How to identify the appearance of a Bichon Frize? A purebred Bichon Frize is about 9-12 inches tall at the shoulders, small in size, well proportioned, and with coordinated limbs; the Bichon Frize has a double coat, with a rough outer layer and a dense, soft inner layer of hair. More elastic; the ears are droopy, located relatively forward, and are generally hidden in the hair.

　1. Body shape

The purebred Bichon Frize should first be very well-proportioned, and the height of the Bichon Frize should be between 9.5 inches and 11.5 inches. If some Bichon Frize dogs are slightly taller, but all indicators and appearance are very standard and well-proportioned, then they can be appropriately relaxed. But no matter what, a good purebred Bichon Frize should be no less than 9 inches and no more than 12 inches tall at the withers. Beyond this range, it cannot be considered a first-class purebred Bichon Frize.

　2. Proportion

A purebred Bichon Frize has a very well-coordinated body proportions. For example, the distance from the dog’s chest to the dog’s hips is 1 more than the dog’s entire shoulder height. /4 length. And the entire body shape is relatively compact. It doesn't look very thick, nor does it look very slender.

　3. Hair

The hair of a purebred Bichon Frize is very fluffy and soft. The undercoat is very dense, while the outer coat is relatively coarse. A healthy Bichon Frize will have a soft and firm feeling when you touch its hair, and its hair is as elastic as velvet. If you find that the dog's hair does not have this quality, it means that the Bichon Frize is of high quality. Reconfirm.

　4. Ears

The ears are droopy and hidden in long, flowing hair. If you pull the ear toward the nose, the length of the pinna can extend to the middle of the muzzle. The ears are set slightly higher than the level of the eyes and relatively forward on the head. So when it's alert, the ears become part of the face.

　5. Gait

A purebred Bichon Frize should run in a smooth, accurate and relaxed manner. Viewed from the side, the extension movements of the front and rear legs are coordinated with each other, the forequarters extend easily, the hindquarters drive powerfully, and the topline remains stable.