I am a delighted owner of handsome Bichon Frises! My husband and daughter are both allergy sufferers with shedding animals. No problem with the bichons. Alex and Nicky are our babies. They are very intellegent, agile,entertaining, loveable pets. They are known as "Curley Lap Dogs." The only problem with Bichons, are they are sensitive and get their feelings hurt so you have to study Bichons so you and they will be happy. They can not be left alone for long periods of time on a daily basis. Have you looked around on the AKC official web site? We studied for several months with the info they give with the different breeds. It helped us to make the proper choice making us all a happy family. Training is very important for socializing and for well behaved pets. We are so happy with our boys!!!! We wished we could have a Bichon Farm!