The Bichon Frise dates back as far as the 13th century. The breed is a descendent of the Barbet Water Spaniel and the Poodle. It was traded all over the world by Spanish sailors. The dog eventually became a favorite of the 16th century French royal courts. In the 19th century it was a popular organ grinder’s dog and also a circus performer, Today the Bichon Frise is primarily a companion and show dog. Read the rest of this entry