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It is called Bichon to a group of dog breeds that have as common characteristics being small, having long hair and a sweet and affectionate character.
It is believed that the Bichon term comes from Barbichón, as they were called the poodle puppies or Barbet and by similarity, the term was applied to these races.
The Federation Cynologique Internationale qualify the Bichon breeds within the Group IX, in a single section; section 1 Bichons and similar breeds.
In this section are included also 2 races which did not bear the name of Bichon but if share appearance and character: