Pet lovers who are allergic to their favorite dogs can still be pet parents. The idea is to find non-allergenic dog breeds that don't shed as much hair and dander. Non-shedding dogs are also known as hypoallergenic dogs, and they are an excellent alternative for people who suffer from allergies.
Breeds that are low shedding, are more likely to be hypoallergenic, as the dog's dander and saliva stick to the hair and are not released into the environment. However, protein expression levels play a major role and the amount of shedding alone does not determine the degree of allergic reaction.
Though practically all dogs shed and all dogs release dander and saliva to some extent, it is best to opt for a dog with low shedding, and even if they shed, they must have a lengthy coat over them to cover it until they are groomed.
Here is a list of 15 dogs that are considered good for people with allergies :
List of 15 Best Breed of Dogs for People with Allergies
1. Poodle
Poodles are well-known for their minimally shedding, single coat, and are popular parents for
designer dogs marketed as 'allergy-friendly'. Poodles can be excellent for a family of persons who have light allergic sensitivity to dogs. The curly, light-shedding coat of the breed traps dead hair and dander, which can be easily and frequently maintained with regular
grooming and brushing.
2. Bichon Frise
An allergy sufferer's sole reaction to a Bichon Frise will be a collective Aww. Their thick, fluffy coats are tightly curled, which keeps dead hairs and dander in place until grooming day when they are brushed off.
3. Havanese
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Havanese breed also has a coat similar to the hypoallergenic Bichon Frise, making these canines an excellent choice for persons who suffer from allergies. Their fluffy coats are deceptively thick, with a gentle wave rather than curled like a Bichon, which helps prevent hairs from coming out all over the place.
4. Shih Tzu
With the same sort of hair that people have, a Shih Tzu coat is less likely to induce a bad reaction in someone who is allergic to pets. Grooming and regular brushing are required to keep a Shih Tzu's coat at its most effective, low-shedding level.
5. Yorkshire Terrier
People with allergies are less prone to react to the Yorkies' human-hair-like coat. Yorkies do not have a shedding undercoat, so if properly trimmed and groomed, they might be a perfect alternative for mild allergy sufferers.
6. Basenji
A Basenji, which is nearly as adept at self-cleaning as a cat, is an excellent choice as a
hypoallergenic dog for persons who suffer from allergies. This pup not only grooms himself, but his soft, short hair does not shed as much as other dogs', leaving less dander and having less of an effect on sensitive immune systems.
7. Airedale Terrier
This breed, the tallest of all terriers, makes a fine family pet but loves to run outside and requires enough of daily activity. The Airedale's coat is described by breeders as dense, wiry, and minimal shedding. Hence, it's also considered suitable for allergic people.
8. Schnauzer
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schnauzer comes in two types. The only thing the large schnauzer and regular schnauzer have in common is their wiry coat. The regular schnauzer is recognized for its rat hunting abilities, while the large schnauzer is known for its excellent guarding abilities. Both dogs hardly ever shed.
9. Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Water Spaniels can be ideal pets for allergy sufferers if they are brushed on a regular basis and have a spa day every few months to clean and neaten up their coat. The dark liver coat of the breed is waterproof, made up of dense ringlets, and nonshedding.
10. Lowchen
The fluffy 'little lion,' also known as a lowchen, is a small breed that competes in dog sports. The dog's fur is soft, long, and sheds very little.
