I am in the market for a low allergy/non shedding dog.What would you recommend?

Question

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?

Answer 1

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

Answer 2

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.

Answer 3

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!

Answer 4

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!

Answer 5

didnt you ask this those days? you have been given a itemizing of canines which would be low laying off. most of the purchasers listed below are interior the U. S. or united kingdom, so we don't understand what breeds are often cutting-edge in India.. use the record given to you and spot what breeds you will discover.

Answer 6

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.

Answer 7

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!

Answer 8

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!

Answer 9

try a miniature goldendoodle, they are a new breed being bred to weigh a max of 40-45 lbs.

Answer 10

Poodles! But remember, you must have non shedding dogs groomed often.