An angelic vision in white, the Bichon Frise radiates with a warmth and friendliness that is all his own. As a family dog, home companion and show dog, this perfect "powderpuff" makes a reliable, affectionate pet who has won millions of fans around the world with his intelligence, adaptability and flawless beauty. This colorful and useful book provides the much-needed accurate information about Bichons and their ancestry in Europe, character and standard, as well as puppy selection, feeding, grooming, training, preventative health care and behavior of the breed. The new owner will welcome advice about puppy-proofing the home, preparing for the pup's arrival, housebreaking and preventing puppy problems. In addition to an authoritative, comprehensive text, this book presents over 135 photographs in full color, which prove to be as informative as they are attractive. Helpful hints and important information are highlighted to provide easy access to everything the reader needs to know about life with a Bichon Frise from puppyhood to the senior years.