Description:

Country of Origin: United States. The Teddy Bear is a Bichon Frise/Shih Tzu hybrid. Size: The size may very depending on the dog. Height ranges from 8-11 inches and weight from 15-18 pounds. Coat: Teddy Bear has a double, hypo-allergenic coat. The topcoat is silky and the undercoat is coarse. Character: The Teddy Bear is sweet in nature and lively. Loves being with it"s family. They are intelligent and curious. Temperament: The Teddy Bear is affectionate and docile. They are gentle and responsive. Will be tolerant of children but require early socialization. They are eager to please and thrives on praise. Care: The coat requires regular brushing and bathe when necessary. Training: The Teddy Bear is a quick learner and their eagerness to please make them an easy dog to train. Activity: The Teddy Bear is happiest when they are with their family. They are a companion dog. They will adapt to the family"s lifestyle. Some sort of daily exercise is required, be it a walk or just some playtime.