How long does a Poochon live?

A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Bichon Frise (14–15 years).

Is a Poochon easy to train?

Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

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Poochon

Also searched as Poodle Bichon Mix

The Poochon is a cross between a Poodle and a Bichon Frise. Most grow into small dogs of 11–16 lb and live 12–16 years.

Poodle, a purebred dog — PoodlePhoto: UszkarFoto92, CC0, source

Bichon Frise, a purebred dog — Bichon FrisePhoto: Heike Andres, CC BY-SA 3.0 de, source

Photos show the purebred parents. There is no single look for a mix: puppies in one litter can resemble either side.

Weight11–16 lbcan be 10–18 lb

Height10–13 inat the shoulder

Lifespan12–16 years

SizeSmall

How big does a Poochon get?

Miniature Poodle10–15 lb

The mix11–16 lb

Bichon Frise12–18 lb

Pounds. The dark band is where most Poochon dogs end up; the light band is the full range between the smallest and largest parent.

Height runs 10–13 inches at the shoulder, against 10–15 in for the Miniature Poodle and 9.5–11.5 in for the Bichon Frise.

Size figures assume a Miniature Poodle parent, the size closest to the Bichon Frise. A different poodle size moves the whole range.

Coat, energy and training

Shedding

Very low

Poodle and Bichon Frise have low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.

Energy

Moderate

Daily walks and some play are enough for most of these dogs.

Trainability

Moderate to very high

The Poodle rates very high and the Bichon Frise moderate; a puppy may lean either way.

Grooming

Very high

Expect regular brushing and professional grooming every few weeks.

Temperament

The Poodle is usually described as active, proud, very smart. The Bichon Frise as playful, curious, peppy. A mix can take after either parent or land in between. If you can, meet both parents of a puppy before you choose.

Poodle vs Bichon vs the mix

Trait	Miniature Poodle	Poochon	Bichon Frise
Weight	10–15 lb	11–16 lb	12–18 lb
Height	10–15 in	10–13 in	9.5–11.5 in
Lifespan	10–18 yr	12–16 yr	14–15 yr
Shedding	very low	very low	very low
Energy	moderate	moderate	moderate
Group	Non-Sporting	mixed	Non-Sporting

Questions about the Poochon

How big does a Poochon get?: Most grow to 11–16 pounds and 10–13 inches at the shoulder. Because puppies can take after either parent, the full possible range is 10–18 pounds.
How long does a Poochon live?: A typical lifespan is 12–16 years, the midpoint of the Poodle (10–18 years) and the Bichon Frise (14–15 years).
Does a Poochon shed?: Shedding is very low. Poodle and Bichon Frise have low-shedding coat, so some puppies shed little. It is not guaranteed: coat type varies even within one litter, and no dog is truly hypoallergenic.
Is a Poochon easy to train?: Trainability is moderate to very high, based on how both parent breeds respond to training. Start early and keep sessions short.

Other Poodle mixes

Other Bichon mixes

Figures are calculated from each parent breed's standard height, weight and life expectancy. How we calculate.