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Bichon Frise Training

Do you have a Bichon Frise that needs some training help? Natalie from Crazy Kind Calm dog training can help!

With over 900 dogs trained across the Macedon Ranges, Natalie understands the unique personality and needs that come with this wonderful breed.

Bichon Frises are cheerful, playful companion dogs with a trademark fluffy white coat. They're social, adaptable, and generally good-natured — but they have a stubborn streak and can develop anxiety-based behaviours if not properly supported.

Common Bichon Frise traits and training needs

  • Prone to separation anxiety — bred for companionship and struggle when left alone
  • Can be difficult to toilet train, especially in cold or wet weather
  • May develop barking habits, particularly at visitors and unfamiliar noises
  • Can become demanding of attention and develop attention-seeking behaviours
  • Prone to guarding food, toys, or their favourite person
  • Can be over-excited and jumpy during greetings

Bichon owners love their happy little cloud of a dog. If your Bichon follows you everywhere, barks when you leave the room, or treats toilet training like an optional activity on rainy days, these are really common Bichon patterns. Their cheerful disposition and desire for companionship make them responsive to gentle, consistent training — they genuinely want to be your best little mate.

Lilou - Bichon Frise dog training
Sam - Bichon Frise dog training
Timmy - Bichon Frise dog training

Bichon Frise Training Options

Whether your Bichon Frise is a new puppy or an older dog with some habits to work on, we've got options to suit.

One-on-one dog training
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One-on-One Training

Personalised sessions in your home, where the challenges actually happen. We work together on your specific goals — whether it's pulling on lead, barking, poor recall, jumping up, or something else entirely.

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Puppy school class
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Puppy School

Group classes in Kyneton for puppies aged 8-16 weeks. Build confidence, learn essential skills, and socialise with other pups in a safe, supportive environment.

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Bichon Frise (and others) Success Stories

★★★★★ Google
"Crazy Kind Calm Dog Training have helped us and our puppy progress in leaps and bounds. He has become more responsive and confident. The program is designed to meet the individual needs of our family and the environment our puppy lives in. The notes provided afterwards, enables us to practice our learnings between sessions. Would recommend Nat to anyone looking to bring a dog into the family."

carolyn Guild March 2026

Leica
Vizsla • Malmsbury
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie is a brilliant pup & human educator! Her solutions are focused on sustainable, kind & fun techniques for the whole family. Our pup Leica was enamoured from day one & to be honest we were a little star struck too. Cannot recommend Natalie highly enough. 5 stars just aren’t enough."

Kirsty Doyle

Vizsla dog training in Malmsbury
Merlot
Australian Shepherd • 3551
★★★★★ Google
"Natalie is an absolute legend! We welcomed two Aussie Shepherd boys from the same litter and had heard plenty about the challenges of raising two brothers. We couldn’t have done it better without her guidance. We truly appreciate her ongoing support and the positive changes we’ve seen."

Venessa Nadolnik

Australian Shepherd dog training in 3551
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Some of the Bichon Frises (and others) We've Trained

Sam Bichon Frise dog training
Sam Maldon
Timmy Bichon Frise dog training
Timmy Castlemaine
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Floss Gisborne
Coco Spoodle dog training
Coco Sunbury
Lola English Staffordshire Terrier dog training
Lola Kyneton
Douglas Groodle dog training
Douglas Romsey
Cleaver Belgian Malinois dog training
Cleaver Maldon
Flynn Border Collie x Kelpie dog training
Flynn Kyneton
Bella Australian Cattle Dog dog training
Bella Castlemaine
Maverick Cavalier King Charles Spaniel x Labrador dog training
Maverick Riddells Creek

Ready to train your Bichon Frise?

Let's talk about your goals and how we can help your Bichon Frise become the best dog they can be.

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