I am in the market for a low allergy/non shedding dog.What would you recommend?
December 15th, 2006 by admin
Puff asked:
I have an interest in Yorkie Poos or Malt a poos, but I heard they tend to weigh less than 5 lbs.I want something between 10 and 40. Does anyone know of any breeders of low allergy dogs in either Illinois or Indiana?
I have an interest in Yorkie Poos or Malt a poos, but I heard they tend to weigh less than 5 lbs.I want something between 10 and 40. Does anyone know of any breeders of low allergy dogs in either Illinois or Indiana?
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December 18th, 2006 at 6:52 pm
try a miniature goldendoodle, they are a new breed being bred to weigh a max of 40-45 lbs.
December 18th, 2006 at 9:49 pm
Poodles! But remember, you must have non shedding dogs groomed often.
December 22nd, 2006 at 5:52 am
i have two miniature schnauzers that are somewhere around 20lbs. but standard ones are slightly larger.
the nice thing about schnauzers is that, while they are small dogs (15-22in high), they are solidly built and muscular. they are very friendly family dogs and always have a unique personality and character.
my dogs are 9 and 15 and are still as playful as they were in their youth. overall, they make great companions for anyone.
December 24th, 2006 at 2:41 pm
yorkies, maltese, poodles, basically any dogs that have hair instead of fur don’t shed as much. I think all those hybrid dogs are overrated you are basically your paying big bucks for people to make mutts!
December 24th, 2006 at 5:23 pm
I agree…get a poodle! They come in a variety of sizes based on whether they are “toy” or “standard”, etc., and despite the rumors that criculate, they are not “yappy” at all and they are actually very intelligent and affectionate dogs!
December 25th, 2006 at 1:23 am
XOLO’s!!!
These are wonderful, friendly, medium sized dogs with a face that only their mothers can love! (so ugly they are adorable) There are a number of sites devoted to them and much info available because anyone that owns one loves them and is usually eager to interact with other xolo owners. (full name of this terrific breed is pronounced ’sholo ex-kwint-lee)
December 25th, 2006 at 8:39 am
First off allergies to dogs and cats are breed specific.– The ones that tend to cause the least amount of reactions are the hair breeds– They are as follows: Shih-Tzu, Lhasa-Apso, Silkie,Yorkie, Bichon-Frise (arguably the best), Maltese , and poodle. Some people with allergies find that terriers cause them no problems (such as a schnauzer–miniature to giant sized) the terriers do technically shed. Most of the dogs above can be over 10 pounds– Just depends on breeding. The best way to find out what will work for you is to go to breeders, play with the type you are looking at, then go home and see if you react– There is no guarantee you won’t develop problems, but at least if you react after a few hours– you’ll know to stay away from that breed.
P.S.– the dogs listed in your post are mixed breeds– It’s a new trend. Make sure you don’t get a dog that sheds mixed with a poodle such as a labra-doodle– You’ll likely have shedding and allergy problems
December 26th, 2006 at 3:16 am
pugs ratterrier
December 29th, 2006 at 9:00 am
get a peruvian hairless dog…..
January 1st, 2007 at 1:43 am
I have the cutest Peek-a-Poo on earth! She’s all black, weighs about 12 pounds and the best part is that she doesn’t shed! Also, her hair stays relatively short so I only have to groom her about once every 2 months. I always get her completely shaved so she can start her looooong tail all over again. Hope this helps! Believe me, they are the best dogs in the world!
January 4th, 2007 at 10:03 am
Any Poodle cross will have a 50/50 chance of being non-shedding. The worst shedding dog I have ever seen was a labradoodle. If you want to be sure it will not shed, get a Poodle, not a Poodle cross.
Or get a Hairless Chinese Crested. Wonderful breed!
January 6th, 2007 at 1:44 am
Goldendoodle or labradoodle.
January 9th, 2007 at 3:04 am
I would definitely go with either a Schnauzer or Poodle.
I have Schnauzers for that exact same reason.
I have 2 Miniatures, and 1 Standard. Miniatures usually weigh around 20 lbs, and Standards around 40-45.