Bichon

Bichons are small companion dogs associated with a shared Mediterranean and European ancestry. The group includes breeds such as the Bichon Frisé, Havanese, Maltese, and Coton de Tulear.

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Bichon Frisé: A small white companion dog with a curly coat, recognized as a distinct breed. Its name preserves the group label, and it is one of the best-known bichon breeds.
Barbet: A French water dog with a dense, curly coat and a long history as a working breed. The barbet is often cited among the ancestral influences on bichon-type dogs.
Companion dog: A dog primarily kept for social companionship rather than specialized work. Bichons were developed and kept chiefly for life alongside people.
Poodle: A dog breed known for its dense, curly coat and origins as a water retriever. Its coat resembles those of some bichons, but it is a separate breed group.
Havanese: A small Cuban companion dog with a long, silky coat and a lively temperament. It is the national dog of Cuba and a member of the bichon group.
Mediterranean Basin: The lands surrounding the Mediterranean Sea, connected by centuries of trade and migration. Bichon-type dogs spread through ports and courts around this region.
Dog grooming: The care and styling of a dog’s coat, skin, nails, and ears. Many bichon coats require regular brushing and professional trimming to prevent matting.
Tibetan Terrier: A medium-sized Tibetan companion and herding dog with a long, shaggy coat. Despite its name and companion role, it is not a bichon breed.
Maltese: A small white companion dog with a long, silky coat and a history associated with Malta. It is among the oldest breeds commonly classified within the bichon group.
Tenerife: The largest of Spain’s Canary Islands, located in the Atlantic Ocean off northwest Africa. Historical accounts connect early bichon-type dogs with the island and its maritime trade.