Polish Tatra Sheepdog tends to gain weight easily, needs increased exercise and playtime along with controlled food intake.

Bichon Frise has high obesity risk, needs regular exercise and food control to maintain healthy weight.

Unfortunately, the Polish Tatra Sheepdog is not hypoallergenic, making it not a good choice for a dog lover who suffers from pet allergies.

While no dogs are truly 100% hypoallergenic, Bichon Frises are about as close as it gets, making them an ideal pet if you are an allergy sufferer.

Calm
Independent
Intelligent

Affectionate
Playful
Sensitive
Cheerful
Gentle
Intelligent

Choose a Polish Tatra Sheepdog if you want a top-notch watchdog. This breed takes guarding seriously, and may not require much training, though obedience or guard dog training can improve their skills.

Bichon Frises are decent watchdogs - they'll alert their owner if something seems amiss.

Poland

France

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American Rare Breed Association
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
United Kennel Club
American Canine Association, Inc.
Polish Tatra Sheepdog Club Of America
Polish Kennel Club

American Canine Registry
American Kennel Club
America's Pet Registry
Canadian Kennel Club
Dog Registry of America Inc.
Federation Cynologique Internationale
Kennel Club of Great Britain
North American Purebred Registry, Inc.
American Canine Association, Inc.
Australian National Kennel Council
Continental Kennel Club
National Kennel Club
New Zealand Kennel Club
United Kennel Club
The Bichon Frise Club Of America

Unknown

ancient times

Herding
Guardian Dog (UKC)

Non Sporting (AKC:1972)
Companion (UKC)

Brown

Brown

Black

Black

White

White
Cream

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have longer coats compared to most dogs.

Bichon Frises have medium-length coats.

Wavy

Curly

A Polish Tatra Sheepdog can have a litter of 10-12 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

A Bichon Frise can have a litter of 12-15 puppies on average. However, it's worth noting that the size of the litters can vary greatly. Factors that can influence litter size include the health of the mother, breeding history, and genetics.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have average adaptability to changes in lifestyle and living environments compared to other breeds.

Bichon Frises are highly adaptable and versatile, making them excellent companions for families and individuals of all lifestyles.

Usually A Very Healthy Breed

Patellar Luxation
Hip Dysplasia
Dental Disease
Legg-Calve-Perthes Disease

Patellar Luxation
Canine Hip Dysplasia

Cataract
Urolithiasis
Allergies
Tooth Loss
Hemophilia
Atopic Dermatitis
Patent Ductus Arteriosus

X-Rays
Eye Examination
Physical Examination
Allergy Testing

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Blood
Knee
Heart
X-Rays
Dental Examination
Allergy Tests

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are suitable for those with a balanced lifestyle as they have an average energy level.

Bichon Frises are a good choice for a low-key lifestyle due to their low energy levels.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has average social needs and is less independent than other breeds.

Bichon Frise has very high social needs and requires regular mental and physical stimulation, a job or purpose, and companionship.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs need moderate physical activity and are great for families and active individuals.

Bichon Frises need only a small amount of physical activity, ideal for busy or elderly people or those with limited space.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have moderate energy levels and typical sleep patterns of 12-14 hours per day.

Bichon Frises are known for their relaxed and calm nature and enjoy long periods of sleep.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs are generally less vocal than other breeds and only bark when necessary, such as to alert their owner or communicate.

Bichon Frises bark moderately when necessary and may also bark due to certain triggers like fear, alarm, boredom, greeting, separation anxiety and compulsive barking.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog dogs have a strong protective nature and territorial instinct. They are highly vigilant and will fiercely defend their home and family.

Bichon Frise dogs may not be the best choice as guard dogs because they do not have a strong instinct to defend their territory.

Walking, Swim, Walk, Run

Play, Agility, Walk, Walking, Sniffing, Running, Tricks, Fetch, Cuddling, Swimming, Socializing, Cuddle, Sleeping, Training, Go to Park, Lickin, Pets, Run, Snuggle, Sleep, Barking, Eating, Belly rubs, Off-leash, Chase, Dog Parks, Speak, High Five, Tug-of-war, Toys

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are high-energy dogs. They need mental as well as physical exercise. These dogs require a lot of your involvement and without it they can, and will, become problematic dogs.

Bichon Frises are medium-energy dogs and typically enjoy socializing and playing casual or even sustained games of chase with other dogs. They may also have occasional periods of barking or racing around the house.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Polish Tatra Sheepdog, it's at least 16 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

There's really no limit to how far you walk your dog as long as they're comfortable. For Bichon Frise, it's at least 7 miles / week. Just remember to build distance and stamina gradually over time.

In general most Polish Tatra Sheepdogs usually need at least 60 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

In general most Bichon Frises usually need at least 30 minutes of exercise daily. This can be spread across the day and include all sorts of high-energy activities, like walking, running and playing.

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is a low-maintenance breed that doesn't require much grooming.

Bichon Frises have high grooming needs, requiring regular trims and professional grooming assistance to keep their coat healthy.

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Comb
Nail Clipper

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Clipper
Nail Clipper

For an average 80-130 pound (36 - 59 kg) Polish Tatra Sheepdog feed 5 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

For an average 11-16 pound (5 - 7 kg) Bichon Frise feed 1 cups daily. But, keep in mind, the amount you feed is going to be dependent on the quality of the food you are feeding.

The average cost of a Polish Tatra Sheepdog is somewhere $4.90 - $5.60 per day.

The average cost of a Bichon Frise is somewhere $1.40 - $1.40 per day.

The average per month expenses of a Polish Tatra Sheepdog is between $112 - $154. This makes an average of $1344 - $1848 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

The average per month expenses of a Bichon Frise is between $35 - $42. This makes an average of $420 - $504 per year. It will be on the higher side when the dog is still small because it will need more frequent visits to the vet, shots.

Polish Tatra Sheepdog has below average obedience intelligence, but they excel in understanding human emotions.

Bichon Frises are average in obedience intelligence but have a high IQ and may cause trouble if left unsupervised.

The Polish Tatra Sheepdog is not suitable for apartments and requires a large yard to thrive. Pent-up energy in small spaces can lead to destructive behavior.

Bichon Frises make excellent apartment dogs, being fairly active indoors and not requiring a yard.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are average in their friendliness toward cats and tend to do well with them, especially if raised together.

Bichon Frises are very friendly with cats and make great companions for them.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are less friendly towards other dogs, but can improve with socialization.

Bichon Frises are generally very friendly towards other dogs, with a happy and affectionate temperament.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs are quick to announce strangers and can be standoffish or suspicious.

Bichon Frises are highly friendly around strangers.

Polish Tatra Sheepdogs have an average level of playfulness, enjoying playtime like most dogs but not excessively so.

Bichon Frises are a playful breed that needs daily playtime to be happy.