The Bichon Frise is a popular, pure white companion dog. They are characterised by their small stature and playful, friendly disposition. Having only been introduced to the United States in the mid 1950's, Bichons have been rising in popularity over the last couple decades and are a much more common dog now. Because of this, many people are looking to adopt or rescue a Bichon without fully knowing the ins and outs of the breed. In this article we will look at four of the breed's most common health issues, and how you can take steps to avoid some of them.