Bichon Frise vs Russkiy Toy
Compare the Bichon Frise to the Russkiy Toy. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bichon Frise and Russkiy Toys.
Compare the Bichon Frise to the Russkiy Toy. Use the tool below to compare temperament, size, personality, maintenance requirements, and everything else between Bichon Frise and Russkiy Toys.
Breed Name | Bichon Frise | Russkiy Toy |
General Details | ||
Breed Type | Purebred | Purebred |
Is Hypoallergenic | Yes | No |
Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 10-12 yrs. |
Height | 9-11 in. | 7½-11 in. |
Weight | 7-12 lb | 6-6 lb |
Intelligence | High | Average |
History | ||
Origin Country | Spain | Russia |
Origin Year | 1300 AD | 1958 AD |
Temperament | ||
Overall Friendliness | ||
Family Friendly | ||
Kid Friendly | ||
Pet Friendly | ||
Stranger Friendly | ||
Personality | ||
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Living Environment | ||
Apartment | Yes | Yes |
Indoor | Yes | Yes |
Small Yard | No | No |
Medium Yard | No | No |
Large Yard | No | No |
Temperature Tolerance ¹ | 50°F to 75°F | 40°F to 80°F |
Barks/Howls | ||
Exercise Needs | ||
Energy Level | Medium-High | Medium-High |
Exercise Required | Medium | Low-Medium |
Top Running Speed | 15 mph | 14 mph |
Strength | Low | Low |
Grooming Needs | ||
Coat Maintenance | High | Medium-High |
Shedding | None | Medium |
Dander | None | Medium |
Drool Amount | None | None-Low |
Breed Name | Bichon Frise | Russkiy Toy |
Breed Mentality | ||
Dominant/Alpha | No | No |
Family/Pack | Yes | Yes |
Independent | No | No |
Breed Focus | ||
Distracted Easily | No | No |
Average | Yes | Yes |
Focused & Patient | No | No |
Breed Instincts | ||
Aggression | Below Average | Below Average |
Burrow/Digging | Below Average | Average |
Chasing | Below Average | Average |
Follow Commands | Average | Very Low |
Fighting | Below Average | Below Average |
Guarding | Below Average | Average |
Herding | Below Average | Very Low |
Hunting | Average | Below Average |
Protection | Below Average | Very Low |
Remove Vermin | Below Average | Average |
Sledding | Below Average | Very Low |
Watch | Below Average | High |
Breed Name | Bichon Frise | Russkiy Toy |
Lifespan | ||
Lifespan | 12-15 yrs. | 10-12 yrs. |
Common Health Issues | ||
Allergies | Yes | No |
Bladder Stones | Yes | No |
Hip Dysplasia | Yes | No |
Juvenile Cataracts | Yes | No |
Patellar Luxation | Yes | Yes |
Retained Baby Teeth | No | Yes |
Vaccination Sensitivity | Yes | No |
Breed Name | Bichon Frise | Russkiy Toy |
Coat | ||
Hair | Yes | Yes |
Coat Type | ||
Double Coat | Yes | No |
Single Coat | No | Yes |
Smooth Coat | No | Yes |
Coat Texture | ||
Wavy | Yes | Yes |
Straight | No | Yes |
Coat Length(s) | ||
Long | Yes | Yes |
Short | No | Yes |
Medium | No | Yes |
Coat Color(s) | ||
White | Yes | No |
White & Apricot | Yes | No |
White & Buff | Yes | No |
White & Cream | Yes | No |
Black&tan | No | Yes |
Blue&tan | No | Yes |
Brown&tan | No | Yes |
Red With Black Overlay | No | Yes |
Red With Brown Overlay | No | Yes |