Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds

submitted: May 24th 2008 | by: EmilyFurlongs | Total views: 6 | Word Count: 537 | PDF View | Print Article

When looking for a hypoallergenic dog, you will have to decide on a breed of dog and also how the dog will fit into your lifestyle. Many hypoallergenic dogs are small or medium breed dogs. This means that they are small sized or medium sized dogs that require more attention than larger breeds. Hypoallergenic dogs may cause you to have fewer allergy attacks because their hair does not shed, they don't have an undercoat, or they do not shed a lot dead skin cells, or dander. The following breeds of hypoallergenic dogs are popular with those who suffer from allergies: Irish Water Spaniel, Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, and Bedlington Terrier.

The Irish Water Spaniel

The coats of these hypoallergenic dogs must be maintained through grooming every two months. For those looking for a hypoallergenic dog that is larger than other breeds, the Irish Water Spaniel may be the dog for you. The Irish Water Spaniel is a friendly dog that likes to exercise and swim during the warmer months of the year. These dogs have very short human-like hair that will prevent shedding and allergens from entering the air.

The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier

The Soft Coated Wheaton Terrier will need to be groomed as often as other hypoallergenic breeds in order to prevent clumping or rashes on their skin. The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is available in four varieties, the Traditional Irish, Heavy Irish, English, and American. The main difference is the size of the dog. The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier has a short coat that does not shed much during the day.

If you are in need of a hypoallergenic dog that is a little larger than most, then the Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is a dog worth considering. The Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier is very friendly and will always welcome strangers. They enjoy getting their exercise and want to be around people as much as possible. These dogs should not be kept in an apartment. Having a backyard is a must as this dog loves to run and bark.

The Bedlington Terriers

The Bedlington Terriers will need to be groomed every three or four months in order to maintain a healthy coat. These dogs are energetic and enjoy exercise. For those who are hypoallergenic and who live in apartment buildings or small homes, this dog is perfect. Bedlington Terriers are smaller than the Irish Water Spaniel and Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier, but they have short coats which also need to be brushed a few times a week to prevent tangling.

Hypoallergenic dogs require more grooming than other breeds because they do not shed most of their hair, it just continues to grow. Not grooming regularly will cause matting, which will have to be cut from the coat in order to prevent skin rashes and other problems. These breeds of hypoallergenic dog are not the only ones you have to choose from. There are other varieties that may appeal to your lifestyle and allergy issues. Smaller dogs are better for apartment living as they tend to bark less and require less room to move around in. If you own or rent a home, then you may want to consider a larger breed that will be able to run around in the back yard.

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Emily Furlongs is a professional staff journalist for Everything Dogs. Find out more about the Types of Dogs that would best fit your allergy situation at Everything-Dogs


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