Best Breed for people with allergies?

Question

What is the best breed of dog for people with allergies to say for example pugs and dogs in that family group? What are good family dogs that are "hypoallergenic"?

The only dog that seems to affect them is the pug

Answer 1

None.
Different people are allergic to different things so the only way to find out is to meet the various breeds in the flesh.

I react to some GSDs but I'm ok with most.
I know people who have bought poodles but are allergic to coat conditioners so can't keep them looking how they expected.

The only hypo allergenic breed is one that YOU are not allergic too. You could be allergic to coat, hair, dander or saliva. All dogs have the last two.

The mixed breeds touted as non allergenic are a gamble & it is a shame to support such indiscriminate breeding - half of the puppies will have the irritating coat & there are already lots of breeds with poodle type coats that a bit of research will find.

Whippets & Italian greyhounds are sometimes ok as are wire coated breeds. This can change though if you have them clipped.

Take your time & talk to the rescue groups for breeds you are interested in.
Never trust a multi breed puppy seller and always remember that a puppy's coat will change so you need to meet the mother.


Another option is a shelter that fosters out so you can meet a dog they think may suit outside the dog-contaminated areas.

When you meet a potential dog rub your face along it - this will soon find out reactions but it may take several hours for the full effect to show.

My Borzoi is pretty non irritant but a bit specialized & not a breed for most families.
A breed that is rarely mentioned on YA is the Lowchen which fills all the criteria most of the designer breeds are claiming to have and is long established and a known quantity.
If you want a larger dog a Portuguese water dog could be the answer.
If you like labs consider the curly coat retriever.....

the list goes on but spend time with adults of any breed you are interested in before considering a puppy.
Responsible breeders will want to be sure the dog you chose has a home for life.

Answer 2

This is a hard question to answer, because it's not really the dog's hair that people are allergic to. It's the dander. So, while, in general, dogs that do less shedding a typically better, it's never a sure thing. Your best bet is to pick a few breeds you like and visit some breeder and be around their dogs so you know how to react. One Breede that is typically considered 'hypoallergenic' is poodles....

Answer 3

Depends on the degree of allergies. Even what some consider "hypoallergenic" breeds may still irritate some folks. For severe allergies, an American Hairless Terrier may be a good choice. They are small breed dogs and have no hair/fur whatsover and are bred specifically for folks with allergies, they make great family pets.
They are the hairless versions of the "Rat Terrier".

Answer 4

The recommended "hypoallergenic" dog breeds would be -
Bichon Frise - (This is the dog I have, and with allergies, I have no problems.)
Poodle
Havanese
Mini Schanuzer
Maltese
Chinese Crested
Mexican Hairless
Chihauaha
Portugese Water Dog
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Italian Greyhound
Hope I helped !

Answer 5

Every single non-shedding dog that is good for allergy sufferers is going to need a LOT of grooming. But aside from that, I'll list some you might be interested in.

Poodles can either be small dogs or large dogs depending if you prefer miniature or standard. They are active and highly intelligent and trainable. They can tend to bark a lot, and some small poodles are not good family dogs because they can be nippy with children, but the standard poodle can make an excellent family dog when raised with lots of socialization and training.

The Portuguese water dog is probably my favorite breed for allergy sufferers. These are medium-sized, highly active dogs that love to swim. They're playful and trainable and might be the best family dog of the hypoallergenic breeds if they suit your lifestyle because they can do so well with kids. Research this breed if you're looking into a family dog.

As far as small dogs go, the bijon frise is a little dog that doesn't need much exercise and is good for allergy sufferers. They can do well with kids when raised around them. They tend to bark a fair bit and can be stubborn, but can also be playful.

The havanese is a small dog with a bouncy, lively personality and does well with kids when raised around them. They are very trainable but tend to bark quite a bit.

All of the above breeds do not shed and need a lot of grooming. You'll have to take them to the groomer's frequently to be clipped. But they're all good breeds for allergy sufferers.

Answer 6

Hypoallergenic dogs are ones that shed less, have less dander, and possibly have less of a chance to bother people with mild allergies. THERE IS NO SUCH THING AS A NON-ALLERGENIC DOG!!! Each person is different, so their reactions to dog breeds are different. Almost all puppies seem to be hypoallergenic, but as they grow and mature, this will change! So the best thing to do, is see how you will react to adult dogs of different breeds.

Most of what we hear is fiction! Here are some websites with facts:

http://www.allerpet.com/websites/inet2.htm

http://www.allergyescape.com/hypoallergenic-dog.html

Answer 7

if you have allergies a pug is not for you they are a shedding breed.. their are no truly hypoallergenic dogs out there. 1st thing you need to do is find out if allergic to hair or dander if dander you will need a light colored dog that is non shedding they for some reason have less dander. also if allergic to hair any non shedding breed will do. before purchasing a dog try to find some friends that have breed specific dogs and see if you can tolerate them that way if you are allergic you are not heart broken having to find a home for a newly purchased family member

Answer 8

Pugs, i have 3 i have really bad allergies, and one of my pugs gets my allergies going all the time but the other two dont, so i would just pick a dog thats not so fluffy, and pick one with smooth fur! i have 8 dogs so im very experienced in this stuff lol if you need to talk my email is [e-mail]
<3/ Cece

Answer 9

It depends on how bad the allergies are for this person. Some have mild allergy and can be around certain types. Other people are severe and no breed is going to make a difference.

Answer 10

Maltese, Bichon Frise, Poodles, Shitzus