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Bichon Frise

CoatCurly double coat
How oftenBrush every 1-2 days; groom every 4-6 weeks
ToolsSlicker brush, metal comb, clippers
Matting riskhigh

Prep notes

Very mat-prone. Brushing and dryer practice pay off.

Tracks to start with

Brushing · Dryer & air · Table & standing

Sources: AKC: Bichon Frise breed page · AKC: How to Groom a Dog. Frequencies are typical ranges. Your groomer may recommend a different schedule.

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