Does anyone know a good breed of dog that does not shed a lot or is good for people who suffer from dander?

Question

my mom had reactions to my puppy Toby (a.k.a the Tobester)(he was a dachsund/beagle mix) so we had to give him away after awhile. I know she felt bad and we are thinking about trying to find another pup

perferrably medium and smaller, but any suggestions/ thoughts would do.

thank you

Thanks for everyone's advice/input!!!

:)

Answer 1

Look for breeds with hair not fur. Hair is brushed out, doesn't fall out all over the place (means you have to commit to grooming though). Yorkies are perfect (I have 4). Other breeds to consider (not an exhaustive list) would include poodles, shihtzus, maltese terriers, Lhasa apso, bichon frise etc. Ppl are usually allergic to the dander that dogs produce (skin flakes) and this will be produced by every dog there is. You can reduce this by taking care to brush them, and bathe them regularly. I have severe allergies and asthma but I got my dogs anyway and after a while you do get used to them and your allergic reactions will decrease. My dogs made me really ill for around 2 years but I'm definitely more used to them now. I recently went to consult an allergy clinic and I told them this and they told me that you get used to a particular allergen produced by particular dogs. That being said, when I play with other ppl's dogs I have reactions but not my own. If she's willing to take em, antihistamines every other day helps out too.

Answer 2

Pure-bred poodles and bichons are the only breeds proven to have less reactions, no shedding, and less dander than other breeds.

Short haired dogs, like min pins, and your beagle doxie cross, DO shed, and short hair has nothing to do with dander or allergies. Also, dogs with human like hair like shih tzus and lhasa apsos shed less, but still shed and still have dander, and typically cause the same allergic reactions as other dogs.

Poodle crosses, like goldendoodles and cockapoos, CLAIM to be hypoallergenic and low shed- this is a LIE cooked up by the scam artists who want to sell you these dogs. I'm a groomer, and I see these dogs every day- they do have dander, they do shed, and they are nowhere near hypoallergenic.

Pure-bred poodles or bichons, that's really your best bet.

Answer 3

All dogs with hair shed to some degree.
Some are way less that others. Some dogs will set of peoples allergies nd some will not. It depends.
Poodles and things like htat do not shed as much. They have a different type of hair. They do however have some dander. Like all dogs.
Maybe a chinese crested that is the hairless type.

Answer 4

Miniature and teacup poodles dont really shed and there hair is more similar to that of humans. Bichon Frise is also another dog that is rec. for people with allergies. Both breeds are small and have curly hair. Only drawback- they need to be groomed regularly. These are the two main breeds we rec for people with allergies.The only other possible option- A chinese crested- hairless dog- but you really have to like that look. Good luck finding the pup thats right for you.

Answer 5

All dogs shed and all dogs produce dander, but I would probably go with a Poodle, Maltese, or Yorkie. If your mom is allergic to the dander, try bathing the puppy every week with a good shampoo for dogs. I have allergies, but the bathing keeps them to a minimum.

Answer 6

My first dog ever was a pug/poodle mix and did not shed. My friend's with allegeries to dogs never had a problem with her. I would try other kinds of muts. Right now I have a long-haired Chihuahua and in one of the books I have about Chihuahua's it says they have less dander than most dogs and are good with those who have asthma. She's a good dog, doesn't bark, doesn't bite, is great with babies, kids and adults, and is litter trained.
Sounds strange, but I am deathly allergic to short-haired cats and I have no troubles with long-haired cats. Long-haired cats have less dander. I'm not sure, but it could be the same way with dogs.
Good luck!
If I were you, I would talk to your vet about it.

Answer 7

All sizes of poodle are known to be fairly hypoallergenic. Also, look into the Whippet and Italian Greyhound, very sweet, cuddly, family-oriented dogs which are allergy-friendly as far as dogs go.

Answer 8

you either shouldn't get a dog or you should get a dog that has VERY short hair and is very small, like a chihuahua.

she will probably react to any dog though because they all shed just as much, and it isn't actually their fur that your mom is reacting to, it is their dander (particles of skin that fall off of them kinda like dandruff)

Answer 9

Poodles are really good for this condition as the don't actually have fur they have HAIR. or you could go with the old stand by ......... asthma hound or chiuaua

Answer 10

hungarian puli, poodle, hairless varieties..... try going to breeders or shows to see if there is a reaction, mabye breeders will give you a trial period where you can take the puppy back if there is a reaction.