How smart is a Bichon Frisé?

The Bichon Frisé is a moderately intelligent breed, ranking 45th out of 131 breeds in obedience and working intelligence. This places them in the "average intelligence" tier, meaning they typically understand new commands in 25-40 repetitions and obey a known command 50% of the time or better. They excel in adaptability and memory, scoring 4 out of 5 in both categories, but are average in problem-solving and social intelligence. To understand more about the unique intelligence of the Bichon Frisé, delve into our comprehensive breed analysis.