 year old male Bichon that is starting to hump EVERYTHING ... A: This is normal for his age, just say NO. he needs to learn some manners and to do that we just point ... | |
| Black spots, sore tail | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: My Bichon, 9 years old, has sores on his tail and acts as if they are very, very painful if I try to ... A: do this twice per week for 6 week and this should rid the dog of any skin infection, use colloid of ... | |
| Staining | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: We have two Bichons, one is 6 years old and the other is 5..The 6 year old, just underwent ( 7 weeks ... A: The actual sedative will come out of her system very quickly however as with all chemicals its the ... | |
| Staining | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: We have two Bichons, one is 6 years old and the other is 5..The 6 year old, just underwent ( 7 weeks ... A: Is she spayed? If she isnt spayed then it is likely heat season. The rectal staining will be her ... | |
| Staining | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: We have two Bichons, one is 6 years old and the other is 5..The 6 year old, just underwent ( 7 weeks ... A: Licking will cause this and anaesthesia makes dogs lick. Rather like we do after taking pain killers ... | |
| Eating poop | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: My Winston was born Feb 2010, and recently i saw him licking poop! I tried unsuccessfully to get him ... A: eating poop is how animals recycle, poop to animals is non offensive and after digestion it still ... | |
| Bichon grooming | 12/3/2010 |
| Q: My Bichon is 2 years old and while she has a very curly coat it is not very thick, it has thickened ... A: Coat is mainly down to genetics however , diet will also play a good part of that. Suggest that you ... | |
| Skittish, extremely scared dog | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I got this 8months old maltese a few days ago. Someone found him and his brother but due to ... A: this is normal behaviour for dogs who have been left without human love or attention for prolongued ... | |
| Bichon Coat | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: Wondering can you help me please. We have Bichon she is 7 and half months old , her coat isnt a ... A: She may well develop tighter curls at a later stage, some dont, some do.IN the main its all down to ... | |
| weight | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: my male bischon is 18 mths and is overweight he weights 9.5 kilos (around that mark) i have been ... A: Well I am guessing that he larger of the type which is common these days, his eight would depend ... | |
| sick | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: My bichon is almost 2 years old. We've just been through a bout of gastro upset. For the past 2 ... A: I cannot advise against what the vet says as that would be illegal. However from experience I see ... | |
| Bischon Barking | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 biscon's, brothers, one barks constantly. We have tried everything to train him but to no ... A: that is the issue in one they are siblings. It is bad for breeders to sell puppies from the same ... | |
| sick | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: My bichon is almost 2 years old. We've just been through a bout of gastro upset. For the past 2 ... A: I would be worried the vet hasnt found the cause why the vomiting happened in the first place, far ... | |
| sleepless nights :-( | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a Bichon Frise who will be 4 on Christmas eve.. she is brilliant and don't have many problems ... A: Bichons that live on a high dry diet tend to suffer with anal gland issues, it is likely this ... | |
| Lump on back | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: My do has a bout with throwing up and the runs for over 3 day...took to vet and she ate something ... A: lumps and benign cysts also sebaceous cysts , all on the back, I would have the vet check it out, ... | |
| Running away | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: My Bichion Frise is nearly 2 years old. She has always walked well with me on and off the lead and ... A: Could be one of many reasons usually though she may be coming into heat, but also Bichons go through ... | |
| Bichon | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: How much to feed 8 week old pup A: in the main you should stick to the diet the breeder used for at least 12 weeks, they should have ... | |
| Black Bichons | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: Can Bichon Frise come out black? A: Not unless they have been mated with another breed or the alleged bichon is not a full Bichon frise ... | |
| Red meat / Dairy? | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: this is in no way intended to sound cheeky but i was wondering if you could clarify something for ... A: Glad you asked me this, in reality Bichons are no more prone to allergies than any other dog. Some ... | |
| cross bijon frise/toy poodle | 10/27/2010 |
| Q: my dog Honey is 8 months and I have had her since she was 9 weeks old will pee outside but rarely ... A: there re nothing much here that isnt normal and in the main human induced.Its all back to basics I ... | |
| still jealous? | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: My bichon was 3 when I decided to get him a little maltipoo puppy as a friend, since I am not home ... A: no its not your imagination. Maltese whether they are full or half breeds are a very jealous doggy, ... | |
| 14 Week old bichon | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: This little guy makes me smile all the time , hes really funny and has a great personality , but ... A: Well firstly this is all normal behaviour , however it needs to be controlled so that you both can ... | |
| Bichon Frise puppy 12 weeks! need help!! ASAP | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: i bought my puppy when she was 8 weeks old, shes energetic and eating well but when she poo's there ... A: this can be diet related, stress related and vaccine related , no matter what it is normal for a ... | |
| Unusual Behavior - Urinating in House | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: My female Bichon is about 15 months old and she is potty trained, however, she has recently started ... A: she is simply coming of age and you are what she wishes to protect, this will pass if you just ... | |
| Cataracts | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering how your dog was doing with the cataracts? I just found out that my Bichon has ... A: I used fresh but I suppose tinned and frozen could also be used and would be easier to prepare. ... | |
| Cataracts | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: I was wondering how your dog was doing with the cataracts? I just found out that my Bichon has ... A: this is how I combatted them both. Give lutein (HIGH) every day 20mg for 6 months Give eye bright ... | |
| PREGNANT OR NOT | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: we took our Bishon to a reputable breeder just over 5 weeks ago. 4 weeks later we took her to the ... A: I would get the vet to do a scan , that way you will not only see pups but how many and hopefully ... | |
| 14 month old Bichon girl behaviour | 9/18/2010 |
| Q: our little lady has started barking constantly, but everytime anyone goes to stroke her or play all ... A: they go through a few development stages that means effectively they go backwards for a few months, ... | |
| Lumps under ears | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: My Bichin Frise, has two swollen lumps under his ears at teh base of his jaqline, he is 6 months old ... A: salivary gland infection is not as common as lymph node issues but they are common enough across all ... | |
| bichon frise | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: i have a 4 yr old bichon who never makes a mess in the house but has started pooing and it is very ... A: The diarrhea may be associated with his diet as is the scratching. I would initially alter his diet ... | |
| Derby | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: Derby, my 4year old bichon frise wont stop peeing on the bed no matter what i do to tell her how ... A: firstly Bichons have a knack of being stubborn and they play to attention both good and bad.Dogs ... | |
| Tail Amputation | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: Billy, our 11 years old Bichon Frise, must have his tail amputated due to a large sebacious cyst. ... A: I am sorry to hear of Billys ailments , there will be some residual care needed after surgery but ... | |
| Red Stains on Bischons | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: We are considering adopting a rescue Bischon and were told that she has the red saliva that stains ... A: they dont have red saliva , the red stains you see on most white dogs are caused by a bacteria that ... | |
| hoarse | 9/9/2010 |
| Q: my year old bichon dougal as become hoarser as the day has wore on. he can barely be heard tonight ... A: being in the UK and the season this could be either a cold or kennel clough start giving him ... | |
| bichon slowing down | 9/6/2010 |
| Q: My bicon is 9. Recently I have noticed she is slowing down quite a bit - she used to run around ... A: of curse we all slow with age , however if she has crystals then this too will make her feel ... | |
| 8 month old female bichon | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: My 8 mo. old female bichon is acting strangely all the sudden-she is extremely loving to everyone, ... A: initially it sounds like the usual fear factor which occurs to all Bichon breeds between 8 months ... | |
| bichon | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: our 9 year old dog has been peeing on the couch off and on for the last 6 months..I notice that he ... A: I am not a vet and advise a FBC , which all dogs should have at this age anyway, its like our own ... | |
| loosing hair | 8/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1.5 yr old male Bichon. He is loosing hair the upper parts of his legs on the back. He is ... A: There are a few issues that can cause hair loss, biting due to a skin allergy could be fleas or ... | |
| weight of puppy | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: We have a 14 week old Bichon that I recently took to his first vet visit. I was told he weighs ... A: Well how can a vet state that unless he has seen the parents of this pup, at 14 weeks I would expect ... | |
| depressed bichon | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: My 8 month old male bichon has recently had his hair cut very short and since then he seems to of ... A: why was he cut so short, was he matted ? Suggest placing treats outside his crate to encourage him ... | |
| bleeding 10 year old bichon | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: My 10 year old female bichon who is spayed is been bleeding whenever she is going for peefor the ... A: this is common for the breed , please follow my instructions give doggy high levels of cranberry ... | |
| Crate Training a Bichon Frise | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: I gave recently rehomed a 10 month old Bichon the original owner stated the dog was trained. On ... A: crate training isnt a fix for overnight it takes a few weeks for the dog or cat to get it right, but ... | |
| Always wants to be with me. | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: We have had our 18 month old bichon for around 6 weeks and she is settling in to our family nicely ... A: How quickly your puppy becomes 'clean' indoors depends entirely on how vigilant YOU are. Prevention ... | |
| Matted Hair | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old male Bichon Frise. For the first 2 years of his life, I had him professionally ... A: Oh Nicole I really feel for you both after such a horrendous incident. Firstly the recovery will ... | |
| quirky behavior | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a bichon who is 20 months old, male and neutered. We got him from a very reputable breeder ... A: At this age Bichon Frise tend to go through a weird related issue rather like a fear stage, it can ... | |
| overweight bichon | 7/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a male bichon he will be 2 in October, he is very overweight, he weighs 14 kg i have had him ... A: i cannot legally override the vets advice , however i can state that royal canin isnt one brand i ... | |
| Dogs | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: I plan on adding a German Shepherd puppy to the family and I have a 4 year old female Bichon. I love ... A: I would get a female , introduce them slowly and dont favour one over the other, if the GSD is a pup ... | |
| Bichon Litter size? | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: My bichon is pregnant and had an Xray and found out she is having six puppies. The vet seemed to ... A: The vet is somewhat crazy this is an average size for a Frise litter, even Maltese who are far ... | |
| breeding my bichon | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: my Bichon is 10 months and is coming into season, is it ok to breed her now? I would like 1 litter ... A: That is inconceivable. The dog must be about 2 years before being bred and only if she has been ... | |
| My Bichon keeps licking herself | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: Lily my 3 year old Bichon frise, keeps licking her fur. So much that it is getting matted and now ... A: suggest take dog off commercial foods start giving a more natural diet, check for fleas if fleas ... | |
| bichon frise | 6/27/2010 |
| Q: how often should i trim a bichon frise A: A bichon can be cut every four weeks depending upon how short you want it. They should start being ... | |
| Liver disease in my Bichon | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: My eight year old Bichon Frise all of a sudden had three convulsions these have not returned. Then ... A: Liver disease is more common than we tend to think in these breeds and the vet is doing all he/she ... | |
| seizures | 6/17/2010 |
| Q: only lasting seconds but still very stressful, he is also of his back legs and has become rather ... A: I shall be blunt yes I think some preparations need to be made as he is coming to the end of his ... | |
| peeing in house | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: i have a 11 month old bichon who would never go outside to use the bathroom, he has always gone on ... A: He is in what is developmentally referred to as the teenage years, imagine he is a teenage boy ... | |
| food allergies | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: my bichon has food allegies, i having to buy some high price dog which is very costly that didn,t ... A: I would place the dog on an elimination diet and over 3 weeks find exactly what she isnt tolerating. ... | |
| bichon barking at rabbits and squirrels | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a 2.5 year old adopted at age 8months bichon. He was given up because the original owners ... A: what people forget is that the Frise is a terrier type dog, it is thought of as a lap dog when in ... | |
| tests | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: have 5 yr. old male bichon that has developed cateracts. i feel asthough some thing systemic is ... A: The vet will be checking for a variety of illness, ranging from Liver disease to epilepsy . Start ... | |
| Bishon urinating in the house. | 6/6/2010 |
| Q: my bishon is a bishon cockapoo mix and he wont stop urinating in the house D:! personally i think it ... A: Remove it and allow him to walk through it for a few days, throw a ball through the open gap to ... | |
| No eye halo | 6/5/2010 |
| Q: I am in the process of getting a bichon puppy. The puppy I have picked out does not have the dark ... A: this is really likely to be late development I suggest that giving him some kelp in his diet only a ... | |
| Behavior correction | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: Our 7mo. old Bichon male has decided that when we either pick up his leash or say "come on lets go" ... A: Dont shout come on lets go, the leash should be used for working as such you should wait until the ... | |
| Bishon urinating in the house. | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: my bishon is a bishon cockapoo mix and he wont stop urinating in the house D:! personally i think it ... A: Either way males scent in the home , that is what a male will always do. Just if you catch him say ... | |
| schedule for my bichone frise | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: about two months ago i was gifted a bishon frise and she is great. the only problem is she doesn't ... A: OH HI its all about being patient yet consistent, start to move the papers towards the back door ... | |
| Bischon Frise worming | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 male Bischon Frise pups, 9 months old. I worm them on a regular basis, last time being ... A: I would advise giving a touch of garlic in their food and check for fleas as this is usually how ... | |
| Information needed on my Bichon Frise | 5/31/2010 |
| Q: Okay i have A LOT of questions about my puppy.. I am a brand new owner of a 9 week old Bichon Frise. ... A: Unfortunatley you are approaching owning a new pup in the wrong manner.Separation anxiety is the ... | |
| New Puppy | 5/27/2010 |
| Q: firstly, I would like to say i think what you are doing here is fantastic, and want to thank you for ... A: Firstly ask how they have been socialised, wormed, have parents been health tested, if so you should ... | |
| Tear Staining & Obsessive Licking | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: Ok, I have 2 questions so thought I'd ask them both in one message :) I have a 4 year old male ... A: I am afraid its allergy based either to pollen , having the sun come out will increase his allergies ... | |
| Bichon Puppy Hair Loss | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I am about to purchase two Bichon female pups. The breeder has just sent me pics and the puppies ... A: Firstly I would not recommend getting two pups from the same litter, they will always have sibling ... | |
| Bichon puppy, biting agressive | 5/19/2010 |
| Q: My 10 week old Bichon has suddenly started biting aggressively. More so with me rather than my ... A: this is very normal so dont worry: Mouthing and Biting Behaviour in Puppies From approximately five ... | |
| Is my Bichon Frise jealous of my baby | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: Unfortunately since coming home this has happened 3 more times. Is he jealous of our daughter and ... A: The dogs are displaying jealousy in pack order. Yes they will also show some signs of jealousy ... | |
| crying | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: my bichon is 9 weeks old and continently crying even when he has been cuddles and played with he ... A: Heidi at 9 weeks he is missing his litter mates and his mummy. It is a traumatic time for these ... | |
| female not coming into heat | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: I know the breeder want to get a dog from. She has a one year old female and she is going to sell it ... A: There can be many reasons why a young female doesnt come into heat, but in this case it is likely ... | |
| Poor condition of coat after spaying | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: Our year old Bichon was recently spayed. Her coat seems to have reverted back to the 'cotton wool' ... A: This has nothing to do with her spay, its what is commonly referred to as blowing her coat and is ... | |
| red stains around the eyes and mouth due to excessive licking | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise is 7 months old. He had an ear infection and we took him to the vet. He also at the ... A: THis is not just a cosmetic issue and is likely an intolerance to something used or eaten initially. ... | |
| Want to breed our male Bichon- super dog | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: How do we find someone with a Bichon bitch looking to breed. We are in Upstate NY. Our Male Bichon ... A: please dont take what I am about to say the wrong way. Firstly looking at your handsome doggy I ... | |
| BITING | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: My bichon is 4.5 mo old and he wants to bite on us continueally and he pulls my pants leg every ... A: however it can become annoying. Mouthing and Biting Behaviour in Puppies From approximately five ... | |
| HOW MUCH TO FEED A BICHON | 4/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a 3 yr old Bichon that was rehomed to us. A family member says to feed her 1/2 cup of dry ... A: Feeding is always based on the individual foods being given , if using a commercial diet you MUST ... | |
| bichons | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: what is good for them to eat? like what do you recommend or whats healthy for them? A: I have all of mine on a natural diet that is mostly meat and veggies with some fruits but no grains ... | |
| bichon frise | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: When a Bichon is a baby is it normal to have apricot ears? A: Yes it is absolutely normal to have peach ears and occasionally a peach spot on the back, it can ... | |
| Peeing in house | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have two bichons a male and female that are both 5 years old. I have a question about each! ... A: sorry for delay had some trouble getting into the system. I would suggest crate training the male ... | |
| Bichon weight | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I am wondering if a bichon-poo would weigh more than a bichon. My Bichon was a rescue and at 4 ... A: Lori I also suggested that he has only 1 meal per day. I also suggested that you stand over him and ... | |
| Bichon weight | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I am wondering if a bichon-poo would weigh more than a bichon. My Bichon was a rescue and at 4 ... A: actually many at 4 months would weigh 10lbs and some more. I would need you to look at him from ... | |
| OSMANDS SHOWGLO | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: in a recent question /answer you said to put osmanods showglo %26 spirulina in the dogs food. i ... A: You can use Mr GRoom Vitagroom which is the same as osmonds ... | |
| bichon frise very subdued with dry nose | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: She has been very subdued recently and we have noticed she has a dry nose we are worried because ... A: personally I dont give my dogs rawhide as it has a tendency to stay within the stomach or stay ... | |
| bichon coat matting | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: my bichon Dougal is 10 months his coat is now really thick and lovely. he has a very active ... A: There are many that you can use, but the most important part is the daily combing , always use a ... | |
| strange behavior | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: For the second time in a week our 3 year old male is acting very strangely. After his walk this ... A: Yes it could be but it could be alot of things. I take it the vet examined his rear legs for ... | |
| how much to feed - overweight? | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: At the moment i give 75g of dry science plan puppy food topped with about 50g of wet food james well ... A: The simplistics is this more dogs now are obese since the introduction of convenience foods rather ... | |
| my bichon frise when we don't pay attention to him will pee out of spite and nips us when he plays | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: how can I fix this problem, my bichon is 14 months old and a very good dog, we try to take him on a ... A: if he gets the exercise outside they tend also to defecate and urinate in that area as it tells ... | |
| my bichon frise when we don't pay attention to him will pee out of spite and nips us when he plays | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: how can I fix this problem, my bichon is 14 months old and a very good dog, we try to take him on a ... A: ha ha this is a boy who is going through his teenage years and just like humans of that age they ... | |
| Crate taining our bichon puppy | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: We have a 16 week old bichon frise puppy, who is very good at going outside to potty when there is ... A: CRATES AND HOUSEBREAKING BY VIVIAN BREGMAN � Copyright January, 2005 - 2005 Per kind ... | |
| overweight bichon | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: i have a very fussy and overweight bichon,, he is 2yrs old since we have had our patterdale pup he ... A: A dogs digestive tract and system is made to accept this type of diet. You may warm it through as ... | |
| barking | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: I adopted an adorable bichon 3 years old. Her owner had to go into hospice. She barks constantly but ... A: Yes this is inevitable and must be addressed asap. I take it that she isnt crate trained, as such ... | |
| Honking or Gagging | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: Sometimes our Bichon Frise/Cavalier King Charles spaniel mix will start "honking" or gagging. She ... A: It is common amongst all the toy group and unless it is caused through a small trachea which is ... | |
| overweight bichon | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: i have a very fussy and overweight bichon,, he is 2yrs old since we have had our patterdale pup he ... A: OK this is common and must be addressed as a matter of urgency. Dry foods (all ) are sprayed with ... | |
| Newly aggressive Bichon | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: My parents have a wonderful Bichon name Teddy. He's close to ten years old now and has always been a ... A: Sadly when dogs in a pack notice that one is not progressing as one but due to illness is slowing ... | |
| bichon not walking | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: We have a 2 yr old bichon frise bitch and are having trouble getting her to walk any length these ... A: THis is all normal for a bichon frise, when they mature they simply slow down and rely more to blitz ... | |
| aggression | 2/22/2010 |
| Q: my 3 and a half yr old male bichon who up until the last twelve months was so loveable has become so ... A: This is becoming increasingly more common. Is he neutered which may help, he is guarding his most ... | |
| My dog is overweight and I need help on how to start a diet for him. | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 yr old male Bichon Frise and we have been told that he is overweight. We take him on 3 ... A: First I am glad that you are taking these steps, it wont be easy but it will be beneficial for you ... | |
| breeding my bichon frise | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: At what age should I stop breeding my bichon frise? A: That depends on you, many males are used throughout their natural lives, some are unscrupulously ... | |
| Fast Eating/Vomiting | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 7 year old male that quickly scarfs down his food at meal time. More and more recently he ... A: This is normal for dogs who were deprived by the breeder. You will need to buy a bowl that is made ... | |
| skin tags on my bichon | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: Our bichon seems to have what looks like skin tags on her back, head and feet. They dont seem to ... A: simply have a vet look over to remove possibility of skin cancer, usually associated with older dogs ... | |
| Nose colour | 2/10/2010 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise is just coming up to three years old now. Up until about 4/5 months ago she had a ... A: many people believe its a diet issue but in reality if the diet isnt changing then this is highly ... | |
| Overweight Bichon | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: My bichon is overweight he weighs 12kilos the vet says he should be no more than 7, he easts very ... A: Bichons weigh as much as they do in comparison to height, Can I see a pic . To determine if a ... | |
| Bichon | 2/6/2010 |
| Q: Honey is just over one year old. She does not want to eat early in the morning, but frequently will ... A: THis is a common occurrence for all dogs, the yellow bile is due to her tummy being very empty, I ... | |
| marking in the house | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: We have a five year old Bichon. He has been crate trained and after five great years he has began ... A: Why on earth would you need to get rid of him because he is showing the world that HE loves YOU. If ... | |
| diet for bichon frise | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: we have a female 2 yr old bichon frise.she is a great little thing,great personality and although ... A: please try to avoid a dry diet , they do not have any impact on teeth cleanliness whatsoever but can ... | |
| Bichons weight | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 year old male Bichon and was wondering how much is too much for him to weigh? He is ... A: Weight should be proportionate to build. Many are getting bigger these days due to improper gene ... | |
| Bichon uritating +Shaking | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: I have an adopted 2 year old, male Bichon. he's trained to urinate when we take him out on walks. ... A: Well to be honest I would take him to the vet for a check over, there are many different reasons why ... | |
| FOOD | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: how much are you suppose to feed a 17 month old bichion frise? A: that depends on the size of the dog. Normally though a bichon if fed a natural diet is on 170 g ... | |
| should i get a 2nd dog | 1/22/2010 |
| Q: i have a nine month old bichon Dougal. As a child and an adult i have had many dogs german ... A: He will return to normal shortly but keep up with training. The decision is yours but I would hold ... | |
| 5 yr old male Bichon Frise with tiny red spot in inner ear that is painful | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: My Bichon has always been healthy. He has never had ear infections. I noticed today he was shaking ... A: The red area is due to him scratching he has ear mites possibly. Your groomer is wrong you do not ... | |
| should i get a 2nd dog | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: i have a nine month old bichon Dougal. As a child and an adult i have had many dogs german ... A: The urination issue is nothing to do with loneliness its a stage they all go through, just simply ... | |
| bishon frise | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: hi i have a bishon frise and it is very adorable but him very new to dogs and i don't know what to ... A: Amy please make contact with your breeder who should have given you a comprehensive list , I find ... | |
| About my bichon | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: My bichon is just over 1yrs old. He is very fussy with his food. He dose not eat canned dog food or ... A: Raw meaty bones are excellent if eaten supervised as are vegetables pureed so that they can be ... | |
| Licking | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise, Bear, is somewhere between 1-2 years old and he licks everything. He licks spots on ... A: aw this is normal for all young dogs not just this breed. Now how to stop it (eventhough it makes me ... | |
| Urinating in house | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4yr old Male Bichon that is potty trained and also has a dog door he uses to go outside. ... A: I will tell you why a dog pees first then you may understand why he is doing this because if an ... | |
| housebreaking | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I am at my wits end!! We have a six month old bichon that we adopted from a reputable breeder at 8 ... A: I know this is going to sound like "oh yeah" but trust me this is easy to do but requires you to ... | |
| Maltese whining for no reason | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: Our family Maltese has started whining for no apparent reason. DEC 31 she turned 1 and on Jan 1 she ... A: Firstly what is her age , I am assuming she is under 1 year old ? There are sometimes triggers that ... | |
| Please help | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: To make this short I have a 9 yr old bichon who keeps jumping and fighting my 12 yr old schitzu and ... A: It is always sad when the dogs that have been so close start to behave in this manner. To understand ... | |
| Please help | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: To make this short I have a 9 yr old bichon who keeps jumping and fighting my 12 yr old schitzu and ... A: how old is the other dog , are they spayed neutered and is one dog receiving more attention than the ... | |
| bichon frise | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: what is the best food for my bichon i am giving him royal cannin twice a day ,but he has alot of ... A: initially it should always be assessed by the vet in case it is one of many underlying eye disorders ... | |
| bichon frise | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: what is the best food for my bichon i am giving him royal cannin twice a day ,but he has alot of ... A: RC is useless in my absolute honest opinion with this breed type. Change to raw natural food and all ... | |
| Pink upper lid on my bichon | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: My bichon is 3 years old and has just gotten a pink upper lid. Does she have pink eye? It's always ... A: I would give her some kelp in the diet and increase fish oils, pigment at this age does tend to ... | |
| diet | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: then either white fillet of fish with a abit or brown an white rice then for his tea he has a stew i ... A: Place tabs whole in his food, under 8 months small dogs require 3 meals per day over 8 months reduce ... | |
| housetraining my 12 week old bishon | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: after play,food and sleep but he just holds it in until he comes back inside. when i see that he ... A: No the best way is to crate train him, you will need to cover 3/4 of the crate with a light sheet , ... | |
| diet | 12/6/2009 |
| Q: then either white fillet of fish with a abit or brown an white rice then for his tea he has a stew i ... A: what you are doing is dangerous for your puppy, dogs should never eat onions under any circumstances ... | |
| housetraining my 12 week old bishon | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: after play,food and sleep but he just holds it in until he comes back inside. when i see that he ... A: This comes down to the breeder who hasnt started trainig properly. It is easy to resolve and this is ... | |
| Lots and lots of questions | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: So I have a lot of questions. I am thinking of getting a new bichon frise puppy that is 8 weeks old. ... A: A good breeder is one that does not breed simply because they can, they breed to better the lines, ... | |
| Food Allergies | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise has an allergy and i am feeding him james wellbeloved biscuits. Which wet dog food ... A: Giving real food is not your issue here, you must run an elimination diet and I have listed this on ... | |
| Food Allergies | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise has an allergy and i am feeding him james wellbeloved biscuits. Which wet dog food ... A: I would take him off JWB dried foods, there are many reports from owners with the same problem using ... | |
| bichon puppie | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: i have a bichon puppie 17 weeks old why is the fur round her eyes a dirty brown how can i get rid of ... A: Suggest take off all food containing dyes try a more natural approach truste me it works. Then go to ... | |
| Peeing in House | 11/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a Bischon frise poodle who is 3 years old and is housebroken and has a doogie door to go ... A: Use a good disinfectant that has no ammonia in to get rid of the smell which will attract her to the ... | |
| Does a Bichon really need a jacket? | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: My bichon is a year old and we just moved from the south to a colder climate. My neighbor said my ... A: well that deoends on how short the coat is and how the dogs lives generally. So, if the coat is ... | |
| Crating Bichon Frise | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: I have an 8 year old Bichon Frise X (I think with a poddle). I adopted him from the SPCA. I crate ... A: OK sorry I misundersttod you, if the dog isnt being exercised he will gain weight due to high ... | |
| Crating Bichon Frise | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I have an 8 year old Bichon Frise X (I think with a poddle). I adopted him from the SPCA. I crate ... A: well because of the age of the doggy and he is a rescue I would be cautious about the length of time ... | |
| Bichon Frise peeing in house | 10/26/2009 |
| Q: I have two male Bichon Frises. One is 7 years old and is fully housebroken while my other 19 month ... A: this is all normal behaviour with 2 young males in the house.Please read the post I am giving you, ... | |
| Bichon Frise bleeding | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: We have a 2 year old female, who has been fixed. She is taking a very long time to pee, and we ... A: In my experience surgery is the option now , It is very important for you to alter her diet ... | |
| Bichon Frise bleeding | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: We have a 2 year old female, who has been fixed. She is taking a very long time to pee, and we ... A: Any bleeding from the urinary tract is a worry as such please take her to a vet. This is likely to ... | |
| 10 week bichon pup and chew toys | 10/12/2009 |
| Q: I was told not to give my 10 week old bichon pup any toys, only a blanket. She has to get two more ... A: I think anyone giving such poor advice needs to understand how a dogs mind works. You should be ... | |
| itching/Worming/fleas | 10/5/2009 |
| Q: We have a lovely 11 week old Bichon pup, we have had her since she was 8 weeks and she is wonderful! ... A: It is more likely to be her diet. I would change her food and try to give more real food rather than ... | |
| diet | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a very well behaved, very happy Bichon Friese who is on the raw food diet. At 16 months, how ... A: at 16 months he should be aeting just 1 per day and no more than 175g of all food intake on the raw ... | |
| How much is too much food? | 10/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a 8 yr old Bichon and I feed him twice a day. He gets 1/2 cup of dog food for Mature dogs. ... A: Depends on his frame, he sounds like he has become used to the food. Start to introduce low calorie ... | |
| 1 year old bichon neutered | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: please have you any advice to give me my 1 year old bichon was neutered 5 days ago and since she ... A: well I am very surprised, I would take back to vet in case stitches are too tight. Other than that ... | |
| crying and scratching... | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: . i have a 3 month old bichon called molly that i have had for nearly 4 weeks... in the 4 weeks i ... A: it is very important that you start crate training this little one. All of these probelmsa re puppy ... | |
| skin irritation | 9/24/2009 |
| Q: My 2 year old is plagued with skin irritation and sores. I have had to numerous vets, and he has ... A: Sorry for delay in answering , the system didnt tell me you were here. Simple solution would be ... | |
| 9 week old Bichon pup | 9/20/2009 |
| Q: I have noticed today that my 9 week old female pup had a slight bit of blood in her poo thismorning. ... A: In reality she still should not be outside, the vaccination protcol has not finished and you ARE ... | |
| aggressive with food | 9/19/2009 |
| Q: please please help, we have a 14 week bichon friese, she is a growler especially with food, she ... A: Ok so we know that her crate aka den is her special place, so it must not be used for food. ... | |
| Bischon | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: My 6 yr old Bischon has started to poop in the house. He has addisons disease and is being treated ... A: If a dog has mucous in its stool it is being caused by something within either his diet or his ... | |
| bichon halo | 8/27/2009 |
| Q: what the heck is a halo on a bichon? ANSWER: Hiya Debbie the halo is the pigmentation surrounding ... A: Yes , but with many bred these days due to poor management of the gene pool its often missing as is ... | |
| 10 yr. old bichon frise biting | 8/24/2009 |
| Q: My 10 yr. old bichon, Mia, bit a 5 yr. old last year when cornered. We have since kept her in her ... A: There are a number of reasons why she ahs reacted in this way, I would take her to the vet and ask ... | |
| Bischon hyperactive dominant and bites will neutering help? | 8/21/2009 |
| Q: please help my Bischon is 10 weeks old ive had him since he was 8 weeks. He has started to bite and ... A: this is all just so normal you wouldnt believe it, please dont panic, he is treating you as his ... | |
| change in bichon behavior | 8/20/2009 |
| Q: We have a 8 month old, male nuetered bichon. He is crate trained and is completely house broken. ... A: this is not unusual for the breed giving his age. Many Bichons go through a teenage temper period at ... | |
| Can;t Make It Through the Night | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: My 6mnth old female bichon is doing really well with housetraining. At night I take her outside @ 10 ... A: it could be that she isnt being stimulated enough for her age, I suggest a long walk before bed and ... | |
| maltese | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I keep reading when looking at maltese pups for sale ads about restrictions and endorsements or the ... A: if a bloodline is excellent and can be an asset to any existing bloodline in any country then in ... | |
| Crying All Night | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased a 10-week old male bichon from a breeder. He is an absolute delight during the day ... A: This will abate in time just be patient, I would always advise placing a cover over the crate for ... | |
| Bichon has bad skin condition | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: has been chewing her back leg on and off over the last few months. It has only been the last 2 ... A: many bichons breeds have an intolerance to that particular food and have developed skin problems , ... | |
| pregnant bichon frise not eating. | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: My bichon is now about 8 weeks pregnant and still isn,t showing any signs of an increased appetite. ... A: ok so imagine that you are a pregnant female human, in your first trimester, would you see an ... | |
| 9 year old Max is sounds like he is choking | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: My 9 year old Bijon Frise, Max, has started making choking and gagging noises. He has no problem ... A: Firstly is he overweight, if so immediately control that. Secondly toy breeds do have a tendency to ... | |
| adopting a bichon | 8/7/2009 |
| Q: I am planning on adopting a 8 week old bichon puppy soon. I will be away at work 9 hours 4days a ... A: IN reality no , the pup will need to attach to the human present for the times it is awake . I think ... | |
| Re: Bichon Frise not eating. | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a 10 month old Bichon Frise bitch whom I've had from 12 weeks. Recently she has stopped ... A: if a veterinary condition has been ruled out by a vet, or you are not worried as she eats treats ... | |
| Bishon Eating House | 8/5/2009 |
| Q: Whenever I leave my Bishon (1 yr old), she destroys everything in my house. She has chewed holes in ... A: I really do understand how despairing this can be. But trust me there is a way to resolve this. It ... | |
| Bischon Frise | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: I have two bischon. One of them (he is 4) sometimes throws up his food. The vet does seem concern ... A: No milk is not good for them, they dont need it and in fact all it will do is encourage vomiting, ... | |
| pregnancy | 7/27/2009 |
| Q: our 7mo. old female was bred by our male,even though she had a belt on. this was in her 3rd week of ... A: Ok there are two things that can be done , one is to leave alone and risk a pregnancy, that ... | |
| Whining all the time | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a male Bichon that just turned 2 years old. He has always whined and until recently I have ... A: Im sorry for delay in answering I was at show with some of mine. Listen basically you have answered ... | |
| bichon frise | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 18 month old female bichon frise that we have had since she was 2 months old. We crate ... A: It does not last that long and needs working through as a family. Reassure the dog that all is ok ... | |
| bichon puppy nipping | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: My 11 week old bichon puppy is frequently nipping and sometimes biting. We adopted her at 8 weeks. ... A: let me assure you that this is NORMAL behaviour. From approximately five weeks of age until teething ... | |
| bichon frise | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: ive got a 9 month old bichon the problem we got with him is that when we take him for a walk his ... A: suggest place on SHORT leash and keep to heel for a few weeks, stop frequently and use single words ... | |
| Should I get a dog? | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I am in need of companionship and love dogs. I have researched for a long time now, and believe ... A: no way can any bichon be left for those time periods. At this moment in time I feel it would be ... | |
| diet | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: were currently giving her dried purina beta with a little water with grated cheese for breakfast ... A: the diet she is on I would much rather was changed for her sake. Foods I recommend are : Chicken ... | |
| bichon frise | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: How do you train a 2 year old bichon frise to pee on the training pad not to the side of it. Also so ... A: boy dogs will do that its normal, suggest neutering. Barking oplace on leash and walk him to the ... | |
| older rescued dog | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: i rescued a bitch last year she was in a bad state, she does not interact at all if we pet her she ... A: All rescues have a legal obligation to determine if a dog is safe to be rehomed within a family ... | |
| bichon frise urinating in the house | 7/2/2009 |
| Q: I have an 11 year old bichon. He has always been well houstrained and very good about going ... A: This is likely due to condition age related, I would have him vet checked.Ask the vet to do a blood ... | |
| Housebreaking | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old Poochon female. She has never soiled her crate during the night (10:00 pm-8:00 ... A: emilee now dont take this the wrong way as it meant to be constructive, but I really dont think that ... | |
| Puppy biting | 5/27/2009 |
| Q: We recently purchased a bichon frise puppy from a breeder, but we are having doubts that he is a ... A: Pups bite, that I am afraid is how they socialise within a pack, you however are now his new pack ... | |
| ear infections in bichons frises | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a 4 month old bichon frise. he recently had an ear infection, we gave him the antibiotic, and ... A: some say to remove inner ear hair, but research shows that this isnt always the best way to prevent ... | |
| Puppy fur | 5/25/2009 |
| Q: We recently purchased a bichon frise puppy from a breeder, but we are having doubts that he is a ... A: Puppy coats can be straight early on, have him cut back and allow the coat to breakthrough , give ... | |
| chewing feet | 5/20/2009 |
| Q: tizzy is three years old she is always chewing and licking her feet. the fur is a dark brown ... A: this is clearly an intolerance to something she is eating or walking on, it could be commercial ... | |
| Breeding | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: How old can you breed a male bichon frise? A: A male will have the potential to mate after 4 months so be careful, but it is really better to ... | |
| IMHA | 4/30/2009 |
| Q: I read your answer advising a woman about her dog and wanted to thank you for making the ... A: May I express my sincere condolences to you and your family, may I also take this opportunity to ... | |
| How much should my Bichon weigh? | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: My Bichon is 7 months old and weighs 5 pounds. Is that small for this breed? At what age will she ... A: depends upon her genetic size. SO long as he is feeding well I wouldnt worry, worm her regularly ... | |
| shedule | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old bichon-poo.Ziggy wakes up between 4-6am.I take him out he pees and poohs.Then i ... A: after waking allow him to do toilet outside then bring back indoors, do not feed him until say 10am, ... | |
| puppy socialization | 4/20/2009 |
| Q: My 6 mo. Bichon goes to small dog and puppy play but when she is there she jumps on the other dogs ... A: she has not been socialised well by the breeder, this role is now yours, so take her to meet other ... | |
| bichon staining around inside legs and belly | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: Our bichon Monti,(9 years old ) has brown staining around his belly and the inside of his back legs, ... A: this staining is brought on by licking, so I suggest that you watch what you feed the little guy as ... | |
| Should we risk surgery? | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 14 year old Bichon Frise & she has recently been opened up a small tumor on the side of her ... A: the problem with tumours is this, on the skin surface they tend to look rather small in comparison ... | |
| Seperation Anxiety | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I have a 3 and ½ year old Bichon Fris. She is absolutely perfect until we have to go out and leave ... A: Ok so there are a few issues that surprise me here. One at times she is left for 8 hours, this is ... | |
| Squating to pee every 5 feet while on walk | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: My three legged Bichon (missing back leg) will be 6 in September. She got this leg amputated when ... A: Immediately place her on cranberry tablets three per day as this sounds like the start of stones or ... | |
| my Bichon Frise | 3/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 3/4 yr old male Bichon Frise. Due to an ongoing weight problem, I have cut out all but ... A: firstly we need to get some ballpark figures of how tall this Bichon is, weight is only an iaause if ... | |
| PUMPKIN | 3/22/2009 |
| Q: I UNDERSTAND 100% PUMPKIN IS A GOOD SUPPLEMENT OF FIBER. HOW OFTEN AND HOW MUCH CAN I FEED MY 5 ... A: I would try to give a balanced diet that includes pumpkin , cranberry, sterilised bonemeal, apple, ... | |
| How to stop adgressivnce towards children | 3/20/2009 |
| Q: He's great with everyone except for younger children. He's snap's at them if they get too close and ... A: Dogs that have been abused or have bitten before take time to adjust, the dog must learn that he is ... | |
| Bichon colouring | 3/6/2009 |
| Q: My Bichon is nearly 5months old and her pads are still quite pink, at what age should they change to ... A: THis is late coming through. could be genetic as such may not fully come through, but usually will ... | |
| Diet and toileting questions | 3/3/2009 |
| Q: I coparent 2 3-year old Bichons, and am thinking of taking them on full-time. How often should they ... A: Howard alot will depend upon how they ahve been looked after previously. Most Bichons like a good ... | |
| Bichon whimpers after running while playing | 3/2/2009 |
| Q: We have a great little guy that is now three years old. On a few occasions,after running hard, our ... A: MAny bichons will do this during the winter months, but after April if still no return to black, ... | |
| Bichon chewing furniture! | 2/25/2009 |
| Q: I have an 8 month old Bichon who likes to chew furniture and anything she's not supposed to chew. I ... A: Most will end this at about 28 weeks, but if she has some retained deciduous canines then this is ... | |
| Bichon chewing furniture! | 2/24/2009 |
| Q: I have an 8 month old Bichon who likes to chew furniture and anything she's not supposed to chew. I ... A: She is teething so unless you can distract her she will continue to chew on her favourite things, ie ... | |
| Odor from Bichons | 2/23/2009 |
| Q: My 2 and 1 year old bichons have suddenly started to emit a foul odor at their rectum. I have had ... A: suggesta change in the diet to a meat based one to supplement the dried food as Bichons shouldnt ... | |
| bichon frise | 2/14/2009 |
| Q: is a pink and black nose normal on a puppy also is an umbilicle hernia dangerous A: pigmentation can take up to 18 months and in some cases even longer to be set. I have known dogs ... | |
| Bichon with enlarged heart | 2/11/2009 |
| Q: I am a pet sitter for an 11 year old female Bichon on heart medicine for an enlarged heart. She is ... A: How lonmg has she been on prednisilone, as this is only really a short term solution and will cause ... | |
| Discount for buying 2 puppies from the same littler? | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: I have buyer wanting 2 puppies from the same litter and wants a discount. Is this normal? I don't ... A: I would advise against allowing two from one litter to one individual, littermates will tend to ... | |
| sneezing | 2/6/2009 |
| Q: My Bichon sneezes when he gets excited, usually when we are playing with his toys. Can you explain ... A: yes this is normal and most will do this, like us when a dog gets excited blood vessels expand in ... | |
| bishon | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: i have a 1 and a half boy bishon, and he is always licking on his private to where now it looks red ... A: Most young adult males will do this, suggset that you bathe him in some neem oils hampoo just in ... | |
| personality | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: My male dog is sweet playful and generally calm for a 6 month old puppy, except when we put him on a ... A: what I would do is not allow him the bed until he is able to make a decision on choosing his crate ... | |
| personality | 2/5/2009 |
| Q: My male dog is sweet playful and generally calm for a 6 month old puppy, except when we put him on a ... A: ha ha this made me smile. What do we expect from our dogs, we give them our kingdom then we expect ... | |
| house training | 2/2/2009 |
| Q: hi ive just adopted a 11 mth old female she is fantastic when she is in the same roon as some 1 but ... A: now this is commonly referred to as separation anxiety. She is still very young so if you follow our ... | |
| Aspirin and Bichons | 2/1/2009 |
| Q: How often can I give my Bichon (15 years old) a baby aspirin. Daily? He has arthritis and weak ... A: I am not a vet so cannot state officially, however buffered aspirin is what many owners use for dogs ... | |
| weight of puppy | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: we have a 13 week old bishon frise shi tzu cross he weighs 2.5 kg is this ok and how many grams of ... A: The packet of Hills comes with instruction on how to feed any breed and size of puppy or dog, as I ... | |
| weight of puppy | 1/31/2009 |
| Q: we have a 13 week old bishon frise shi tzu cross he weighs 2.5 kg is this ok and how many grams of ... A: I dont personally recommend any dried food plan, simply because dogs were not ever intended to eat ... | |
| Puppy Fur | 1/25/2009 |
| Q: Our Bichon puppy is 10 weeks old. His fur is all white except he has apricot on his ears and around ... A: At such a young age his coat will be sraight NOT curly, many people confuse Bichons with poodles. ... | |
| house breaking | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: We've had our Bichon Frise for almost 3 years. He was only 6 wks old when we got him. He was very ... A: Paula the very best way ahead is to go back to basic training, in cases like these which are rarer ... | |
| My Bichon... | 1/22/2009 |
| Q: my Bichon Skittles is 16 years old! She is turning 17 this July and is in great shape. She even runs ... A: What a wonderful age she has reached so far, and long may it continue. I would give her cranberry ... | |
| grooming? | 1/16/2009 |
| Q: At what age should I get my Bichon-shtzoo mix hair cut and what style do most use?. Also at what age ... A: well males can and will breed from about 4 months onwards, it has been seen on many occasions, so ... | |
| Bichon frise puppy | 1/14/2009 |
| Q: My bichon frise puppy doesn't like walking, he is afraid everytime he meets someone else on the way, ... A: this is normal when a puppy has not been well socialised by the breeder. It is I am afraid now your ... | |
| Anxiety...I think | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: We have a 10 week old male Bichon. He is a dream--a little psycho sometimes, but I assume that it's ... A: Yes you are correct , this is separation anxiety. Its easy to combat but needs you to remain ... | |
| Bichon/Maltese of Coton | 1/13/2009 |
| Q: How can I determine whether my pup is a Maltese or coton? As size is not really indicative, ... A: In all due respect without KC or AKC papers or a DNA test its hard to prove either way especially if ... | |
| Skin problems | 1/12/2009 |
| Q: My 6 month old bichon has recently begun to bite and scratch the top of his back legs (hip area) to ... A: Firstly Bob Martin isnt what I would use for this type of coat and this is far too frequent. A good ... | |
| Bichon with separation anxiety. | 1/11/2009 |
| Q: Is there any kind of way to calm a female bichon, when I leave the house for work are any thing she ... A: Firstly we need to address what the root cause is of her separation anxiety, then we can suggest how ... | |
| my Bichon puppy is only alone in her crate for 4 hours | 1/10/2009 |
| Q: my Bichon puppy is only alone in her crate for 4 hours in the morning, I come home for lunch for an ... A: I will be very honest here and I know its not what you want to hear. 8 hours in a crate with only ... | |
| runs in circles | 1/8/2009 |
| Q: I have an 8 year old female. (neutered) She has fits where she runs in circles growling as is ... A: When you say she has fits, do you mean seizures as these must be investigated by a qualified ... | |
| Bichon Frise Potty Training | 12/21/2008 |
| Q: Our new 15 weeks old female poppy came home last night and we purchase a crate for her. Today we ... A: This is so normal, it will take a few weeks to get her used to where YOU want her to potty, please ... | |
| urinating in house | 12/4/2008 |
| Q: My male Bichon is 3 years old and I cannot stop him from urinating/marking in the house.It even ... A: Dave at 3 he is at his prime sexually, this is a normal canine behaviour Please read the following ... | |
| crate training | 12/2/2008 |
| Q: My 8 week old Bichon goes potty every time I put her in the crate. I've tried putting her food ... A: I am rather saddened to read at just 8 weeks she is her new home, in reality she should NOT be yet ... | |
| potty training | 11/29/2008 |
| Q: she does go to the toilet in my back garden but if she is left unattended she will have accidents in ... A: any pup at this age has a small bladder and will have a few accidents, the problem will get better ... | |
| seizures in bichon | 11/21/2008 |
| Q: My bichon is 7 years old and the last 3 out of 4 times we went to the groomer she seizured soon as ... A: I think she needs a blood test at the vet, this can be one of two things, the dog is so very ... | |
| scratching | 11/18/2008 |
| Q: my bichon, male 9 weeks old is very seriously scratching his hind legs and ear? im worried as his ... A: Yes this is possible, also dont wash him in anything that smells nice , dont use carpet freshners ... | |
| Reply to you | 11/15/2008 |
| Q: . I want to try the things you suggested..but.. What food/Brand do you recommend to feed them? Now I ... A: 2 tsp dried ginger 1 pk active dry yeast 1 c warm chicken broth 2 tb molasses 1 3/4 ... | |
| bichon too territorial | 11/14/2008 |
| Q: My bichon is 11 years old and I am desperate. We moved 3 years ago and ever since if we move a piece ... A: I am afraid he is telling you to stop changing his life. at his age you need to compare it ti that ... | |
| red stains on fur | 11/11/2008 |
| Q: My Bishon Frise has red stains on his fur I was told this is from his saliva is this true? A: Tina to some degree yes its a build of of yeast and bacteria. Suggest 1) place three drops cider ... | |
| biting | 11/10/2008 |
| Q: my puppy is 16 weeks and is mouthing alot, he is quite lively and when he is playful he tends to go ... A: Craig its how you say it , I personally recommend yelping like the little guys litter mates would. ... | |
| whining | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: Our bichon Tuggsie has the habit of whining whenever we sit down, get on the phone or do things in ... A: I would simply have her evaluated at the vet due to her age, think of your granny and how she would ... | |
| Weeing in house | 11/9/2008 |
| Q: my bichon is 16 weeks old, he is very good at asking to go out when he needs a wee or poop however ... A: Craig but at 16 weeks the pup will have very little control over his motions. Crate train him as ... | |
| female bichon frise | 11/4/2008 |
| Q: my three year old bichon frise wont stop licking her bottom its either her tail or her bottom but ... A: worm her and also give her some scoot (www.bichonhotel.co.uk) this will clear her anal glands. ... | |
| 14 yo bichon | 11/2/2008 |
| Q: My older bichon has recently stopped eating and is occasionally throwing up a small amount of clear ... A: yes he is a lovely OAP, I suggest giving soft foods rich in vitamin B to encourage appetite, like ... | |
| Reply to you | 10/31/2008 |
| Q: . I want to try the things you suggested..but.. What food/Brand do you recommend to feed them? Now I ... A: many people feel uncomfortable feeding a barf diet, but its 100% natural and if done well will be ... | |
| skin itching and scabs | 10/30/2008 |
| Q: the weather in florida went from humid and real warm to somewhat cold and dry , since then my bichon ... A: Humidity is usually good for coats and skin of these dogs. I suggest the food or shampoo may be the ... | |
| Potty training | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: We have a 5 month Bichon. We have had him 2 months. We potty trained him to go outside to pee and ... A: ha ha like most bichons he is spoilt (mine too) if you give him wee pads inside he will always have ... | |
| Reply to you | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: . I want to try the things you suggested..but.. What food/Brand do you recommend to feed them? Now I ... A: I would use the honest kitchen in the USA or Bravo foods these have excellent natural diets that can ... | |
| 13 week old bichon puppy! | 10/28/2008 |
| Q: I have a 13 week old puppy who is having a few problem. 1. She always thinks I am playing when I am ... A: This is a very young pup no matter what the breed, as such she requires lessons in socialisation ... | |
| 9 month old boys ( bichon ) | 10/27/2008 |
| Q: Actually I have 2 questions. My Boys are very different in size and personality. Romeo hates to ride ... A: Bichons are not normally greedy , so long as they eat good quality food then they will be fine, ... | |
| food | 10/24/2008 |
| Q: How much do you feed an 11 week old pup? A: That would depend upon what diet you are using and how big the pup is. Each dog should be treated ... | |
| bichon | 10/23/2008 |
| Q: i have a bichon and lately he has been scratching like crazy he has done it so much he scratched ... A: Nikey hello I would change the diet to a raw one immediately go to my website and look for diet and ... | |
| Separation Anxiety | 10/22/2008 |
| Q: We recently adopted a 3 year old Bichon Frise. He wants to be with us every minute. How do we keep ... A: He needs to be crate trained (please read the info on my site www.eurobichons.com) This will take ... | |
| having a second puppy | 10/17/2008 |
| Q: i have a beautiful 6 month old girl bichon called daisy but as we are out at work all day im ... A: Denise there will always be issues about hieracrchy when two or more dogs exist in any social pack, ... | |
| ACCIDENTAL POOPING | 10/16/2008 |
| Q: MY 12 YR OLD BICHON, CASPER, HAS BEGUN HAVING PROBLEMS POOPING.. HE HAS HAD TO GO SO SUDDENLY THAT ... A: If he has been on any drugs with soporifiic effect he will be constipated suggest fibre in his diet. ... | |
| stud dog leaving his scent | 10/1/2008 |
| Q: i wonder if anyone can help. i have bought a 3 year old stud dog, who has been in kennels all that ... A: Stud dogs scent this is a fact of life , the only way to stop most of this is to have him castrated ... | |
| health | 9/30/2008 |
| Q: my bichon will be 14 in January. In the past 2 years I have seen a decline in health. He did train ... A: AT 14 i think he is a very lovely old man . I would suggest a vets visit for an OAP check up , I ... | |
| Loose motions | 9/28/2008 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise is 12 weeks old and has very loose motions particularly at night - waking every two ... A: one has to be careful it isnt an intestinal infection such as giardi or coccida. Suggest a vet ... | |
| bichon throwing up | 9/21/2008 |
| Q: My 8-yr/old bichon has been throwing up his kibbles. He eats purina one lamb and threw up in the ... A: Mara like humans even dogs occasionally feel unwell. Suggest no food for today then start again ... | |
| Not herself | 9/18/2008 |
| Q: My Bichon Frise,Missy is 10 yrs.old. Has always been active and healthy up until last week. She hurt ... A: salmon oil and a good diet that doesnt allow weight gain.She is likely to be in some pain hence not ... | |
| bichon puppy biting | 9/10/2008 |
| Q: We have a 10 week old, male bichon frise- Chutney.(We've only had him for a week). When he is ... A: Nadia what you are doing is incorrect, puppy biting is a normal part of socialisation and you must ... | |
| Bichon losing hair | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: We've taken in a Bichon (this is his THIRD home in six years). He has bald spots on him. His legs ... A: Sound ;like can be either or both stress or mites, wash in neem oil shampoo www.bichonhotel.co.uk ... | |
| Bichon Frise (low PLT) | 9/7/2008 |
| Q: I just got a Bichon puppy age 14weeks. He went for blood test and his PLT is 30 (the vet said the ... A: babesia gibsoni is a tick borne infection , if you follow vet advice the dog should be fine ... | |
| heart murmur in bichon | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: We just brought home our 10wk old ,male bichon named Chutney from a reputable breeder. When I took ... A: In honesty one vet will diagnose yet another not. Many will close fine and they remain healthy As ... | |
| potty training | 9/5/2008 |
| Q: i have read everything i can about potty training and i am trying my hardest but no luck. i have a ... A: you must crate train this dog, it teaches them control and management of the bladder and bowels. at ... | |
| Bichon bad behavior | 9/4/2008 |
| Q: I have 2 bichons which are about to turn 3 years old, they had training and we were getting along ... A: Just a phase , suggest go back to basic puppy training, this is quite normal especially for this ... | |
| bichon x | 8/31/2008 |
| Q: i have a female bichon x who is 11 months old. over the time we have had her (since she was 7 weeks) ... A: This is a common scenario with some bichons. I have one like this and her eating habits go over a 3 ... | |
| Scratching in morning | 8/30/2008 |
| Q: My 7 mth old Bichon Frise scratches excessively only in mornings when he wakes up. He has no fleas ... A: Salmon oil or duck fat are excellent to moisten the food. But what is far more important is a ... | |
| Scratching in morning | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: My 7 mth old Bichon Frise scratches excessively only in mornings when he wakes up. He has no fleas ... A: ensure he has access to water first thing in the am, also try natural filtered water. This could be ... | |
| Dog chewing on paws | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: My female has chewed on her paws to until she bleeds. Nothing has changed in her environment. I ... A: Please go to www.bichonhotel.co.uk Kimmie has my natural products that will put an end to these ... | |
| constant itching; scratching; red where biting; losing hair around the area | 8/29/2008 |
| Q: my mom has had a bichon for the last 8yrs; it seems like this time of yr.(aug) cesar starts having ... A: common problems only happen when the advice given by stupid breeders and owners becomes available. ... | |
| Bichon Frise (low PLT) | 8/27/2008 |
| Q: I just got a Bichon puppy age 14weeks. He went for blood test and his PLT is 30 (the vet said the ... A: Are you sure they are that low, if so has the dog eaten any rat poison or garden poison. The PLT is ... | |
| 9 Yr. Old Bichon Aggressive w/ Grandkids | 8/25/2008 |
| Q: I've read your previous answers about aggressive behavior due to the whole dominance issue. My male ... A: Oh Diane how my heart bleeds for you at this time. Old habits die hard, but he isnt too old to learn ... | |
| Male Bichon Frise Peeing in house | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: I have a male 1 1/2 year old Bichon who pees inside the house. He is one of the puppies of my other ... A: Male dogs will pee in the house the only way to stop them is to neuter them and or train them not to ... | |
| bichon frise | 8/22/2008 |
| Q: how do i find a mate for my male bichon? A: If only life was that simple.... First ask yourself , is he a good example of the breed, why do you ... | |
| Sisters dog | 8/21/2008 |
| Q: My sister has a bichon frise,she love the dog very much and is very attached to him. The only ... A: Bored dogs bark, its as simple as that! Exercise is very important , make him fetch, play ball and ... | |
| not eating dog food | 8/16/2008 |
| Q: i have a puppy that she is month old and all she want to eat is house food but i don't want to give ... A: At 1 month old she should not have yet left mum , so contact the breeder as this in the UK would be ... | |
| breeding | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: i want to start to breed my bichons but i dontknow nothing about it at all i would like to know from ... A: Too young Please log into my website and read about the necessary health tests, these MUST be done ... | |
| feeding bichons | 8/14/2008 |
| Q: i took my bichon (bundle) for a check up at the vets because he had the runs the vet told me to keep ... A: Ok the vet is correct, that diet isnt good enough for any dog on a long term basis. Suggest that ... | |
| Shedding Bichon Pup & Diet | 8/13/2008 |
| Q: My Bichon is 12 weeks and although his shedding was previously more noticable, it wasn't all over ... A: BF 1 raw fresh or frozen chicken wing green beans or garden peas, grated raw carrots or carrot ... | |
| Bichon not well | 8/11/2008 |
| Q: Bailey will be 5 in October. I took her to the vet for vomiting. She was given tummy coating meds ... A: Cindy try giving her some cranberry in her water, I would take back to vet immediately this isnt ... | |
| My bichon won't stop Barking! | 8/7/2008 |
| Q: I have had my 11 week old Bichon for 3 weeks now. She is a lovely dog but when ever we put her in ... A: this is so normal , she is communicating with you as her new itter mates, some are more vocal than ... | |
| bichon | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I have 10 months old Bichon, he pees frequentely and dreps all over the house, how often the bichon ... A: Need more information . At this age I assume that you are talking about scent marking, which is ... | |
| New Puppy | 7/31/2008 |
| Q: I know I've asked this question before, but the first time I accidently entered the wrong email ... A: Alot will depend on the type of breeder you use to breed the pup you want. Unsocialised pups are ... | |
| Bichon Puppies? | 7/30/2008 |
| Q: Our mother wants to get a little Bichon Frise (BF). I want her to get a puppy, having heard that ... A: Alot will depend on the type of breeder you use to breed the pup you want. Unsocialised pups are ... | |
| seperation | 7/22/2008 |
| Q: I have been looking after my sisters Bichon now since April 20th, all though the information I have ... A: This poor little boy is rather stage struck, he come to a newish house , who then have some pups, ... | |
| bichon weight | 7/13/2008 |
| Q: I have not been able to determine how much my bichon should weigh. He is 5 months old. A: a pups weight is determined by several factors: 1) Weight and size of parents and grandparents. ... | |
| My 12 yr old Bichon Frise has bad rough cough | 7/10/2008 |
| Q: I have a 12 yr old Bichon fries who has developed a bad rough sounding cough without bringing ... A: buffered aspirin , if in UK contact eurobichons@aol.com we have proper doggy ones for sale. Its ... | |
| pudgy puppy | 7/8/2008 |
| Q: I have a male Bichon, he is neutered and is a little over weight, he about 10 lbs and is 1 year and ... A: Ok I have this discussion at least twice per week there is no such thing as lean kibble, all kibble ... | |
| itching | 7/7/2008 |
| Q: what can I do to stop the scratching. There are no visable fleas, and we use oatmeal soap. Is ... A: yes there is lots you can do. start the raw food diet as soon as possible. Use non scented products ... | |
| bichon drooling | 7/6/2008 |
| Q: Our 13 month old male bichon always has a wet, light brown stain around his muzzle. It's not there ... A: My first question would be does the dog have a normal scissor bite, as many droolers have a bite ... | |
| bichon frise | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: my bichon frise is 12 weeks old and we got her 2 weeks ago. she was fine until 2day. she has puked 3 ... A: Many bichons react badly to what vets give them for worming, I did issue a health wanrning on my ... | |
| bichon frise | 6/28/2008 |
| Q: my bichon frise is 12 weeks old and we got her 2 weeks ago. she was fine until 2day. she has puked 3 ... A: What worming tabs did you give her, as some bichons react BADLY to some worm meds, if she has ... | |
| benedryl for itching | 6/27/2008 |
| Q: what is the recommded dose of benedryl for a bischon with itching A: 1-2mg per pound of dog Do not exceed 2mg But the real issue is what is causing the itching, you ... | |
| hot spots | 6/25/2008 |
| Q: My 7 month old bichon has developed hot spots on the top of her head, under and above her eye and ... A: I would agree with the vet, these have most likely been caused by flea bite allergy which during ... | |
| 1 year old bichons | 6/24/2008 |
| Q: i have two bichons a male and female. they are with us over a year now. recently the female bichon ... A: THis is all to do with you being pregnant, these dogs are very clever and feel they are being pushed ... | |
| My dog Pudge has IMHA | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: My dog Pudge has been diagnosed with IMHA. She was diagnosed a week and half ago. You can imagine ... A: I am not about to beat the bush on this one, sadly this disease is horrid, it is likely to result in ... | |
| my bichon wont stop itching | 6/23/2008 |
| Q: We are already giving our dog omega 3 tablets daily we have also changed her food 4 times plus we ... A: OK this is what I want you to do and it isnt a short term issue rather a long one that will take ... | |
| new bichon puppy | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: I have just purchased a 9 week old bichon puppy. The first night he wined for 20 minutes then fell ... A: getting a new puppy is a daunting task for us all, we all have to learn how to be part of that dogs ... | |
| Bichon Puppy-EYES | 6/22/2008 |
| Q: We just purchased a bichon frise puppy and we are a little worried about her eyes. You can see the ... A: Firstly how old is pup, suggest less than 12 weeks old.Eye conformation is all down to genetics. If ... | |
| Separation Anxeity | 6/18/2008 |
| Q: After 3 1/2 years my Bichon seems to be developing separation anxiety. From the time he was a ... A: The seizures can be a result of amny diffrent issues even stress. I would put on a radio channel for ... | |
| 7 year old Bichon female, peeing in the house | 6/16/2008 |
| Q: We have had our Bichon since she was a puppy and she is now 7. She used to be extremely good through ... A: This sounds to me more like a medical problem than a psychological one as such I stress , get her to ... | |
| Bichon-always sniffing for food | 6/15/2008 |
| Q: We have an 18 month old Bichon. We've had her since she was a puppy. About 7 months ago, we kenneled ... A: In a kennels it is nomal practice to use the kennel own food, which is likely what they have given ... | |
| Bichon agressive towards other dogs | 6/13/2008 |
| Q: We have a 3 year old bichon frise. He is very sweet to all humans, and gets along well with other ... A: This is an issue of retraining, keeping on a leash close to your side. Encourage healthy sniffing, ... | |
| motion sickness?? | 6/12/2008 |
| Q: Can you help? We have a 4 n a half month female bichon and have noticed for a few wks occasionally ... A: The best way to combat this is to do little journeys of 5 mins then stop, get out of the car and ... | |
| Puppy not eating | 6/9/2008 |
| Q: We have a 4 1/2 month bichon female,last month she went off her food and developed a dry hacking ... A: This is what I would do if she ws mine give her ecinachea daily to build her immunity to KC for the ... | |
| My bichon looks creme not white, | 6/5/2008 |
| Q: I just got my Bichonfrom a woman who said she was selling them for a friend so i wasnt able to see ... A: You do not say how old she is, but from what you wrte I assume under 18months old. Peachy ... | |
| Lifting LEG!! | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: ..I just dont know what to do!!!!! I just want to cry because I LOVE BRADY SO MUCH BUT I JUST CANT ... A: This is all normal so please dont fret, its all about going back to basics, I have many boys and ... | |
| Bichon Frise | 6/3/2008 |
| Q: 4 year old male has severe problems walking on his hind legs. Has had injections for 4 weeks no luck ... A: HAs the dog been checked over for slipping patella , that can be caused either genetically or ... | |
| Bichon Frise | 5/29/2008 |
| Q: At what age is a Bichon considered full grown? A: Toy breeds in general all considered fully grown at 10 months , some maybe 11 months, they should ... | |
| Bichon biting & crate training | 5/26/2008 |
| Q: My family recently brought home a 8 week old male Bichon Poo. At first he was loving and playful. ... A: THis is called mouthing and is how pups play with their siblings what you need to do is to assert ... | |
| Cranberry Suppliment | 5/23/2008 |
| Q: I have a 17mth old Bichon girl, Sophia. She recently had a UTI and I am wondering if a cranberry ... A: available from www.bichonhotel.co.uk They are a must please log into my health site to read how ... | |
| bullying bichon | 5/22/2008 |
| Q: We recently adopted a 10 month old male bichon(alfie) whos had a hard time so far.We will be his 3rd ... A: Ok you hit the nail right on the head, what you must do is to help build Alfies confidence up by not ... | |
| Peeing | 5/21/2008 |
| Q: My bichon will be three in July, he went thru crate training and was great. He is a boy and he ... A: Is he neutered would be my first question ? If not then I suggest that is nothing more than ... | |
| PLS HELP, I NEED ADVICE FOR MY BICHON!!! | 5/18/2008 |
| Q: I bought a lovely Male bichon frise who is nearly 7 months old (I named him Teddy Bear, Teddy for ... A: this will all take time, he has had 7 months poor ownership, lead training will be relatively easy ... | |
| Bichon's coat | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a 15 week old male Bichon. The day I "met" him I immediately noticed that he had a band of ... A: THis is quite normal and will settle, its genetic and you will find the two parents have very ... | |
| weight | 5/17/2008 |
| Q: I've read that the average weight for a Bichon is 9 lbs. I have a 3 month old puppy that already ... A: There is NO such thing as the average weight for a Bichon. Simply , all dogs are the progeny of two ... | |
| A Bichon turned woodchuck | 5/15/2008 |
| Q: My co-worker and I both own a Bichon/Shitzu mix dog. She has been off on maternity leave and ... A: A new baby on the scene will often bring about behaviours in our pets that we find intolerable, they ... | |
| Max - Bichon Frise | 5/14/2008 |
| Q: My dog Max is 6 1/2 years old and as we say he lauched himself off the couch a couple of weeks ago ... A: The diagnosis of a ruptured cruciate ligament is made through observing abnormal movement of the ... | |
| my dog | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: we have just noticed al lot of 'bruised' skin when she was wet and wasn't there a week ago. we are ... A: if yes dont worry that is a most desirable trait that breeders strive to produce and is somewhat ... | |
| Bathing a bichon frise | 5/13/2008 |
| Q: how often can i bath a bichon frise? i was told 2-3 weeks or else he can get dry skin if you bath ... A: Dogs produce a substance called sebum which effectively makes the coat waterproof well showerproof , ... | |
| bichon frise hair loss | 5/8/2008 |
| Q: our 4 month old bichon seems to be losing patches of hair on her back and tail area. stress is not ... A: I have just developed a new product to combat these problems , available from www.bichonhotel.co.uk ... | |
| owning 2 bichons | 5/6/2008 |
| Q: . We currently own a 2 1/2 yr. old male bichon who is the best dog..I brought home another 9 week ... A: My suggestion is completely ignore the younger dog for a few days this will resolve how hey feel ... | |
| bichon/poodle mix biting | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: We adopted a 5-year-old bichon/poodle about a year ago. She is very loving inside our home, but can ... A: For heavens sake dont give up so easily, put it this way, if a child spat at men would you lock it ... | |
| 1 yr.old Bichon new to us, pooping in house | 5/3/2008 |
| Q: We just adopted a 1 year old female Bichon. We are her 3rd owner. Last owner told us she was potty ... A: Crate training is more involved than sleeping, 3 owners in her life poor girl, i think she is ... | |
| Need help with our Bichon Frise | 5/2/2008 |
| Q: I have a 1 year Bichon Frise that is very stubborn. He will not come if you call him. He Is a ... A: All bichons go through this stage, it does pass as quickly as it comes.I would start by just havg ... | |
| what is the best way to clean the ears of the dog | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: Can you use a cloth material of some kind or can you clean with a Q-tip like people use? if other ... A: you should never use any implement to clean the dogs ears such as a q tip. The best way is a cotton ... | |
| What is the best way to brush a bichon's teeth? | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: What is the best way to brush a bichon's teeth? is it better to give him kibbles or with a tooth ... A: Many owners think that kibble cleans teeth, can I make this very clear it does not. It has NO ... | |
| Bichon chewing his paws | 4/19/2008 |
| Q: My bichon puppy has just started chewing his hind paws to the point of bleeding, I have an ... A: could be either, get some Ch-ears (www.eurobichons.com) and dab paws into a little, this will kill ... | |
| IMHA | 4/18/2008 |
| Q: my dog (1/2 corgi1/2chi) was just diag with IMHA and just under went a blood transfusion what should ... A: ANSWER: Hi there , Sadly Im not going to be very positive here but I will be as honest as I can for ... | |
| How much a Bichon usually Weigh? | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: How much does a normal Bichon frise Suppose to weigh at age 6. A: the simplest way to answer is How long is a piece of string ? Much depends on his parents, ... | |
| bichon | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: My 1 1/2 yr old Bichon will not stop barking...loud noises, knocks on the door, people passing by ... A: It's all about socialisation and if that role was not done by the breeder then hey I am afraid its ... | |
| Bichon possesivness/biting | 4/15/2008 |
| Q: I adopted a Bichon 3 months ago and all is well so far until today. I have a 75 year old Mother who ... A: Before I tell you what is happening I must make it clear that : I doubt this will be the first time ... | |
| Peeing on floor | 4/14/2008 |
| Q: Adult female pees everywhere on the floor up against a table legs anything lying on the floor, ... A: Ok this is common but you do need to catch the culprit, otherwise you may be barking up the wrong ... | |
| MY dog wets the bed | 4/11/2008 |
| Q: I have a 14 year old Bichon. Lately when she sleeps/naps She pees on herself. She is not having a ... A: I would take her to the vet, at her age it is rather common, but I think you should get a vets ... | |
| bichon dew claws | 3/31/2008 |
| Q: my breeder has raised lots of Bichons and also shows them. My Bichon is 4 months old and she has ... A: I do not understand why a groomer would be questioning a breeder, the groomer works for you and NOT ... | |
| bichon | 3/28/2008 |
| Q: at what age is right for them to mate (have sex) A: Bichons should only be mated after they have been tested by opthalmic vets for any eye conditions, ... | |
| potty train | 3/27/2008 |
| Q: my dog is a male, 6 months old. How many times during a day will i need to take him outside to pee?? ... A: ok at 6 months his bladder is still very small and cant hold that much,he really does need to have ... | |
| angels glow | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: we have a 9week old bichon frise&she has some tear staining under her eyes. we have a soloution from ... A: most products the vets have are not effective at all. Here is what I suggest, give the dog foods ... | |
| House train/growling/chewing | 3/26/2008 |
| Q: How do you house train a bichon Frise? he sometimes has mad moment like running laps of the living ... A: Oh My did the breeder not tell you about Bichon Blitzing? This is a normal way that ALL bichons ... | |
| Bishon Frise Poodle X | 3/25/2008 |
| Q: My Bishon will be 5 y/o in April. He seems to be going bald on his sides and on the topbase of his ... A: If all the bloods have come back normal then I would alter his diet, give him foods rich in omega ... | |
| Lethargy | 3/22/2008 |
| Q: My 8-year-old Bichon has suddenly become lethargic today. She's normally very energetic and love ... A: I think its now time to get her to a vet, If not taking a pee it could be infection, stones, that ... | |
| Lethargy | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: My 8-year-old Bichon has suddenly become lethargic today. She's normally very energetic and love ... A: It all sounds quite normal , however I am not a vet, I would just offer her some fresh chicken broth ... | |
| Lethargy | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: My 8-year-old Bichon has suddenly become lethargic today. She's normally very energetic and love ... A: is she drinking lots of water, is she in pain, look at the gums what do you see, are they blue , ... | |
| 8wk bichon not drinking much water at all | 3/21/2008 |
| Q: We have an 8wk female Bichon Frise,had her for 2 days now and so far she has hardly drank any water ... A: OK I see many questions with rhetorical answers here I can only help from my experience of working ... | |
| bishon female dominance | 3/20/2008 |
| Q: I have two bishons, an eleven year old male, and a eight year old female. We got the male when he ... A: This is much more than dominance, you say she is always hungry, what diet is she on, no dog should ... | |
| Scratching on face | 3/17/2008 |
| Q: I have a two year old Bichon who started scratching his little face until it bleeds. It was cleared ... A: Yes I think steroids are NOT the answer they will tend to bring on other conditions with this breed ... | |
| Bichon with IMHA | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: Our Bichon became very lethargic 2 weeks ago and would not eat or drink. We kept her hydrated using ... A: It may do yes, but I will be very honest, prednisilone is a steroid and as such further conditions ... | |
| bichon frisee / spinal operation and glucosamine | 3/16/2008 |
| Q: My 9 year old bichon just had a costly spinal operation where they took out a ruptured disc. i ... A: I would advise >1000mg glucosamine/500mg chondratin cranberry tablets daily, omega 3,6,0 , flax seed ... | |
| allergies | 3/15/2008 |
| Q: My bichon is 2 yrs old, continually chews his feet, vet suggested allergy test but I can't afford ... A: I am not a vet so cannot suggest a medication, however I can from experience state that we have ... | |
| puppy with thin hair | 3/15/2008 |
| Q: Our 13 week old bichon has very thick hair on her legs, top of her head and ears. Her back and tail ... A: the powder puff look will not become so until at least 8 months, the coat has to be supported by the ... | |
| SICK BICHON | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: I've had my bichon for 18 years and I just had to recently put him down. One night he started crying ... A: I know how distressed you are feeling, the loss of a much loved pet and family member is traumatic ... | |
| Hair on back turning yellow | 3/14/2008 |
| Q: I have a 6 month old Bichon whose hair on his back is turing a yellow/brown color and seams to be ... A: Unless I can see a picture I think what you are describing is simply the juvenile peach to yellow ... | |
| Bichon Body | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: I have an adorable almost one year old make Bichon Frise. He has pure white fur with the dark halos ... A: this is so normal you wouldnt believe it. Those marks (skin pigmentation) are what all good breeders ... | |
| size and potty training | 3/13/2008 |
| Q: our 1 1/2 year newly aquired reg bichon is 13 inches at the shoulder...isn't this rather large for a ... A: well , size matters so they say.. or does it ? For show purposes yes the dog is large but for a pet ... | |
| New move has dog upset | 3/12/2008 |
| Q: My sister just moved in with me to my new house. She has an 11year old bishon, and prior to living ... A: Why prozac, such a drastic meausre so early on. I would have your sister wear a nice soft t shirt in ... | |
| 11 yr old bichon frise | 3/10/2008 |
| Q: we are fostering this dog who was given up by his owner. we got him from the aspca adn are trying ... A: this is very common with pups,adults, rescues , in fact ALL dogs that have not been crate trained, ... | |
| yellow legs | 3/9/2008 |
| Q: My female bichon is 3 1/2 months old. Her potty training is going well but the only problem I have ... A: Use Cornstarch its great for this, rub into area and hey presto off it comes. If you dont use a wee ... | |
| he won't stop licking! | 3/9/2008 |
| Q: I have a 6 year old male bichon who won't stop licking! He licks everything, skin, feet, fabrics - ... A: He has an allergy/intolerance to either an environmental allergen or a food /dietary allergen . I ... | |
| lazy 3 year old | 3/8/2008 |
| Q: hi we took a three year old bichon in three weeks ago he is loving taking a little practice with the ... A: this is very common with rescue dogs, they lack socialisation and must be taught how to interact ... | |
| natural diet & eliminating tear stains | 3/2/2008 |
| Q: I spoke to you previously regarding what to look for in a bichon pup prior to purchasing. We did ... A: I would look at home food or a prepared diet such as www.prizechoice.co.uk You can do as we do and ... | |
| 10 month old bichon - house breaking problems | 3/1/2008 |
| Q: we have an almost 10 month old bichon frise and she's really sneaky.. We crate trained her 100% ... A: Ok so she is spayed (well done ) it doesnt really matter because the real issue as I have said is ... | |
| persistant scratching | 3/1/2008 |
| Q: My 8 month old bichon mix came to my home from a backyard breeder with a flea infection and multiple ... A: poor little mite. Change his diet to a raw food diet, give him some ground oatmeal in his diet, lamb ... | |
| 10 month old bichon - house breaking problems | 3/1/2008 |
| Q: we have an almost 10 month old bichon frise and she's really sneaky.. We crate trained her 100% ... A: I know you wont like what I am about to say, its not personal but, a bichon is a people dog, they ... | |
| aggressive behavior | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: We have a bichon/beagle mix; he is two and a half years old. He is wonderful most of the time. ... A: He sees yoou as his aplha bitch and nothing more, The male dog gets a bullied life from his bitch ... | |
| aggressive behavior | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: We have a bichon/beagle mix; he is two and a half years old. He is wonderful most of the time. ... A: This is clearly dominance aggression, in short he sees you as his bitch. What does “dominance ... | |
| Itching and biting | 2/26/2008 |
| Q: I just god a 10 weeks bichon, he is etching and biting him on his back legs. What can I do to stop ... A: my first point would be to have him treated for fleas, using Bob Martin Spot on for puppies, At the ... | |
| stray, shelter bichon adult potty problems | 2/23/2008 |
| Q: I adopted a 3-5 yr old Bichon 1 week ago that was brought in as a stray. We are struggling with him ... A: it may take quite some time for him to feel comfortable enough and safe enough to play, I would fill ... | |
| stray, shelter bichon adult potty problems | 2/22/2008 |
| Q: I adopted a 3-5 yr old Bichon 1 week ago that was brought in as a stray. We are struggling with him ... A: ok so you have adopted a doggy from the pound, well done, commendable act xx What you must try to ... | |
| Bichon Grooming | 2/21/2008 |
| Q: At what age do you recommend taking our 11 week old Bichon to have her first haircut? We brush her ... A: although it is cold I would start at 16 weeks, they nails can then be cut so no damage occurs, befoe ... | |
| Bichon Freese hair | 2/20/2008 |
| Q: Good afternoon! Our Bichon Freese 4 months old puppy parctically lost all her hair. No matter what ... A: I would take her to a vet for a full blood panel to be carried out. As this can be due to many ... | |
| bichon frise | 2/18/2008 |
| Q: At what age does the typical Bichon Frise reach their full-grown size? A: If there was such a thing as a typical Bichon they would reach their adult size (height) at 8-10 ... | |
| feeding | 2/11/2008 |
| Q: i got my bijion 3 days ago at 5 weeks old. She is vomiting milk and small puppy food and is not ... A: I sent the answer yesterday I think there is something wrong with the system. Hello Cathy sorry for ... | |
| Bichon hair thinning | 2/6/2008 |
| Q: My 8 year old female bichon's hair seems to be thinning, however we do not see any evidence of hair ... A: I had answered this but it came back to me I dont know why, but here is the answer again. Hiya ... | |
| hair loss | 2/2/2008 |
| Q: Hi we have just taken ownership of an 8 year old bischon friese from a resue center he has one or ... A: Firstly I would want to know why he is bald, there are a few immune related conditions that can ... | |
| Greeting people | 2/1/2008 |
| Q: Our Bichon is 7 months old and has been difficult at times but extremely lovable. Our problem is ... A: Fran he adores you be flattered This is from my site www.eurobichons.com feel free to jin its free ... | |
| prime age | 1/29/2008 |
| Q: We have a great tempermant bichon and want to breed him, any advice? and what is a good age for ... A: Sara firstly it shouldnt really be that simple, and one would need to ask some questions of yourself ... | |
| crate training or basix training | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: She is 3 months old. She poops and pees in her crate doesn't bother her to sit or lay in it. She ... A: Debbie she is reading signals of frustration from you and saying "YOU GOTTA BE JOKIN" This is called ... | |
| My puppy is worrying me! | 1/27/2008 |
| Q: We got our Dog today and he is 9 weeks old. We have been easing him into ourlifestyle but doesn't ... A: He is far too young to go outside yet and should not do so until 1 week after his 2nd vaccination . ... | |
| What do you feed a puppy Bichon Frise? | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: I was wondering what you would feed a newly brought home puppy. Wearegetting one soon and don't know ... A: whoever told you that is bonkers. Foods that can be fed will initially be reliant upon what the ... | |
| My dog has small black spots on its legs. (ankle) | 1/26/2008 |
| Q: What should I do if my dog has small black spots on his legs (ankle)? He sometimes licks them, but ... A: FIRST treat your dog with a good flea treatment, some bichons do react to frontline so try a ... | |
| Sudden aggression when 12 yr old son kisses parents | 1/24/2008 |
| Q: Our bichon has been a perfect pet until about 6 mos ago when he suddenly began attacking our 12 yr ... A: This is more common than you'd think, its all about pack hierarchy and possession. Im afraid you ... | |
| buying a bichon | 1/23/2008 |
| Q: I am going to view a bichon frise puppy this weekend with a view to making him part of our family. ... A: Firstly well done, its not often I read questions from people who get the order of purchase correct. ... | |
| Family Bichon unprovoked attacks | 1/14/2008 |
| Q: Good day, My mother has a 4 year Bichon who has always been fairly aggressive with other dogs and ... A: This isnt as uncommon as you think, some bichons can react like this, have you had him checked out ... | |
| Bichon pooping 4+ times day | 1/13/2008 |
| Q: We have just acquired a 6 year old Bichon. She is a sweetheart and came from a good home but quite ... A: You are what you eat, remember that adage from old... I would give her a raw chicken wing once every ... | |
| Whining | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: My 3 1/2 year old male whines incessantly, it seems to have gotten worse and is very nerve wracking. ... A: One would need more info, dogs whine for many reasons, they could be physical, psychological , ... | |
| Bichon with IMHA | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: Our Bichon became very lethargic 2 weeks ago and would not eat or drink. We kept her hydrated using ... A: Sadly Im not going to be very positive here but I will be as honest as I can for you.... I will give ... | |
| Knee - Glucosamine and/or Chondroiton for puppy? | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: ) We have a almost 9 month old bichon frise puppy. (a total cutie:P) but the vet said that one of ... A: The most recent research would suggest that up to 1000mg even for puppies as a combined effect of ... | |
| Knee - Glucosamine and/or Chondroiton for puppy? | 1/10/2008 |
| Q: ) We have a almost 9 month old bichon frise puppy. (a total cutie:P) but the vet said that one of ... A: A slipping Patella is relatively normal in small breeds, chondratin and Glucosamine are EXCELLENt ... | |
| separation anxiety | 1/8/2008 |
| Q: my 10 week old Bichon Frise went to work with me for the first two weeks after I purchased him, now ... A: The dog is insecure basically due to your inexperience. How long is he being left alone as I would ... | |
| Bichon Frise | 1/7/2008 |
| Q: I belong to a dog rescue in Ohio. About 2 months ago a couple contacted our rescue and said that ... A: Firstly well done on fostering , its often forgotten how many dogs come into our lives in this ... | |
| Potty train | 1/4/2008 |
| Q: We purchased a nine (9) month old female Bichon 12/18/07 and were assured she was housebroken. She ... A: Poor Lillian You are far too desperate and its being passed thru to Missy Bichon. Make it fun for ... | |
| proper weight | 1/3/2008 |
| Q: I would like to know if the Bichon freise can be a husky boy at 28lbs. 5 years old, very happy and ... A: I get asked this quite often. Unless he is rather tall,lets say over 15 inch at the shoulder, that ... | |
| brown patches on our Bichon | 1/1/2008 |
| Q: Molly is 2 years old, and increasingly seems to be getting light brown/apricot patching on her coat. ... A: Is this actually on the coat or is it on the skin, many breeders desire good skin markings they will ... | |
| Lethargic 9 week male Bichon | 12/29/2007 |
| Q: I gave my wife a 9 week male Bichon for Christmas and from the day I brought him home all he wants ... A: My dear its very important that no toy breed pup ever goes with out feeding for more than 2 ... | |
| 5 month male Bichon no appetite | 12/29/2007 |
| Q: I have an adorable 5 month old Bichon Boy, up till now he has eaten bakers puppy food, but suddenly ... A: At 5 months he still requires up to 3 meals per day to avoid hypoglycaemia a common condition in ... | |
| Size of my Bichon | 12/27/2007 |
| Q: I have a 5 month old Bichon pup, he is weighing in at 6lbs at the moment. I wondered how much more ... A: Well to be honest some are over 20lbs, but that has more to do with genetics and human interaction. ... | |
| health | 12/24/2007 |
| Q: Why do Bichon Frise shake when there in a warm house and have loving care? A: I need more info, has the dog come from a rescue situation , was it a puppy etc, age , sex etc, ... | |
| bichon friese | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: why does my bichon friese have red hair around its eyes? A: It has tearstaining, this is a problem with all dogs but is seen in white and lighter dogs, the red ... | |
| My 1 year old BF has odor problem! | 12/14/2007 |
| Q: Over the past week, I've noticed my Bichon Frise has the most unbecoming odor. Surprisingly,even ... A: It is possible that either his teeth need to be cleaned or more likely his anal glands need ... | |
| Chewin himself and evrything else | 12/10/2007 |
| Q: Ok my son benny the bichon has always had a chewing problem. He is three years now and i would say ... A: What must be done now is go back to basics and treat him as a puppy, leave for only very short ... | |
| buying a 8 week old vs a 16 week old | 12/8/2007 |
| Q: We are in the process of buying female puppy. We have found a very reputable breeder (shows her ... A: Just because they show dogs doesnt mean the dogs are quality marked, I know that is a harsh comment ... | |
| Housebreaking a "rescue" Bichon | 12/7/2007 |
| Q: Through a mutual acquaintance we received a 14-month old Bichon about 2 months ago. Won't bore you ... A: now I must congratulate you on adopting and dont despair , you are doing really well. Firstly I note ... | |
| 7 week old puppy | 12/3/2007 |
| Q: I found a flea on my 7 week old bichon puppy. I rubbed him down with dawn and water. I can't seem ... A: Sadly this is typical of a poor breeder, papers are not a mark of quality just an indication that ... | |
| bircon frise | 11/29/2007 |
| Q: thank you A: All dogs have two seasons per annum with 6 months apart. They can come into heat at between 6 months ... | |
| Bichon skin problem | 11/25/2007 |
| Q: I have a 10 month Bichon that lately has developed a habit of chewing on his paw , he pulls the hair ... A: I would give him fatty acid and omega 3,6,9 and bathe him in oatmeal shampoo , Dont use any scented ... | |
| hair loss in small area | 11/17/2007 |
| Q: my bichon, has hair loss in spots over his back about 3 inches in diameter. It is pink but no ... A: This could be due to a number of problems, allergies, flea allergy, grooming issues and genetic ... | |
| cataract surgery in my 5 yr. old Bichon Frise | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: Our 5 yr. old spayed female has an advanced cateract in the right eye and a haze in the left. ... A: Aw ,my poor girl I have one that has bilateral cateracts so I know the heartache you feel, I too ... | |
| Bichon Frise - Loss of appetite | 11/13/2007 |
| Q: We have just shfited to a nearby house. Since then, my dog has not been eating and always stay alone ... A: Dont forget that we as humans know what is going on but a dog is simply moved to a new den, I would ... | |
| New Puppy - old dog - vaccinations and introduction | 11/10/2007 |
| Q: I've just a deposit on a puppy bichon frises that I'll be picking up a few days before christmas day ... A: Firstly the pup at that age will be going through a fear stage so they will both be nervous.But I am ... | |
| Night time Bichon frise crate problems | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: We have just brought an 8 wk Bichon Frise puppy, she has been good in every way and is very good at ... A: Melissa the size isnt the problem, she has separation anxiety which is hardly surprising due to her ... | |
| Bichon not eating | 11/6/2007 |
| Q: I have just bought a 9 week old bichon boy. on the first day we had him he loved his food and ate ... A: Firstly do you recall what it was like when you ever had one, the jaw aches and the appetite is ... | |
| My bisone frise has very dry/powder poo | 10/23/2007 |
| Q: First, he poo and pees around the house and his poo is very dry, its powderie, and wondering if he ... A: Well stools are a good starting point for investigation of any pet problem, they should be soft ... | |
| Staining from licking | 10/21/2007 |
| Q: My Bijon, Blueberry, licks his front legs and paws. They are now stained a red/brown from this. I ... A: This is likely to be an allergy so I would start an elimination diet and see what Blueberry is ... | |
| Feeding Bichon Frise Puppy | 10/16/2007 |
| Q: I have had my puppy 3 weeks today and at first she was very subdued. Now she is com,ing out of her ... A: From what you tell me she is doing well, bichons generally no matter how big or small will eat only ... | |
| Bichon Frise eyes | 10/15/2007 |
| Q: we have a 12 week old male Bichon Frise puppy- Sndney. We love him dearly. However we are a little ... A: I cannot guarantee that it wont but likely not his halo should be well defined at that age. What are ... | |
| Bichon Frise tearing | 10/7/2007 |
| Q: Fred is 7 years old. Most gentle dog we've ever had. Was adopted when he was 8 months old. After ... A: Well its really quite simple with 14 dogs I need to assert control over were they pee so here is ... | |
| bichon frise | 9/30/2007 |
| Q: We've just had the pleasure of getting the MOST adorable bichon puppy of 16 weeks. He has settled ... A: With that diet he should be drinking far more, the diet is not adequate for such a young puppy, his ... | |
| hair loss | 9/25/2007 |
| Q: My wife's one year old Bichon is losing hair. He had a thick coat until recently, when it began ... A: Without seeing the dog its very hard to suggest the problem, however this is quite common with dogs ... | |
| Sneezing | 9/17/2007 |
| Q: My 4 month old Bichon seems to be sneezing, I have noticed it for a while although over the past 2 ... A: this sounds like (extremely common in all toy breeds, its called )reverse sneezing and is quite ... | |
| Increased appetite | 9/15/2007 |
| Q: My 3 year old Bichon has shown an increased appetite for the last week. She is even sitting in front ... A: Sadly whilst using any steroid the dog will have an increase in appetite and indeed drink more, ... | |
| bichon frise allergies | 9/12/2007 |
| Q: My ten month old bichon scratches excessively. She's been treated for hot spots twice and my vet ... A: you will need to start with a food elimination system and this should give you n idea to what is ... | |
| coughing | 9/8/2007 |
| Q: My 8 mth old has been coughing on and off since I have had her. I got her at 8 weeks and she had a ... A: Firstly it sounds like reverse sneezing with does sound like a hacking cough, the chest is drawn up ... | |
| Shots | 9/6/2007 |
| Q: Is there a shot or test that the bitch is suppose to have before bred? A: Yes the bitch should undergo a series of tests to ensure that she is firstly free from bortodella ... | |
| Indoor Housetraining | 9/3/2007 |
| Q: What do you think about an indoor housetraining program like Purina Second Nature? I have a ... A: Well to be honest I train all mine to eliminate both indoors using wee pads or litter tray or ... | |
| Food | 8/24/2007 |
| Q: I asked this question on the all experts site and got this reply....could I please have your opinion ... A: Your supplement is fine, just keep it wet, ie fresh vegetables, fresh cuts of meat etc, If you look ... | |
| Food | 8/24/2007 |
| Q: I asked this question on the all experts site and got this reply....could I please have your opinion ... A: I think it is appalling for anyone to speak with you in this manner. Your diet sounds fine , Yes it ... | |
| the same 16 week female pup | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: i also forgot, she has tried to hump my arm three times and my dads. i looked into it and was ... A: Yes this is her saying IM BOSS, when she bite you its also dominance. She know who will allow her to ... | |
| my 16 week bichon pup | 8/9/2007 |
| Q: i got my puppy 8 weeks ago and i am wondering a few things about her. she does bite but i have been ... A: ha ha Hi there, you re experiencing a teenager at its best, what you have to do is learn to set that ... | |
| 8 wk old Bichon Frise female pup | 8/7/2007 |
| Q: She is eating her poo and is totally distressed when i leave one room to go to another. i feel so ... A: AT such a young age her actions do not cause me concern. Use Charcoal biscuits for her , she does ... | |
| getting up at night during crate training? | 8/5/2007 |
| Q: We just got our 8 week old bichon and are crate training him. He's doing really well! One question ... A: Yes you must get him out at night , his bladder is small and to make him wait over 12 hours will ... | |
| weight of an 8 mth old (continued) | 8/4/2007 |
| Q: I forgot to mention earlier that my Bichon weighed 1 lb 7 ounces at 9 weeks old and is now almost 10 ... A: If it was me I would take her off the kibble, its so high in items that will just pile on the ... | |
| Weight of an 8 mth old | 8/3/2007 |
| Q: I have an 8 mth old girl that weighs almost 10 pounds. Is this a healthy weight for her and when ... A: H Shelby firstly the size of a pup is not set in stone, she may prove to be a 14lb adult, not too ... | |
| Frustrated | 7/29/2007 |
| Q: I have a 9 mth old Bichon (not neutered) i recently purchased from a couple that had pee mats in ... A: so despondent why? This is an issue that is easily resolved, just means going back to basics and ... | |
| playbiting | 7/26/2007 |
| Q: I collected my 8 week old bichon last Friday. Every morning and evening, when he wants to play he ... A: This is called mouthing and its a normal part of a pups growing up life ,this is how they play with ... | |
| my puppy sheds | 7/17/2007 |
| Q: I have a 12 week old bichon and he is shedding very badly! I was under the impression that a bichon ... A: ha ha A canine raw food diet is raw vegetables like brocolli however NOT too much , it must be less ... | |
| my puppy sheds | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a 12 week old bichon and he is shedding very badly! I was under the impression that a bichon ... A: Gives me a better idea now thanks for responding quickly. Ok so the shampoo should be stopped ... | |
| my puppy sheds | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: I have a 12 week old bichon and he is shedding very badly! I was under the impression that a bichon ... A: I will need more information, Bichons dont shed that doesnt mean they dont lose coat as they do as ... | |
| How to teach adult female bichon to pee inside home? | 7/16/2007 |
| Q: I want to teach my 8 year old bichon female to pee inside the house. She gets bladder infections ... A: This is really quite opposite to what I would normally be asked. for excelent results al you need do ... | |
| Bichon/Shih tzu | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: I just purchased a shichon puppy. Half bichon half shih tzu. He was born 4/15/07 He is now 4 3/4 ... A: I would take him off the kibble . If we look at how dogs have developed and evolved in recent years ... | |
| Bichon/Shih tzu | 7/12/2007 |
| Q: I just purchased a shichon puppy. Half bichon half shih tzu. He was born 4/15/07 He is now 4 3/4 ... A: it would depend on the parents, But judging from his size now , if on a tinned or kibble diet with ... | |
| Bichon puppy barking | 7/11/2007 |
| Q: I have a little boy bichon puppy that is just over 4 months old. When I got him from the breeder, ... A: Firstly you have only had the pup for 5 weeks and in that short space of time he has been crate ... | |
| Breeding Maltese | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: We were keeping a 6lb Maltese from a 4lbs female Maltese, but they managed to breed, and locked for ... A: So to clarify the Bichons breeds have 7 in the group they are the Bichon Maltese commonly called ... | |
| Breeding Maltese | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: We were keeping a 6lb Maltese from a 4lbs female Maltese, but they managed to breed, and locked for ... A: It is not really an issue how long they stay locked , It does not bear any relevance to how the ... | |
| Breeding Maltese | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: We were keeping a 6lb Maltese from a 4lbs female Maltese, but they managed to breed, and locked for ... A: Are you saying that they are mother and son if so the Kc may not give you a KC far too close.Canine ... | |
| Breeding Maltese | 7/10/2007 |
| Q: We were keeping a 6 lbs Maltese from a 4 lbs Maltese unfortunately they mated locked for 40 minutes. ... A: The Bichon is GROUP not an individual dog. It has the Frise, Havanese, Lowchen, Bolognese, Maltese ... | |
| Bichon bathing itching | 7/8/2007 |
| Q: I have a bichon that itches after every bath. I am using Dermalyte shampoo it is hypo-allergenic,no ... A: Many bichons suffer with allergies and it has a lot to do with the food they are ingesting and not ... | |
| Moving | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: Our Bichon Frise will be 4 years old the 1st of August. We moved from our house(which she has lived ... A: To be frank the upheaval in a dogs life is far more prevalent than a humans .This is very normal and ... | |
| Training questions about a 6 month old Bichon Frise puppy | 7/6/2007 |
| Q: I recently bought a 6 month old male Bichon from a breeder. I understand that bichons are pretty ... A: Many people, who unfortunately misunderstand the concept of good crate training, believe that ... | |
| Bichon change of behaviour around people | 7/2/2007 |
| Q: I regularly look after a 5 year old female Bichon, who comes from a good reputable breeder. She is ... A: The bichon is showing signs of dominance around other people, She is displaying signs of human ... | |
| Bichon change of behaviour around people | 7/1/2007 |
| Q: I regularly look after a 5 year old female Bichon, who comes from a good reputable breeder. She is ... A: This is a dog that has become possessive of the owner. It can be overcome reasonably easily. Listen ... | |
| Bichon frise | 6/26/2007 |
| Q: Do Bichon frise like the water? Lake living? A: Bichons of all varieties love water, they are excellent swimmers (may have to be taught at first). ... | |
| bichon hair after grooming | 6/19/2007 |
| Q: Our Bichon is a 6 month old females. She was groomed for the 2nd time about 3-4 weeks ago and as the ... A: yes this is quite normal at her age. As she gets older the coat will thicken and will become far ... | |
| urinating.. | 6/17/2007 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old male Basset Hound/German Shepherd. We adopted him when he was 9 months old. He ... A: This is quite common for an adoptee. Its called separation anxiety disorder.It doesnt just affect ... | |
| Need hypoallergic Flea &Tick treatment solution | 6/16/2007 |
| Q: My parents recently got a Bichon puppy, who is now about 5 months old. The vet gave them a flea and ... A: This is what the vet really should be saying and treating this allergy which is not uncommon: 1. ... | |
| Anal Glands | 6/14/2007 |
| Q: I have an 18 month female bichon who seems to suffer with infected anal glands. She has now been on ... A: Yes there is a lot that you can do, Firstly you must alter her diet completely, start by introducing ... | |
| Puppy in new home | 6/13/2007 |
| Q: I am in the process of adopting a bichon puppy. However, I have a 2 year old lab. He is mainly and ... A: well done on the adoption. Now then, what many people forget is that the house dog (one already in ... | |
| Back Legs | 6/11/2007 |
| Q: I have just bought a Bichon Frise of 9 weeks old. When it walks it seems to waddle on it's back legs ... A: At such a tender age it could be simply lack of muscle due to being confined in a small area for too ... | |
| potty training | 6/7/2007 |
| Q: How do I train our 5 yr. old Bichon to poop outside? I can get her to pee outside but she's still ... A: Toilet training is hard work. Whether you have a young puppy or an older dog who arrives with little ... | |
| spots | 6/5/2007 |
| Q: I bought a bichon 12 weeks old about 3 weeks ago. I notice that she has pink pigmentation under her ... A: In short it does depend for what reason you purchased her, as a pet then no its not a bod thing but ... | |
| itching | 5/31/2007 |
| Q: my Bichon is three years old and has been bitten by fleas outside and continuously itches her bottom ... A: Sorry to hear this. Firstly its important that she receives a good anti flea treatment such as ... | |
| Black spots | 5/11/2007 |
| Q: My Bichon is 9 months old and on his left side he has a huge black spot under his coat we thought ... A: My dear this is a good sign that his pigmentation will be good. It wont guarantee this but , in the ... | |
| Bichon Licking Everything, even air | 5/9/2007 |
| Q: I have a 2 year-old Bichon who has been treated for gnawing his hair into bald spots on several ... A: Has he been tested for sarcoptic mange, that would be my first thought, once that has come back all ... | |
| separation anxiety | 5/8/2007 |
| Q: I adopted a German shepherd mix about 2 months ago. He is now 6 1/2 months old. He is neutered. He ... A: How quickly your puppy becomes 'clean' indoors depends entirely on how vigilant YOU are. Prevention ... | |
| housebreaking | 5/8/2007 |
| Q: I just acquired a 2 1/2 year old Bichon who is not housebroken. She will go in the morning, but I ... A: Toilet training is hard work. Whether you have a young puppy or an older dog who arrives with little ... | |
| TRAINING | 5/2/2007 |
| Q: MY SHI TZU KEEPS SOILING HIS BED!! I HAVE THREE DOGS AND HE IS THE YOUNGEST. THEY ALL SLEEP IN THE ... A: This is more a dominance issue than a soiling one. Can I ask that you click the link to my site and ... | |
| aggressive behavior on leash | 4/28/2007 |
| Q: new dogs received from rescue group. 2 adorable bichons. alpha female has aggresive behavior on ... A: my computer went down. now lets see what the problem is here... I know exactly what you are ... | |
| my boy puppy bichon | 4/22/2007 |
| Q: my puppy called ziggy is a boy and smaller than the other two puppy boys who are all 9 weeks old is ... A: yes its quite normal, pups come in varying sizes even from a litter, we have the very same issue ... | |
| submissive urination | 4/16/2007 |
| Q: We just adopted a 2 1/2 year old female bichon. She has not been spayed. She has a problem with ... A: This isnt a problem that can be erradicated through spaying, its just a retraining issue. If she is ... | |
| New Bichon Frise - Need Answers Please :-) | 4/3/2007 |
| Q: I've heard a lot about "Life's Abundance All Natural Dog Food"...have you heard of it? Do you ... A: Wow so many questions, in such a short space of time. LOL A natural dog food is good for all dogs ... | |
| weight | 4/2/2007 |
| Q: My Bichon is 15 weeks old and is 12 lbs! I think his size is too big for his age. I was told by ... A: OMG 12 lbs at 15 weeks is very big. Did you see the parents and also do you have any pedigree ... | |
| new addition ? | 3/31/2007 |
| Q: I'll try and keep this brief. I have a 5 mo. old (obviously un-neutered male, but soon to be ... A: Yes this dominance will happen as dogs are social animals and hiererchy will always be an issue ... | |
| Bichon - Potty Training | 3/30/2007 |
| Q: I've read several of the answers posted that Bichons are very hard to house break and mature late. ... A: what the hell are they talking about, its usually info supplied through inexperienced rescue ... | |
| Male Marking | 3/29/2007 |
| Q: My 2 1/2 year old male Bichon is driving me crazy with marking behavior. He has lots of love and ... A: OMG Carol, please do not do that you are destroying any efforts to stop this marking .YOU ARE IN ... | |
| Dog breeds | 3/29/2007 |
| Q: Can dogs involve human beings conversation? Which note would trigger their ear more? How do pet ... A: So many questions that in reality have little to do with just one breed. Training is all about ... | |
| 8 year old bichon peeing in the house when I leave | 3/28/2007 |
| Q: My 8 year old bichon was well beahved and housetrained before, when i went to work every day. Even ... A: Cranberry tablets are safe for dogs and cats too , if feeding a dried diet they should be given to ... | |
| 8 year old bichon peeing in the house when I leave | 3/27/2007 |
| Q: My 8 year old bichon was well beahved and housetrained before, when i went to work every day. Even ... A: He is suffering from separation anxiety, the fact he pes on YOUR personal items is simply him ... | |
| Crating | 3/26/2007 |
| Q: I saw a similar question to mine regarding the crating of an older dog. We just purchased a 1 year ... A: I cannot undersand why you are laying beside the dog whom is inside the crate, its simply confusing ... | |
| BICHON SIZE | 3/22/2007 |
| Q: I HAVE A BICHON THAT WAYS 22LBS DOES THIS SIZE HAPPEN OFTEN A: Quite often when breeders choose the wrong pairing for breeding, in UK it is more normal than seeing ... | |
| nipping your heals | 3/7/2007 |
| Q: how can i get my 8 month old bischon to stop nipping at my heals? A: this is I am afraid all part of bichon puppy socialistaion and is very common, here are some tips: ... | |
| balls of hair everywhere | 2/26/2007 |
| Q: I have a 3 year old Bichon for the past year we have been on and off of steriods special shampoo. I ... A: Allergies are expected with todays Bichons, I would use oatmeal shampoo and neem oil for her ... | |
| Diet & Tear Stains | 2/17/2007 |
| Q: What kind of food do you feed? I am feeding Flint River Ranch and Wellness, do you think these are ... A: Yes i would advise using angels glow within the diet and within 2 weeks the tearstains will ... | |
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