Need to know any medium to small breed of dogs that will not cause so much allergies?

Question

I have asthma and allergies. I've been thinking of getting a schnauzer, but would like to know of any other dogs that don't cause as much irratation.

Answer 1

I agree that dogs without undercoats are generally better to be around, but often people with allergies react to a dog's skin flakes (dandruff) or skin oils - not their hair. I have allergies and four greyhounds, a breed that does not produce large amounts of oil or dander (and also does not shed a lot). That said, I have been around greyhounds who are exceptions - individuals that DO have dander, etc. and cause my allergies to react. The best thing to do would be to visit with several individual dogs and see how you react to that specific dog, rather than purchasing/adopting based solely on breed.

Answer 2

You might want to spend some time around a breed like a Beagle or Schnauzer BEFORE you get one and realize that you have allergies no matter what and then get rid of the poor thing.
ALWAYS research a new pet before making a "lifelong" commitment. I would recommend a Beagle though. They have a friendly, predictable temperament. They are good with children and are very faithful. They are "low maintenance" also. You bathe them once a month and brush them once a week or so. You can almost ALWAYS find a Beagle in an animal shelter.

Answer 3

Dogs who have only one coat and don't shed are better for persons with allergies. Maltese are the best for this. They are beautiful dogs but require work keeping up the coat or going to a groomer. Their skin is pink just like humans and they can get sunburn and they don't shed. they should weigh only between 3 to 7 pounds any bigger and they are not purebred. All white with the correct points. go to AKC site and look up the points that are supposed to be there. One is the nose should be all black. Their hair should be soft and silky, not curly or kinky in any way. Yorkies are also pretty good and poodles.

Answer 4

I don't know much about most specific dog breeds- but you'll probably want to get a short-haired dog and keep him very clean so he won't shed.

Good luck with the allergies!

Answer 5

Dachshunds are very easy on the allergies, and they do not shed much. They can be difficult to house break, though. Good luck!

Answer 6

I too have serious allergies. Try a "bischon frieze" (sorry about spelling) or a small poodle. Both don't shed..and have little dander. I hope this helps!!

Answer 7

I've heard chihuahaus can actually help asthma. I know someone who has it and they say their apple head chihuahua gets right up in her face when she's having an attack and somehow it helps her breath normally. I don't think it's been proven scientifically though.

Answer 8

My rat terrier hardly sheds at all and doesn't bother my boyfriend who is very sensitive and has allergies.

Answer 9

my grandma has Asama real bad for a dog teacup poodle for a cat a hairless cat with the poodle won't shed bad

Answer 10

I have a shih tzu and she has not had any alergies yet and i had her for a long time now so i suggest getting a shih tzu they are also cute fun to be with loving and they rock