Dog Questions

17 Responses

1. 1 EZMZ
   2009 Aug 27

   there is only one that has hair instead of fur—–and that is the Schnauzers.

2. 2 carmelthyghs
   2009 Aug 27

   hot dogs are good, espcially with mustard

3. 3 Munya Carr
   2009 Aug 30

   Poodles, bichon frise, shih tzu, lhasa apsos and…that hairless dog—those are all “nonshed/non dander” dogs.
   There might be one more, I’m not sure.
   I have a shih tzu and he does NOT shed!

4. 4 runs_with_scissors
   2009 Sep 01

   None.

5. 5 kitty45342
   2009 Sep 01

   chinese crested….its hairless so no dander.

6. 6 Bridget
   2009 Sep 04

   Basenji research on them they are super clean dogs!

7. 7 leesespieces
   2009 Sep 04

   Poodles are good. Toy, teacup, whatever. They have hair and not fur, so there is less dander.

8. 8 Fawny
   2009 Sep 05

   Maltese have no undercoat. Their hair is just like yours, which means they have no extra protection when out in cold weather. Many of my family and friends have allergies, but can sit with my Maltese on their lap with no reaction. I think there are a few other breeds, but we’re very partial to Maltese anyway!

9. 9 arctic_monarch
   2009 Sep 06

   Maltese’s, poodles and basenji’s. they don’t shed!

10. 10 mindlinkadvantage
    2009 Sep 06

    Standard Poodle, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier, Lhasa Apso, Portugese Water Dog, Irish Water Spaniel …. there are lots of other non-shedding dogs, but that’s all I can think of for now.

11. 11 Miss Ginger is Fancy
    2009 Sep 07

    Any dog that has a coat of HAIR and not FUR will suit a person suffering with allergies to dog dander just fine.
    Here is the list from the AKC with links to the breed information and such:

    And some more information on dogs that do well with allergy-sufferers:

    Congrats on deciding to get a dog rather than suffering without one:)

    Life is always better with a dog, even if one does not do well with the dander.

    And may I note, please do not fall victim to the breeders of the designer mutts. These wreckless breeders lie and say that their “doodles” and “poos” are hypoallergenic, when really, no dog is hypoallergenic.
    There is nothing more stupid than taking a labrador and mixing it with a poodle and THEN calling it hypoallergenic. Poodles ALREADY make wonderful dogs for allergy-sufferers!!

    Make the smart choice.

12. 12 kiya12bc
    2009 Sep 10

    any dog short haired…they will shed less, but still have dander..you must brush them daily if you have allergies..to rid them of “loose” hairs and this will stimulate their skins for more oils and “less” dander..so to speak..but this may still cause an outbreak of your allergies. Check with a reputable breeder or better yet your VET….Good Luck

13. 13 Marisa
    2009 Sep 12

    A poodle, definitely. They are very intelligent (Second most intelligent breed, right behind collies — and collies shed a LOT) and hypo-allergenic, and do not shed. It’s best to get a dog from a breeder, NOT a pet store — that way you know it’s a purebred and doesn’t have any other DNA that may cause your mom allergies.

    Don’t be swayed by the “foofy cut” that show poodles tend to get… we keep our poodle shaved down (save for a puff on the tail and the head) and he doesn’t look ridiculous like most dogs.

    You can get a toy/miniature poodle (small) or standard (normal-size, the type we have). They’re very playful and full of love, and like I said before, hypo-allergenic.

14. 14 DP
    2009 Sep 12

    Poodles are supposed to be good for people with allergies to dander. I am allergic to alot of cats and dogs because of their dander, but have Dobermans and they don’t bother me at all. Not a breed for everyone, but they are a clean dog, with a short coat and I have heard from quite a few people that the Doberman doesn’t bother their allergies.

15. 15 katslookup
    2009 Sep 13

    Munya Carr’s answer was a good start to the list. However, your mother should meet the parents of the puppy before you agree to get it. Puppies rarely have dander, so basically all puppies would be fine near your mother. However, once it becomes an adult, that will change. Also, each person’s allergies are a little different for another’s. So what would be good for one person, may not be good for another.

    Good luck to you!

16. 16 Mark S
    2009 Sep 16

    Look at a breed from Italy called “Cirneco dell’ Etna”; they are medium sized dogs, 25-35 lbs, good dispositions, smart and very easy to train and live with in a home. They look like miniature Pharaoh Hounds, short hair and big ears that naturally stand up. Low amounts of dander and no problems with excessive oil on coats.

    See website below, we have 2 and are very happy with them– 4 and 5 years old- have had since puppies.
    Can be expensive, but there are always rescues that are available to a good home. The Houston breeder is more interested in establishing the breed in the US than making money-

17. 17 mommycaleb
    2009 Sep 16

    a hairless dog. there is a variety of breeds but my favorite is the chineses crested.