While dogs are considered man's best friend, people with allergies may not feel that way. According to statistics, 15%-30% of Americans are allergic to pets. Most people are allergic to cats, but not dogs. Others are severely allergic to dog hair.
Fortunately, there are hypoallergenic breeds of dogs that provide excellent options for pet lovers with pet allergies, and these people usually do not experience allergic reactions during the process of keeping pets.
While dogs are considered man's best friend, people with allergies may not feel that way. According to statistics, 15%-30% of Americans are allergic to pets. Most people are allergic to cats, but not dogs. Others are severely allergic to dog hair.
Fortunately, there are hypoallergenic breeds of dogs that provide excellent options for pet lovers with pet allergies, and these people usually do not experience allergic reactions during the process of keeping pets.
These dogs are hypoallergenic because they shed little or no hair and produce much less dander than most dogs, which makes them less likely to cause severe allergic reactions in their owners, especially if their owners bathe them frequently.
While hypoallergenic breeds of dogs are great for people with allergies, the fact is that there is no 100% hypoallergenic dog breed. Dog saliva and skin can still trigger allergic reactions in sensitive people. So before choosing a hypoallergenic dog, you should discuss your options with your doctor and have the dog tested for allergies before adopting.
Hypoallergenic dogs come in a variety of sizes, breeds, and coat lengths, giving you plenty of options to choose from. Many people mistakenly believe that long-haired dogs are more allergenic than short-haired dogs, but this is not true.
You should be careful when adopting a hypoallergenic dog from a shelter, as many shelter dogs are crossbreeds, making it difficult to tell if a dog is truly hypoallergenic. If you are looking for a hypoallergenic dog, your best bet is to work with the breeder.
Are you looking for a large breed that does not shed?
- Airedale Terrier
The Airedale Terrier is about 60 cm tall and weighs about 20 kg. This dog excels in protection, agility, and obedience, and is an active, lively dog that needs regular exercise. The Airedale Terrier gets along well with children and is loyal to the family, and once they have been warmly welcomed, they are very happy to spend time with the family. This intelligent dog is highly trainable and can be socialized from an early age.
- Flemish Herding Dog
This is a large dog, standing between 60-70 cm tall and weighing about 40 kg. This is a professional breed that can be used as a police dog. This dog can be aggressive towards strangers but is very protective of children. They can easily learn commands and can be strong-willed when their owners are not too assertive. They need regular exercise and their fur is long and fluffy and needs to be combed and trimmed frequently.
- Giant Schnauzer
The average height of a Giant Schnauzer is between 60-70 cm and the weight is between 30-45 kg. Their life expectancy is usually between 12-15 years. This dog with a beautiful beard has a hard and dense double coat that needs to be combed regularly. This is a very loyal breed that will do its best to protect their human companions and can make an excellent police dog or guard dog. This is also a very active dog that needs daily exercise.
- Irish Water Spaniel
Its height is between 50-60 cm and its weight is between 20-30 kg. This intelligent large dog especially loves to play in the water. Its tight, curly, hypoallergenic coat should be brushed and combed regularly to prevent tangles. This lovable dog will bond closely with its family and will always be eager to please its owner, but it can be reserved around strangers. Irish Water Spaniels require a lot of social interaction to keep them entertained.
- Komondor
The Komondor stands between 60-80 cm tall and weighs between 30-40 kg. This breed looks like a large dust mop, and its coat is so long that it looks like it has numerous dreadlocks. Komondors perform best when they are working. If they are not working, they quickly get bored. A great guardian, this dog is loyal, devoted, and protective, and they will do their best to protect their family, home, and possessions. They are also easy to train, but may not be gentle enough for every family due to their protective nature.
- Saluki
The Saluki stands about 60-70 cm tall and weighs up to 30 kg. Its coat is smooth, soft, and silky. Salukis require occasional grooming once a week. Salukis are friendly, loving, and gentle. They cannot tolerate rough housing and they get along better with older, mild-tempered children. This breed is designed for certain family members who need special care. They become very attached to the people they love and can become depressed if left alone for long periods of time.
- Standard Poodle
The standard Poodle stands about 40 cm tall at the shoulder and weighs between 20-30 kg. The life span of this breed is about 12-15 years. They have dense, curly, short hair. Poodles should be groomed daily and require regular brushing. This is a very intelligent breed that learns quickly. They are very friendly dogs and make great companions for humans. Poodles are always obedient and get along well with children and also enjoy being around other people or animals.
- Griffon
This rough-haired dog stands about 50-60 cm tall and weighs about 20-30 kg. This dog is very active and is nicknamed "swimmer" or a good water hound. The Griffon has a coarse double coat that needs to be brushed twice a week. This smart and obedient dog is friendly and easy to train, and it loves its family very much. It is also very sociable and gets along well with children and other dogs, but not so well with cats and other small pets.
