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Stephanie Peyton, Flickr Cute Pet Name: EmmaBear Location: Texas Age: 7 years Dog Breed: Bichon-poodle mix Favorite Treat: Cheese Likes: Belly rubs, the beach and food. Dislikes: Being alone. Weird Quirk: Her owners are pretty sure she thinks she's human. Fun Fact: When EmmaBear was a puppy she was apricot, but she turned white by her second birthday. Congratulations to our submitter, Stephanie Peyton. If you'd like to submit your pet, upload your favorite pet photos to our Flickr pool! More Cute Pets ...

akcporn, flickr Dog Breed: Bichon Frise Personality: "A cheerful, happy dog," says the American Kennel Club, which goes so far as to label the bichon frise "merry." Originally bred as a companion dog, the bichon enjoys nothing more than basking in the nearness of you. "It has an independent spirit, is intelligent, affectionate, bold and lively," notes Dog Breed Info Center, Also, "it has a self-assured, happy temperament that is easy to live with." Grooming: While this dog is considered a non-shedding breed, it still requires daily grooming and some experts recommend a professional grooming once a month. The AKC's website explains, "Hair grows continually and does not shed, so extensive ...