For you dog lovers who also suffer from pet allergies, consider buying or adopting hypoallergenic dogs! Although hypoallergenic doesn’t mean 100% allergy-free, it does make being around the dog much more bearable. Some people with only mild allergies may not get allergy symptoms at all around hypoallergenic dogs! If you’re crazy about dogs, but you’re also cursed with pet allergies like I am, you’ll appreciate the existence of the hypoallergenic dogs below!
1. Maltese
Oh my gosh! Maltese dogs are the cutest little hypoallergenic dogs ever! They have a smooth and silky white coat of hair and they barely shed. It’s important to keep this dog well groomed, or else its hair will mat. I never used to like these dogs, because of the tear staining, but when the owner cleans its face frequently, and cares for its hair, the Maltese can be amazingly beautiful.
2. Labradoodle
Labradoodles are a fairly new breed, and so far, studies have supported that it’s a hypoallergenic dog. They can have brown, black, tan, or white hair that sheds little to not at all. I’ve only seen one labradoodle puppy, and he was definitely a cutie! Labradoodles come in a variety of sizes: miniature, medium, and standard, which are perfect for all sorts of environments such as small apartments, townhouses, or even 5 bedroom homes!
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3. Shih Tzu
Shih Tzu means "Little Lion" in Chinese. They are small dogs with a lot of attitude. Although they are hypoallergenic dogs, the Shih Tzu is extremely high maintenance when it comes to grooming. Daily brushing, weekly washing, and continuous checking for infections are very time consuming. Luckily the time you’d spend taking a larger dog out for exercise, can be used for grooming your Shih Tzu. They are not outside dogs, and they don’t require much exercise at all.
4. Portuguese Water Dog
You may have heard of the Portuguese Water Dog, Bo, Malia Obama’s dog. President Obama picked this dog because it’s considered to be a hypoallergenic dog, which barely sheds. The Obama’s haven’t thrown Bo out, so I assume his hair hasn’t been a problem for Malia’s allergies. Check out the Portuguese Water Dog at a pet shop and see how if your allergies can tolerate this dog.
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5. Bichon Frisé
Bichons are similar to Maltese dogs with regard to grooming. They don’t shed, but keep an eye out for that tear staining! If you keep them clean and combed, you’ll be safe with a cheerful, easy-going, hypoallergenic companion!
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6. Samoyed
Samoyeds are beautiful dogs! This is a breed that sheds A LOT, but many people with pet allergies don’t react to them because they don’t produce dander. Dander is the material that comes from most dogs that cause pet sufferers to sneeze, hack, and wheeze. If you don’t mind the shedding, your allergies and your Samoyed will get along fine!
7. Schnauzer
Schnauzers are hypoallergenic dogs with soft and fluffy hair that needs to be kept combed and brushed often. Whenever I see these dogs in pictures, I immediately think of a grandpa! They have fur around their mouths that resemble a grandfather’s beard. Much like the Labradoodle, the Schnauzer can be all different sizes: standard for people who live in bigger homes, medium sized dogs for smaller homes, and miniature dogs for apartment living.
8. Toy Poodle
Toy poodles would be great for allergy suffers however, you must be prepared to take really really good care of them. Toy Poodles are pretty fragile and prone to many genetic diseases if not cared for properly. If you are willing to care for these lovely dogs, you’re in store for lots of love from these cheerful, perky, and delightful cuties!
9. Yorkshire Terrier
I love Yorkies! They are so cute and polite! Every Yorkie I’ve seen has been playful, protective, and smart! Yorkshire Terriers don’t shed much at all and they don’t produce much dander, so people with pet allergies rarely have problems with these dogs. Yorkies are pretty high maintenance, but their company is well worth it!
10. Xoloitzcuintli
If your allergies are really bad, consider adopting a Hairless Xoloitzcuintli AKA Xolo. They are among the best dogs for people with pet allergies, because they don’t have hair! No shedding, no dander, no high maintenance washing and brushing, nothing dealing with hair! However, it is still important to keep their skin well groomed. Care for their skin as you would your own, which includes bathing, exfoliating, moisturizing, and keeping their skin safe from harmful sunrays! That doesn’t sound too hard!
I would probably be miserable if I knew that I could never cuddle up with a cute, fun-loving dog of my own. That’s why I’m so glad there are dogs that don’t upset my allergies! Do you know of any other dogs that are considered hypoallergenic? Which dogs work best with your allergies?
Comments
Nicole: @debra but a lab poodle does not make a hypoallergenic animal? Lol labs are far from hypoallergenic
Patricia: I love my shih tzu to death , and yes the level of maintenance is high for this breed, if you plan to get one I suggest you get it trimmed with either the puppy cut or teddy bear cut so all you have to do is brush it daily and wash it weekly, this cut needs to be redone every 1 1/2 to 2 months, Shih tzu are such sweethearts and overtime they will grow this bond with you, but remember they are a small dog breed so if you don't raise them properly and show them dominance from their puppy stage they will over time try to manipulate you by thinking they're boss.
Isabella: a coton de tulear is considered the best hypoallergenic dog out there. it is a small dog that is incredibly intelligent and is known as the "anti-depression dog" because of its happy personality!
Cat: Have to say having a large labradoodle myself... The statement that they don't shed is actually a myth!! ... They shed... Lots!!
Emily: You didn't mention the Havanese, it's a small hypoallergenic and non shedding breed. I've had allergic reactions to Portuguese Water Dogs, Samoyeds, and my old Bichon but I haven't had a single one to my 10 month old Havanese, Marley. Also I have to disagree with the point about small dogs needing as much exercise.
Victoria: Little thing mentioned for water dogs "check one out at a petshop" Please don't. Go to a breeder, or better yet a rescue! Even if your petshop pup doesn't come from a mill, petshop animals aren't socialized as well as a result there's a greater risk you'll have behavioural issues and separation anxieties. Do your research on wherever your getting your pup, not all breeders create equally and you want to make sure your pup is healthy and happy, and get a health guarantee. A friend of mine got a pup from a "good breeder" and within 24hrs noticed he was sick, poor pup had Parvovirus and the breeder wasn't taking any responsibility financial or other wise. A week later they poor guy was on his way to recovery but they were forced to spend a lot of money on vet bills/test etc for a new pup that should have been healthy, they found out after the fact that it was by no means the first time this had happened.
jillybean718: You didn't mention soft coated wheaten terriers! My dog is both non-shedding and hypoallergenic!
Stella: I am happy cuz my dog is a bichon frise crossed with a shih tzu .
Carla: My Bichon doesnt shed single hairs but she will lose small bunches sometimes. But i still love her to pieces. Her name is Schotzy and she is 5 yrs old. She was a rescue. Her previous owner died of cancer. I have had her 3 years.
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