Why are poodles known to be hypoallergenic???

Question

Thanks for your answer...Tom Science 4

Answer 1

Poodles really aren't hypoallergenic(nor is any breed of dog), Poodles do shed though minimally and they do produce dander. Dander is what causes allergic reactions not hair...all dogs have skin so therefore all dogs have dander.

Now for your question for some people the amount of dander produced by Poodles doesn't cause allergic reactions... my guess would be because Poodles unlike most dogs are regualrly groomed because of the nature of their hair.

Answer 2

Are Poodles Hypoallergenic

Answer 3

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Golden-doodle. They are hypoallergenic, they shed very little and are perfect for people with mild to severe asthma. Plus they are absolutely adorable and are extremely smart.

Answer 4

Actually thats bull. They don't shed hair so some say that but the truth is most are allergic to the dander or dry skins that falls off. Some say my hairless cats are that way to but fact is.......dander

Answer 5

They AREN'T!!!!

That's just a LIE,spread by CROOKED pup-millers & believed by the ignorant/GULLIBLE!

NO dog is "hypo-allergenic", mutt/mongrel OR pure bred.

ALL DOGS SHED!!!

Answer 6

On a much wiser note, hypo-allerginic which means less, not none. These dogs in fact, do exist. Among these are poodles, which are dogs whose coat continues to grow, like human hair, rather than shedding regularly, thus shedding less dander and hair. Below is a list of hypoallergenic dogs. If you are looking for a hypoallergenic dog for your family any of these dogs may be a good match. Remember, no dog is 100% hypoallergenic, but people with allergies frequently react to supposedly hypoallergenic breeds differently and can even react to individual dogs differently. If your allergic family member has a reaction to a particular breed of dog that family member may be fine with dogs of another breed that is considered to be hypoallergenic.

The following is a list of dogs considered to be hypoallergenic:

American Hairless Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Basenji
Bedlington Terrier
Bichon Frise
Border Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Chinese Crested (hairless)
Havanese
Kerry Blue Terrier
Maltese
Miniature Schnauzer
Portuguese Water Dog
Puli
Shih-Tzu
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Spanish Water Dog
Standard Poodle
Standard Schnauzer
Tibetan Terrier
Toy Poodle
West Highland White Terrier
Wirehaired Fox Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier

What coat-type makes the difference?
There are two coat types that produce a lesser amount of allergens: single-coated dogs, who do not have a thick undercoat, and hairless dogs. However even hairless dogs (ewww gross) can produce enough dander to to affect a highly allergic person.

Hair-less Dog Breeds:
Xoloitzcuintle (Mexican Hairless)
American Hairless Terrier
Chinese Crested (Hairless)
Peruvian Inca Orchid


Keep in mind that all dogs may carry small amounts of allergens or can pick up natural allergens in their fur when they go outside. To keep the allergy risk low even among hypoallergenic breeds, you should bath and groom as frequently as your vet or authorities on the breed suggest. (If a hypoallergenic dog's skin gets too dry from too much bathing, it make flake and cause allergic reations) If your family is super sensitive to pet hair you should be careful about having your pet groomed by a groomer with other breeds in the shop. To reduce the amount of loose hair on the dog, specify to your groomer that your dog should be rinsed after being clipped. (Most groomers bathe before clipping in order to not expose their clipper blades to marmful skin oils) Many groomers also spray a dog with a perfume after bathing which many asthmatics and allergy sufferers are allergic to. If this could be a concern for you ask your groomer in advance not to use any perfumes or colognes on your dog.

Heres my story:
My husband has bad pet dander allergies, and this is one of the reasons he hates cats so much, but dogs on the other hand, some have been ok with his nose. I wanted a dog for companionship and protection. With the craze of hypo-allergenic dogs started a few years ago at the time I was researching for a dog, I checked out the list, but all the dogs on it were to "foo-foo" for us, and required quite a bit of grooming every month. I missed having a dog so bad, but wanted to (and had to) find one that agreed with his snozzle. After shoving the hypo-allergenic dog list to the side and just about giving up, I decided to checkout short coated breeds next. May not be officially hypo-allergenic but I did have only a little hair to deal with. I wanted something med.-large sized and short coated and wasn't a "yappy" dog. So I looked at The Gun Dogs, Hounds, and the Non-sporting respectfully. And I fell in love with Rhodesian Ridgebacks. They only bark if there is a reason to. They don't have much hair, and only require a weekly brushing and bath once a month or a week if needed. They are generally laid back in the home which was a big plus for us. And they don't eat much despite their large size. We lived in an apartment at the time, and they were just too big for it. We decided we just couldn't have a dog yet because of financial reasons, and pet deposits are outrageous these days... then one day I saw her. One dog at my local Petco that was in a rescue group. Short coat, red (my husband loves red dogs) livernosed, beautiful yellow\amber eyes, and only weighed about 45 lbs. She was called a Vizsla Mix. We did get her and foster her for two weeks, and of course got attached. We moved into a house shortly after fostering, and we had her for about 3 years. But sadly she went to another family members home last year. I really originally had wanted a Rhodesian. So we had thought about getting her a friend, and I researched the net, contacted breeders, we went to their homes, went to dog shows, I read books, watched tv shows on them, and printed out info from the net, and presented them to my husband frequently. The more stuff I came up with, the more fascinated he became with the breed also. We eventually found a Female livernose and our dogs then matched like sisters! Well, as the Rhodesian got older, the two dogs fought alot. The Vizsla Mix was very dominant, and also food, bone and toy posessive. And the Vizsla Mix got to the point where she was actually biting my Rhodesian, and drawing blood. And even turning on her when we were all in the room. I had enough, and thats when sadly she went with family to another home. Shes very happy now that she gets to be the only dog. She a little brat I think, lol! We also recently got a Male Rhodesian puppy. My husband says these are they best dogs he has ever owned, and never ever sneezed around them. I think they should be added to the list. Better yet, I think big dogs should have their own catergory, which gives people another option besides the little dogs which need more grooming. Of course, its bets to do as much research as you can, and find a dog that fits your lifestyle the best. I know I did and hope you will too. I hope I wasn't boring you with my story...and I hope this info answers any questions you had.

Answer 7

there coat is like wool on a lam not hair

Answer 8

poop