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Name	Bichon Frise	Coton de Tulear	Lowchen
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Other Names What other names do they have?	Bichon A Poil Frise Bichon Tenerife Purebred Bichon Tenerife Dog Bichon Frise	Cotie Coton	Little Lion Little Lion Dog Petit Chien Lion Lowchen
Breed Type Which dog is purebred or crossbreed? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen breed type comparison:	Purebred	Purebred	Purebred

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Size and Weight Comparison

Size Which is bigger, Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Which is the smallest dog, Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Small	Small	Small
Weight Which is heavier, Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Coton de Tulear? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen weight comparison:	7-13 pounds (3-6 kg)	12-15 pounds (5.5-7 kg)	Male: 13-18 pounds (6-8 kg), Female: 11-15 pounds (5-7 kg)
Average Weight Which dog has a smaller / higher average weight?	10 pounds (4.5 kg)	13.5 pounds (5.6 kg)	Male: 15.5 pounds (7 kg), Female: 13 pounds (6 kg)
Height Which is taller, Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen height comparison:	Male: 9-12 inches (23–30 cm) Female: 9-11 inches (23-28 cm)	10-12 inches (25-30 cm)	Male: 13–15 inches (32–39 cm), Female: 12–15 inches (30–37 cm)
Average Height Which dog has a smaller / higher average height?	Male: 10.5 inches (26.5 cm) Female: 10 inches (25.5 cm)	11 inches (27.5 cm)	Male: 13.5 inches (34 cm), Female: 12.5 inches (32 cm)

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Price and Availability Comparison

Price Which is cheaper, Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Which is more expensive?	$700-$1000	$2400-$3000	$5000-$8000
Availability Which is easier to get, Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Very frequent: The Bichon Frise is quite easy to get.	Very frequent: The Coton de Tulear is quite easy to get.	Frequent: The Lowchen is easier than average to get.

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Trainability and Intelligence Comparison

Intelligent Rank Which is the smarter dog? Which is best? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen intelligence:	Average: It takes patience to teach this breed any tricks or commands, but the effort is worth it. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.	Low to average: This canine intelligence is not the brightest one. See more.
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Trainability Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen trainability comparison.	Bichon Frise dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are quite easy to train. See more.	Lowchen dogs are easy to train. See more.
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Watchdog Ability Which is the better watchdog: Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Bichon Frise dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are average watchdogs. See more.	Lowchen dogs are average watchdogs. See more.
Guarding Behavior / Territorial Which is a better guard dog Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Which dog is most likely to protect its owner? Which is the best dog to use for protection?	Bichon Frise dogs are not the best to protect their territory. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are average defenders. See more.	Lowchen dogs strongly protect their territory. See more.
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Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Personality and Temperament Comparison

Temperament Which one has a better personality? Which is a better family dog, Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen behavior/temperament comparison:	Playful Sensitive Intelligent Affectionate Gentle Cheerful	Playful Intelligent Affectionate Lively Trainable Vocal	Active Playful Happy Friendly Familiar
Sensitivity Level Which dog is more sensitive? What's the difference?	They are a little bit more sensitive than other dog breeds. See more.	Sensitive: Coton de Tulear dogs don't like an irregular daily routine, noisy household, and frequent guest visits. See more.	Lowchen dogs have an average emotional level and are not the most sensitive dog breed. See more.
Most Sensitive Dog Breeds		Less Sensitive Dog Breeds
Affection Level Which is the more affectionate dog breed: Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen?	High: Bichon Frise dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Coton de Tulear dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.	High: Lowchen dogs are genuinely loyal, soft and gentle, loving, and affectionate dogs toward their handlers. See more.
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Social Needs Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen social needs comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are a social breed. See more.	Lowchen dogs need a lot of social interaction. See more.
Impulse to Wander or Roam Which dog has a greater roaming instinct?	Bichon Frise dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs have average wanderlust potential. See more.	Lowchen dogs have high wanderlust potential, which means that this breed has a strong desire for exploring the world. See more.
Prey Drive Which dog has a higher prey drive? Which can be better for hunting?	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.	Their prey drive is low. See more.
Dog Breeds With Low Prey Drive		Dog Breeds With High Prey Drive

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Activity and Playfulness Comparison

Playfulness Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen playfulness comparison:	The Bichon Frise is a playful breed. See more.	The Coton de Tulear is a playful breed. See more.	Average: Lowchens, like any other dog breed, like playing. See more.
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Barking Which dog barks more/less: Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen?	Average: The Bichon Frise barks occasionally. See more.	Average: The Coton de Tulear barks occasionally. See more.	A lot: Lowchen is a particularly loud breed. See more.
Quiet Dog Breeds That Don't Bark		Dog Breeds That Bark The Most
Apartment Friendly Which dog is more apartment friendly Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Very house-friendly dog the Bichon Frise breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Coton de Tulear breed.	Very house-friendly dog the Lowchen breed.
The Worst Dog Breeds for Apartment Living		Apartment Friendly Dogs List

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Adaptability and Independence Comparison

Adaptability Which dog has a higher adaptability potential? Which is the better dog?	Bichon Frise dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Coton de Tulear dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.	Lowchen dogs adapt very well to lifestyle changes and basically all living environments.
Tolerates Being Left Alone Which dog can be left alone: Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Bichon Frise dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.	Coton de Tulear dogs do best when a family member is at home during the day or if their workplace is dog-friendly so they can take the dog at work.	Lowchen dogs tend to have separation anxiety when their owners left them alone at home because they bond very closely with them.

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Bite Characteristics Comparison

Bite Force PSI Which bite is stronger: Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Bichon Frise bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Coton de Tulear bite force: Weak.	Between 100 and 200 PSI 🔽 Lowchen bite force: Weak.
Dog Breeds With The Lowest Bite Force		Dog Breeds With the Strongest Bite Force
Biting Potential Which breed of dog is most likely to bite? Biting potential comparison:	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Coton de Tulear has a low chance of biting somebody.	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of biting somebody.
Mouthiness Which is the better dog? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen mouthiness comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.	Lowchen dogs have an average tendency to nip, chew, playbite, or herd people. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Health and Lifespan Comparison

Health Issues Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen health comparison. Which is the healthier: Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen?	The Bichon Frise is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	The Coton de Tulear is a healthy breed, but there are certain health issues that you should check with your vet regularly.	Lowchens tend to have more frequent health issues than other breeds.
Healthiest Dog Breeds
Health Problems Which one has more or less genetic/health problems: Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen? What are the allergies, genetic diseases and concerns for them? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen health problems comparison:	Hip Dysplasia Patellar Luxation Allergies Vaccination Sensitivity Bladder Stones Juvenile Cataracts	Hip Dysplasia Luxating Patella Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)	Cataracts Patellar Luxation Progressive retinal atrophy (PRA)
Veterinarian Visits Which one may need more or less veterinary visits?	Average The Bichon Frise should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Average The Coton de Tulear should have a complete physical check-up at least once per year.	Frequent The Lowchen should have a complete physical check-up at least once (but preferably twice) per year.
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Life Expectancy Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen lifespan comparison. How long do Bichon Frise, Coton de Tulear and Lowchen breeds live? Which one has a longer lifespan/life expectancy?	11-15 years The average lifespan of Bichon Frise: 13 years	14-16 years The average lifespan of Coton de Tulear: 15 years	13-15 years The average lifespan of Lowchen: 14 years
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Weather and Climate Which dog is best for hot or cold weather: Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen?	Prefers average to warm weather conditions Different dogs have different preferences when it comes to weather conditions. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.	Tolerates warm and cold weather Dogs that tolerate hot and cold weather are typically those that have a double coat of fur. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Energy and Activity Comparison

Energy Level Who has more energy a Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen energy level comparison:	Bichon Frise dogs have a lower energy level than other dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.	Lowchen dogs have an average energy level, so if you live a semi-active life, this breed can be a good choice for you.
Low-Energy Dog Breeds		High-Energy Dog Breeds
Activity Requirement / Exercise Need Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen exercise need comparison. Which dog needs more activity? Which dog needs the most exercise: Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Which dog needs the most walking? Which dog is the laziest?	Bichon Frise dogs exercise need is minimal.	Coton de Tulear dogs have an average exercise need.	Lowchen dogs have an average exercise need.
Sleeping Need Which one sleeps the least/most: Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Bichon Frise dogs like sleeping so they do sleep a lot.	Coton de Tulear dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.	Lowchen dogs sleep 12-14 hours a day as an average dog and they're not considered a lazy breed.
Dog Breeds That Sleep A Lot

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Diet and Weight Management Comparison

Average daily food consumption Which dog eats more: Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	1/2 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	0.5 to 1.5 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.	1/2 to 1 cup dry food a day.
Dog Breeds That Eat A Lot
Weight Gain Potential / Prone to Obesity Which dog breed is more prone to obesity? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen weight gain potential comparison:	Average to High: If you don't pay attention to the Bichon Frise's weight, he can easily gain weight. See more.	Average: The Coton de Tulear has an average risk for obesity. See more.	Average: The Lowchen has an average risk for obesity. See more.
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Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Allergies and Grooming Comparison

Coat / Hair Types What type of coat/fur do they have? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen coat comparison:	Curly	Soft	Dense Silky Wavy Harsh
Colors What are the original Bichon Frise, Coton de Tulear and Lowchen color?	Cream White Buff Apricot	White	Black Tan Red Blue White Silver Brown Grey
Grooming Which dog is easy to maintain, Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen grooming comparison:	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.	Professional: This breed needs a lot of work to keep in good condition. See more.
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Shedding Level Who sheds more Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or {name3 shedding:	Bichon Frise dogs are low shedders. See more.	Coton de Tulear dogs are low shedders. See more.	Lowchen dogs shed none to minimal. See more.
Low-Shedding Dog Breeds		Dog Breeds That Shed The Most
Bath Time / Bathing Frequency Which dog should be bathed more: Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	3-4 weeks More often than average. These dog coats tend to be longer, softer, and oilier than short-haired breeds. See more.	4-6 weeks Average. Experts recommended at least every 4-6 weeks for this family pup. See more.
Hypoallergenic Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen hypoallergenic comparison. Which dog is hypoallergenic or not?	Yes See more.	Yes See more.	Yes See more.
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds
Stinkiness Which dog breed smells the least? Which dog smells the most? Which is best, Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen?	Low 🔽 The Bichon Frise has a low chance of bad smell.	Medium ⏺ The Coton de Tulear has an average chance of bad smell.	Low 🔽 The Lowchen has a low chance of bad smell.
Drooling Tendency Which dog drools the most? Which dog drools the least?	The Bichon Frise is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Coton de Tulear is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.	The Lowchen is a perfect example of a very low drooling tendency. See more.

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Good With Comparison

Pet Friendly Which dog breeds get along well with other animals/pets?	Bichon Frise dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Coton de Tulear dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.	Lowchen dogs are one of the friendliest dog breeds.
Stranger Friendly Which dog is more stranger friendly Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Which dog is more friendly?	Bichon Frise dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs are stranger-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are very stranger-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Are Aloof With Strangers		Dog Breeds That Are Friendly To Strangers
Child Friendly Which dog is more child/kid friendly Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Bichon Frise dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs are kid-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are kid-friendly dogs.
Kid-Friendly Dog Breeds
Cat Friendly Which dog is more cat friendly Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Bichon Frise dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are very cat-friendly dogs.
Dog Breeds That Get Along Well With Cats
Dog Friendly Which dog is more dog friendly Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen?	Bichon Frise dogs are very dog-friendly dogs.	Coton de Tulear dogs are dog-friendly dogs.	Lowchen dogs are average friendly towards other dogs.
Good For First Time Owners Which dog is good for the first-time owners: Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen?	Yes Bichon Frise dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Coton de Tulear dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.	Yes Lowchen dogs are good for novice owners, due to their easy-going personality.
Office Friendly Which one fits better in the office?	No Bichon Frise is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Coton de Tulear is not the best dog breed for office environment.	No Lowchen is not the best dog breed for office environment.
Senior Citizens Friendly Which dog is good for elderly people?	Bichon Frises are usually recommended for elderly people.	Coton de Tulears are usually recommended for elderly people.	Lowchens are usually recommended for elderly people.

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen As a Working Dog Comparison

Service Dog Which one could be a service dog?	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.	Not really This breed generally not used as a service dog. See more.
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Therapy Dog Which one could be a therapy dog: Bichon Frise or Coton de Tulear or Lowchen? Which is better for autism?	Yes This breed makes a perfect therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.	Not really This breed is generally not used as a therapy dog. See more.
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Detection Dog or Sniffer Dog Which one could be a detection/sniffer dog?	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.	Not really They are not typically employed for this type of work, but there may be exceptional cases.
Search and Rescue Dog (SAR) Which one could be a search and rescue dog?	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.	Not really This dog breed is not typically used as a search and rescue dog.
Boat and Sailor Dog Which one could be a boat dog: Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen?	Not really Bichon Frise breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Coton de Tulear breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.	Not really Lowchen breed usually doesn't like being on a boat. See more.
Cart Pulling or Drafting Dog Which one could be a cart pulling or drafting dog?	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.	Not really A drafting dog or draft dog is a dog bred and used for cart pulling. See more.
Fighting Dog / Military Dog	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.	Not really In history, this breed was not really used for combat dog.

Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Reproducibility Comparison

Gestation Length	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.	60-64 days See more.
Litter Frequency	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.	Once a year. More frequent breeding is not healthy. See more.
Litter Size How many puppies can Bichon Frise and Coton de Tulear and Lowchen have?	2-5 puppies	4-6 puppies	3-6 puppies
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Bichon Frise vs Coton de Tulear vs Lowchen Recognition Comparison

AKC Group Which dog is recognized by the AKC?	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1972 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 2014 as a Non-Sporting breed.	Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1996 as a Non-Sporting breed.
FCI Group Which dog is recognized by the FCI?	Not recognized by FCI.	Recognized by FCI in the Companion and Toy Dogs group, in the Bichons and related breeds section.	Not recognized by FCI.
Breed Recognition What other organizations and kennel clubs recognize these dog breeds?	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Canadian Kennel Club Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club United Kennel Club The Bichon Frise Club Of America	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club	American Canine Registry American Kennel Club America's Pet Registry Dog Registry of America Inc. Federation Cynologique Internationale Kennel Club of Great Britain North American Purebred Registry, Inc. American Canine Association, Inc. Australian National Kennel Council Continental Kennel Club National Kennel Club New Zealand Kennel Club

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