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.
Quick Summary
- Owner Experience - Both breeds are good choices for new or inexperienced owners, but the Russkiy Toy is better suited for new owners.
- Children - The Bichon Frise is very child friendly. The Russkiy Toy does okay around kids, but is not as tolerant as the Bichon Frise.
- Grooming - Both breeds have high grooming requirements, but the Russkiy Toy is slightly easier to groom between the two.
- Barking - The Russkiy Toy has an above-average tendency to bark, while the Bichon Frise is an average barker.
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| 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 |
¹This is estimated min/max temperature range for a healthy adult dog. Dogs that live indoors, puppies, seniors, unwell dogs, and/or dogs with improperly groomed coats may overheat sooner and get cold more quickly.
| 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 |