Bichon frise, BEE shon frih ZAY, is a breed of small, lively dog. A bichon frise stands from 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 centimeters) high and weighs from 12 to 15 pounds (5.4 to 7 kilograms). It is white, often with tan, cream, or orange-yellow markings. The dog has a soft, dense undercoat and an outer coat of coarser, curly guard hairs. Together, the coats have a velvety feel.