English Foxhound has average obesity risk, needs balanced diet, daily walks, and weight monitoring.

Bichon Frise has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the English Foxhound is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bichon Frises are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Active
Friendly
Sociable
Companionable
Gentle
Tolerant

Affectionate
Playful
Sensitive
Cheerful
Gentle
Intelligent

English Foxhounds are moderate shedders, but regular brushing can reduce shedding and maintain coat health.

Bichon Frises are low shedding dogs, requiring minimal coat care.

English Foxhounds aren't great guard dogs; they tend to just watch without taking action.

Bichon Frises are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Great Britain

France

hound, fox terrier, bulldog, greyhound

barbet, water dog

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club

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

1700s

ancient times

Hound (AKC:1909)
Scenthound (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:1972)
Companion (UKC)

Hazel
Brown

Brown

Black

Black

Black
White
Brown
Pied

White
Cream

English Foxhounds have coats that can be either short or medium in length.

Bichon Frises have medium-length coats.

Wiry

Curly

An English Foxhound can have a litter of 10-13 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bichon Frise can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

English Foxhounds are known for their adaptability and can adjust well to different environments and lifestyle changes.

Bichon Frises are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

The English Foxhound is prone to health issues and requires regular check-ups with a vet to identify and treat any problems early.

While the Bichon Frise breed is generally healthy, occasional vet check-ups are still necessary to address any health concerns.

Epilepsy
Spinal Disorder

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Deafness
Hip Dysplasia

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

Hearing
Blood Test
X-Rays
Physical Examination

Eye
Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

English Foxhounds thrive on an active lifestyle due to their high-energy nature.

Bichon Frises are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

English Foxhound has above average social needs and thrives with interaction with humans and other dogs.

Bichon Frise has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

English Foxhounds need high physical activity and are ideal for active individuals, but not suitable for sedentary lifestyles or small apartments.

Bichon Frises need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

English Foxhounds are active and require sufficient sleep to stay healthy.

Bichon Frises are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

English Foxhound dogs bark and howl frequently and are not recommended for quiet homes.

Bichon Frises bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

English Foxhound dogs are not typically good guard dogs due to their lack of protective nature and weak territorial drive.

Bichon Frise dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Camping, Go to Park, Walking, Walk, Hiking

Play, Agility, Walk, Walking, Sniffing, Running, Tricks, Fetch, Cuddling, Swimming, Socializing, Cuddle, Sleeping, Training, Go to Park, Lickin, Pets, Run, Snuggle, Sleep, Barking, Eating, Belly rubs, Off-leash, Chase, Dog Parks, Speak, High Five, Tug-of-war, Toys

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For English Foxhound, it's at least 10 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bichon Frise, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most English Foxhounds usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bichon Frises usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The English Foxhound is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Bichon Frises have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

Slicker Brush
Nail Clipper

Pin Brush
Comb
Scissors
Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 55-75 pound (25 - 34 kg) English Foxhound feed 3 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 11-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Bichon Frise feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of an English Foxhound is somewhere $1.70 - $2.00 per day.

The average cost of a Bichon Frise is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of an English Foxhound is between $48 - $63. This makes an average of $576 - $756 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bichon Frise is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

English Foxhounds have average emotions and adapt well to different situations.

This breed is sensitive and requires gentle handling and a calm home environment.

The English Foxhound is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Bichon Frises make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

English Foxhounds make excellent family pets for kids due to their gentle, protective nature and calm temperament.

Bichon Frises are good with kids if socialized and trained from a young age.

English Foxhounds are somewhat cat friendly and can be trained to get along with cats.

Bichon Frises are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

English Foxhounds are averagely friendly around strangers but benefit from early socialisation.

Bichon Frises are highly friendly around strangers.

English Foxhounds have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Bichon Frises are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.

English Foxhounds are popular for their ease of training and quick learning ability.

Bichon Frises are usually easy to train but require consistency to fully obey commands.