The Sneeze About Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds

If you want a dog but have pet allergies consider hypoallergenic dog breeds. They are not 100 percent non-allergenic but some of them could be considered low allergy. This is because they do not shed or shed very little and have less dander than most dogs. It is noted that some people are actually allergic to dog saliva and hair. Those with bad allergies may not be able to tolerate these breeds, spend some time around them to monitor your reaction. Some dogs to consider are the Basenji, Bichon Frise, Chinese Crested, Poodle, Bedlington Terrier, Border Terrier, Shih Tzu, Coton de Tulear, Xoloitzcuintli, Havanese, Schnauzer, Irish Water Spaniel, Puli, Kerry Blue Terrier, Maltese, the Portuguese Water Dog, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Yorkshire Terrier. Sometimes hybrids dogs are a good choice to consider as well. Knowing what to do to manage your allergies will also help.

• Basenji.
• Bichon Frise.
• Chinese Crested.
• Poodle.
• Hybrids.
• Managing Allergies

Tracing back to Egypt With the BasenjiThis dog was developed in Africa and is highly skilled at hunting. They were brought the U. S. And Europe in the mid-twentieth century and were further refined. They are about 25 pounds, chestnut, black or tri-color and have white feet, tail tip and chest. They barely shed making them ideal hypoallergenic dog breeds. They also do not have doggy odor. Another benefit of this breed is that they do not bark.

Mediterranean Fluff Known As the Bichon FriseThis breed descended from the water spaniel and is a relative of the Havanese, Coton du Tulear and Maltese. They once travelled with Spanish sailors and were used in trade and later brought to the Canary Islands. In the 1300's it became a dog of the nobles in Italy. It gained popularity in France and it is here where it got its name, frise means curly. It came to the U. S. In the mid-twentieth century They are about 10 pounds on average and white in color. They are one of the hypoallergenic dog breeds.

The Hairless Chinese CrestedThese dogs are descendants of the hairless dogs from Mexico and Africa and were traded in ancient ports all over the world. They were developed by the Chinese who bred them to be smaller and used them as vermin hunters. This breed was noted as far back as the 14th century. They arrived in Europe in the 19th century and were bred in the U. S. In the early 20h century. They are about 10 pounds, bald and smooth skinned with hair on their feet, tail and head only making it one the hypoallergenic dog breeds.

The Beautiful PoodleThought to have originated from Germany their name translates to mean to splash in the water from the German word pudel. Standards are the oldest form of the breed, they are said to have been used as retrievers and their unique haircut was designed to protect their joints from the cold water. They average about 60 pounds and can be white, black, grey, brown or apricot colored. They are highly intelligent and easily trained. Their beautiful, unique coats of coarse, curly hair are constantly growing needing much grooming. It also makes them one of the hypoallergenic dog breeds.

Hybrid DogsHybrid dogs are a result of cross-breeding. Labradoodles are hypoallergenic and any dog mixed with a hypoallergenic dog breed will have this trait making for a large variety of dogs to choose from. If you suffer from allergies this is something to consider.

Managing AllergiesThe key to managing your allergies is to minimize the allergens in your environment. Vacuum often and wash your curtains and linens frequently. Use an air purifier and enjoy whichever of the hypoallergenic dog breeds fits you best.