do bishon-poos shed? i was just wondering cuz i want a dog really bad but i cant have 1 that sheds...
2006-09-03 03:40:59 · 6 answers · asked by Ariel B 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
You wont know until she/he either does or doesnt..A mixed breed dog (a fancy name for a mutt) has no standard and what applies for one may not apply for another. Most of them do not even look like another one. I would suppose that the tendency to shed would be minimal because both parents are minimally shedding breeds. On the other hand when you get into mixed breeds many times an odd gene will pop out and you can get an entirely different coat out of the mixing pot. If you would like a small dog that has minimal shedding (all dogs shed, some just worse than others) Try www.petfinder.com to check out the dogs in the shelters,TONS OF THEM ARE PUREBREDS! and you may find one that meets your criteria. PLEASE DO NOT PURCHASE A DOG FROM A PET SHOP OR SOMEONE WHO 'SPECIALIZES' IN MIXED BREED PUPPIES!!!!! These people make a profit off of exploiting animals and suckering people into paying way too much money for dogs that are either mutts or have parents that are not tested for genetic soundness. (an important step in responsible breeding) If you would like a purebred puppy and dont see anything you like at a shelter... locate a reputable breeder at http://www.akc.org/breeds/index.cfm?nav_area=breeds. A few other breeds you might like are Coton de Tulear or the Havanese...they are breeds that have 'hair' vs. 'coat' and are well suited for people who have allergies....'Cotons' are not yet eligible for induction in the AKC but have started in the AKC's FSS (foundation stock service) to find a reputable breeder contact http://www.akc.org/breeds/coton_de_tulear/index.cfm. You will most likely pay a minimum (for any of the "highly profitable" mixed breeds) of at least $1500 at a pet shop. Many times (depending on the breed) you will pay LESS from a reputable breeder for a purebred 'show quality' puppy than would for any 'pet shop' puppy. Help shut down puppy mills by supporting your local shelters and reputable breeders. This is the only way to stop the people who breed these dogs over and over until physically incapable (at that time they are starved or shot). YOU CAN BE A PART OF A SOLUTION!
2006-09-03 04:03:14 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
they probably will not, due to the following, if they stay true to their breeds. but one never knows with cross breeding:
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The Bichon Frisé, the most recognised Bichon group memberBichon is the name for a group of related toy dogs. They vary in size and type, but all have tails curled over their back, long hair that doesn't readily shed, short snouts, drop ears, and large, dark eyes. They were all bred to be amiable companion dogs and have a friendly, alert temperament.
The Bichon Frisé is also simply called Bichon in North America.
poodles' hair mats, hence constant grooming is necessary, but very little shedding.
2006-09-03 03:44:45 · answer #2 · answered by Miranda 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
They do not shed as much as some breeds, but you will still find hair around. Think about it, WE shed hair all the time. All things with fur,hair...whatever has to get rid of the dead stuff somehow. There will be hair around.
2006-09-03 04:07:33 · answer #3 · answered by ARE YOUR NEWFS GELLIN'? 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know bichon's don't but I'm not sure what a poo is. If its a poodle, then no it shouldn't shed.
2006-09-03 07:29:28 · answer #4 · answered by Animal lover 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A bichon poodle cross would be a good dog for you to have - they don't shed.
2006-09-03 03:43:38 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Then you're OUTTA LUCK!!!!
***ALL**** dogs SHED!!!
Do NOT believe ANY IDIOT who says different!!!
ALL DOGS SHED!
Birds,insects,snakes...YOU shed!!
Some breeds shed a LITTLE less,some PROFUSELY!!!
ALL DOGS SHED!
NO MUTT/MONGREL will be ANY different!
2006-09-03 05:54:58 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋