Bichonpoo Puppies For Sale
The Bich-poo, a designer dog breed, is a delightful mix of the Bichon Frise and the Miniature Poodle. This breed inherits qualities from both parents, including their curly, hypoallergenic coats. While they shed minimally, regular coat maintenance is necessary. Bich-poos are friendly and energetic, making them excellent companions for children and other animals. Their small size allows them to adapt well to various living environments, from apartments to large homes. However, their diet needs careful attention, as they can be prone to obesity due to their small stature. Overall, the Bich-poo is a charming and adaptable breed, perfect for families looking for a low-shedding, joyful pet.
Bichon Frise meets Miniature Poodle
The Bichonpoo, also written Bich-poo or Poochon, crosses a Bichon Frise with a Miniature Poodle. Both parents are small, both are notably people-oriented, and both carry curly, low-shedding coats. That overlap is what makes this one of the more predictable designer crosses: the parents are not pulling in opposite directions.
Expect a small dog with a soft, curling coat, a rounded face, and a strong preference for being wherever you are.
Personality
Poodles are among the quickest learners in the dog world and Bichons were bred to entertain, so a Bichonpoo usually arrives clever and willing. Owners describe a dog that picks up house rules fast, watches carefully, and works out routines quicker than expected. Yours will know the sound of the treat cupboard within a week.
Sociability is the other consistent thread. This is a cross that wants to be part of things, greets visitors happily, and generally travels well. The trade-off is the same one every companion breed carries: they would rather not be alone for long stretches, and time alone is a skill worth teaching deliberately from the first week rather than discovering the hard way.
Coat care is the real commitment
Both parent breeds shed very little, and low shedding is genuinely the appeal for many owners. It is worth being clear about what that means in practice, though. Hair that does not fall out stays in the coat, and a curly coat that is not brushed to the skin will felt into mats close to the body where you cannot see them.
A workable routine looks like this: brush and comb three or four times a week, work in sections down to the skin, and schedule a professional groom every four to six weeks. Keep the face, feet, and sanitary areas trimmed between appointments. Start handling paws, ears, and muzzle in the first week so grooming is normal rather than a wrestling match.
Exercise and apartment life
A Bichonpoo is a realistic apartment dog. A daily walk, some indoor play, and a couple of short training sessions will satisfy most of them. What they need more than distance is engagement, and puzzle toys or a scattered-kibble hunt on the floor buys you a surprising amount of quiet.
Because both parents are bright, this cross benefits from having something to learn. Tricks, a name-the-toy game, or simple obedience refreshers keep the dog occupied and the relationship easy.
Feeding a small dog
Small dogs put on weight from what looks like very little. Measure portions, count training treats against the daily total, and use a portion of the regular food for training rather than adding extra. Ask your vet what body condition should feel like under your hands and check periodically.
What to ask when you visit
Come in with questions. Ask about the individual puppy’s temperament in the store, what it has been eating, and what grooming will look like for that particular coat. Our Bichonpoo puppies come from our licensed breeders, and our team would rather set expectations properly than rush a decision.
Both stores, Orlando and Nashville, are open for visits. Plan your trip here, and ask about payment plans while you are with us.