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Which breed of dog is best for people with allergies and/or which breed doesnt shed much2007-11-25 2:55:07

American Hairless Terrier

Basenji

Bedlington Terrier

Bergamasco

Bichon Frise

Bichon/Yorkie

Bolognese

Border Terrier

Bouvier des Flandres

Cairn Terrier

Cavachon

Chacy Ranior

Chinese Crested (hairless)

Cockapoo

Coton De Tulear

Doodleman Pinscher

Giant Schnauzer

Hairless Khala

Havanese

Irish Water Spaniel

Kerry Blue Terrier

Labradoodle

Lagotto Romagnolo

Lowchen (Little Lion Dog)

Maltese

Malti-Poo

Miniature Littlefield Sheepdog

Miniature Poodle

Miniature Schnauzer

Native American Indian Dog

Peruvian Inca Orchid

Poos

Portuguese Water Dog

Puli (Pulik)

Schnoodle

Shepadoodle

Shichon

Shih-Tzu

Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

Spanish Water Dog

Standard Poodle

Standard Schnauzer

Tibetan Terrier

Toy Poodle

West Highland White Terrier

Wirehaired Fox Terrier

Xoloitzcuintle

Allergies Yorkshire Terrier

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The difference between shedding and non-shedding breeds is this: shedding breeds grow hair to a certain length, after which it falls out and new hair comes in, usually twice a year. How long & how thick the coat grows, and how much will be shed, depends on the particular breed.

Non-shedding breeds have hair that just grows and grows, exactly like the hair on a human head, and just like humans the hair can be cut regularly or left to grow into a spectacular flowing coat. The upside is no hair in the house, on your clothes, or in the air. The downside is that the hair needs regular care, just like yours, which can be time-consuming or expensive, otherwise it will get long and matted. If grooming isn't your favorite hobby, it's perfectly fine to keep the dog's coat short. If you're not fussy about giving your dog a fancy cut, it's fairly easy to do this yourself.