Differences between Bichon Frise and Teddy.

Bichon Frise and Teddy are two very popular small dog breeds, each with its own unique charm and characteristics. Although they are somewhat similar in appearance, upon closer inspection, significant differences can be found in many aspects such as coat color, body size, and personality.

Appearance differences

Eyes: The eyes of a Teddy are oval-shaped, like small grapes, with a relatively wide eye distance, giving a natural feeling. The eyes of a Bichon Frise are round and look like small dumplings. The outside of the eyes and the tip of the nose form a triangle, making them look bigger and cuter.

Mouth: The mouth of a Teddy is long and pointed, slightly upturned, like a little fox. The mouth of a Bichon Frise is relatively short, the face is wider, and the bite distance is also larger than that of a Teddy.

Ears: The ears of a Teddy are relatively large, at the same level as or slightly lower than the eyes, and the auricles are thinner. The ears of a Bichon Frise are slightly smaller, located slightly higher than the horizontal part of the eyes, and are covered with wavy long hair.

Body: The body of a Teddy is relatively tall, with slender limbs. The overall appearance is very coordinated, giving a feeling of a spirited young man. The body of a Bichon Frise is more rounded, and the legs are relatively short, giving a feeling of a cute and chubby little ball. According to data, Bichon Frise usually weighs between 3 – 7 kilograms and has a shoulder height of about 22 – 27 centimeters; Teddy generally weighs between 4 – 8 kilograms and has a shoulder height of about 25 – 30 centimeters.

Tail: Most Teddies have their tails docked. Even if not docked, the tail will not be carried on the back like other dogs. The tail of a Bichon Frise is long and thicker, with dense tail hair and is often carried on the back.

Hair: The hair color of a Teddy is diverse, including red, brown, white, gray, etc. Most of them are curly and relatively rough. The hair of a Bichon Frise is only white, very soft and smooth. It feels as comfortable as cotton candy when touched. The hair of a Bichon Frise puppy is relatively curly, and basically becomes straight hair when it grows up; the hair of a Teddy puppy is relatively straight and becomes more and more curly as it grows up.

Personality differences

The personality of a Bichon Frise is usually straightforward, clingy, and docile. They like to interact with people and are very suitable as family pets. Bichon Frise are smart and eager to learn, and can easily accept training and learn basic family rules and commands in a short time. In addition, Bichon Frise are also very lively and active and like outdoor activities. Moderate exercise is very beneficial to their physical health.

Teddy dogs are known for their cleverness and liveliness. Teddy dogs have a very high IQ ranking and belong to a dog breed with a very high IQ, so training is relatively easy. Teddy dogs have a mild and lovely personality and know how to read people’s expressions and can understand the owner’s intentions well. However, just because Teddy dogs are extremely intelligent, they may sometimes use small tricks to deceive the owner, so patience and consistency are needed when training.

Price differences

Bichon Frise

The price of ordinary pet-grade Bichon Frise is usually between 1000 yuan and 4500 yuan. This price range mainly depends on the appearance, bloodline, and consumption level of the purchasing area of the Bichon Frise. Generally speaking, the better the appearance and the purer the bloodline, the higher the price of the Bichon Frise.
If you pursue a purebred Bichon Frise, the price may rise to between 4000 yuan and 6500 yuan. These dogs usually have a better genetic background and a higher level of health.
The price of show-grade Bichon Frise is even more than 6500 yuan. These dogs are usually strictly trained and screened and have excellent appearance and performance.

Teddy dog

The price of Teddy dogs with ordinary bloodlines is generally between 600 yuan and 1500 yuan. This price range is also affected by many factors, including the appearance, bloodline, gender, and purchase channel of the Teddy dog.
For “high-end” varieties of Teddy dogs with purer bloodlines, the price will rise to between 3000 yuan and 5000 yuan. These dogs usually have better appearance and higher health levels.

In general, there are significant differences between Bichon Frise and Teddy dogs in many aspects such as coat color, body size, personality, and price. Bichon Frise has won the love of many pet lovers with its white fluffy hair and docile personality; while Teddy dogs have won wide acclaim with their rich coat colors, clever and lovely personalities, and elegant postures. No matter which dog breed you choose as a pet, you need to give them enough care and companionship to let them grow up healthily and happily.