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Bichon Family

     Bichon is the name for a group of related toy dogs A toy dog is a very small dog kept as a pet, as compared to a very small working dog, although both pet and working dogs can be very small. When an all-breed association or kennel club divides dog breeds into groups for purposes of competition, the Toy Group contains most of the smallest dog breeds in the club's registry. There has been much discussion as to whether the name signifies size alone, or also refers to use or temperament. This has sometimes led to misunderstanding or bad feeling in the world of purebred dogs; there seems to be no consensus.
     They vary in size and type, but all have tails curled over their back, long hair that doesn't readily shed, short snouts, drop ears, and expressive faces with large, dark eyes. They were all bred to be amiable companion dogs and have a friendly, alert temperament.

Dogs in this family include:

• Bichon Frise
• Havanese
• Maltese