They are friendly, bright and loyal. Training is advisable, but some dogs can be slow to learn. They are active and lively dogs that enjoy playing with the family and this kind of behaviour will continue for the duration of the dog's life. Despite this, they are truly lovable and settle into a home very quickly. Appearance Lowchens are considered part of the Bichon group, but are highly recognisable due to their unique clipped and shaved appearance.
Unclipped dogs have a long coated scruffy look.
They have a short small body with a short head and dark nose and should grow no taller than about 35cm. They vary in colour from chocolate and apricot, chocolate and cream, gold, sable, black and tan, blue and cream, and parti-colours. The coat is long and wavy, especially around the ears. The tail is clipped along the part of its length, leaving just a plume of hair. The hind quarters are closely shaved also leaving the feet.