Is the Bichon Frise a good pet?

Over a thousand years of dedicated breeding to making a friendly, playful and affectionate dog for court is finding new use for the needs of a house pet. More and more, dog owners are interested in companion type dogs that have good all around temperaments, and there is an increased desire for small dogs which won't be yappy, stand-offish, nervous or aggressive, all traits the Bichons should not have if properly bred.