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- Average Litter Size of Bichon Frise
- Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Bichon Frise Will Have
- How Big Will a Bichon Frise Puppy Get?
- How Much is a Bichon Frise Puppy
- How Long is a Bichon Frise Pregnant?
- How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Bichon Frise
- Conclusion on Bichon Frise Litter Size
Average Litter Size of Bichon Frise
Researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science did a study where they counted the numbers of puppies in 192 different Bichon Frise birth litters.
From this study, the researchers found that the average number of puppies that Bichon Frises can have is 4 puppies. Also, the Bichon Frise can have as few as 1 puppies per litter and as many as 10 puppies per litter.
See how the litter size of the Bichon Frise compares to that of other dog breeds below:
Read this article to learn about how many puppies dogs have.
Calculator to Predict How Many Puppies Bichon Frise Will Have
Bichon Frise Litter Size Predictor
According to the result of the research carried out by researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, the number of puppies a Bichon Frise will have depends on the following main factors:
- The size of the breed (most important factor): Giant dog breeds tend to have a bigger litter size, while smaller breeds give birth to a smaller number of puppies
- The method of mating: Natural mating results in a larger litter size than artificial insemination.
- The age of the female dog: Check out the chart below to see how many puppies a female Bichon Frise is likely to have at different ages.
According to research, the following factors do not affect litter size:
- The time of the year of the litter was born (season of birth): Although, from the study, litters born in the Spring seem to be larger than litters from other seasons, however, the difference was not of significance.
- The number of times a female dog has given birth in the past (known as parity): The age of the female dog is more important to the extent that it makes parity insignificant.
Based on the important factors that affect litter size, the researchers from the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science developed formulas for predicting the litter size of dogs.
We have developed the Bichon Frise litter size calculator above based on their formulas. Use the calculator to predict how many puppies a Bichon Frise will have based on the age, and method of pregnancy for a Bichon Frise
The calculator tells you how many puppies your Bichon Frise will have if your Bichon Frise gets pregnant today. The calculator assumes that the length of pregnancy will be two months.
Note that we are NOT in any way encouraging you to breed your Bichon Frise. Dog breeding requires expertise. If you want to be breeding dogs, get the necessary training. Also, work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a dog.
The table below shows the average litter size to expect from a Bichon Frise at different ages. This table applies to a Bichon Frise that conceives through natural mating.
| Age (Years) | Average Litter Size | Litter Size Range |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 3 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 4 | 4 puppies | 3 to 6 puppies |
| 5 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 6 | 4 puppies | 2 to 6 puppies |
| 7 | 4 puppies | 1 to 7 puppies |
| 8 | 4 puppies | 1 to 7 puppies |
| 9 | 3 puppies | 0 to 7 puppies |
How Big Will a Bichon Frise Puppy Get?
A Bichon Frise puppy will grow up to weigh around 7 to 12 pounds. Furthermore, a Bichon Frise puppy will grow up to be 9 to 11 inches tall at the shoulder.
Learn more about Bichon Frise weight and how big Bichon Frises grow here
How Much is a Bichon Frise Puppy
The average price of a Bichon Frise puppy is $2080. The price of a Bichon Frise puppy ranges from $1500 to $2395.
Since the Bichon Frise has an average litter size of 4, therefore a Bichon Frise litter birth is worth $8320.
To learn more about the price of Bichon Frise puppy, check our review on how much Bichon Frise puppy cost, and Bichon Frise buying advice.
How Long is a Bichon Frise Pregnant?
Bichon Frises are pregnant for 63 days on average (2 months) after conception. However, this is an average value. The length of pregnancy in Bichon Frises can range from 58-68 days.
However, note that it is difficult to know the exact day that your Bichon Frise conceives because conception may not happen at the same time that mating happens.
Sperm can live inside a female Bichon Frise for several days after mating before conception occurs.
How to Ensure a Successful Pregnancy in Bichon Frise
To ensure that your Bichon Frise successfully gets pregnant and deliver its puppies, here at the things you can do:
- Feed your Bichon Frise well: A good diet will ensure that your Bichon Frise has the nutrients and the energy it needs to get pregnant and maintain the pregnancy.
- Make sure your Bichon Frise is in good health: Ensure you take your Bichon Frise to the Vet care regularly for checkups, make sure your Bichon Frise gets regular exercise. Also, make sure that your is not overweight or underweight.
To learn how to check if your Bichon Frise is overweight or underweight, check out this resource.
Conclusion on Bichon Frise Litter Size
Bichon Frises can have 4 puppies per litter birth on average. The number of puppies that a Bichon Frise will have depends on factors such as the age of the Bichon Frise and the method of pregnancy (natural or artificial insemination).
Breeding Bichon Frises the right way requires expertise and should be done after sufficient training.
Also, you should work closely with a veterinarian when breeding a Bichon Frise. There are a lot of nuances involved in breeding a dog, which we do not have the time or the space to discuss here.
However, working with a veterinarian will ensure that your Bichon Frise gets the right treatment necessary to make healthy puppies.
The litter size research study that we used for this article was conducted on Bichon Frises in Norway. However, the authors of the research believe that the results can be generalized to other countries that have similar dog management systems as Norway.