Nine Non-Shedding Dogs

Bo Obama, the 6-month old Portuguese Water Dog recently adopted by the First Family, was selected in-part for his hypo-allergenic fur. Bo’s adoption created new-found interest in a group of dogs known for their non-shedding fur. Following is a list of nine other non-shedding dogs and their basic characteristics.

1. Maltese – Maltese a dog in the toy group is a breed known for its long, white, fine fur. This coat is uncharacteristic of most non-shedding dogs that have course, curly hair. The Maltese coat requires regular grooming because of its tendency to matte.

2. Bedlington Terrier – Bedlington Terriers are bright, clownish characters that love their families and being the center of attention. Their coat is soft and requires little maintenance.

3. Irish Water Spaniel – The Irish Water Spaniel (IWS) is considered to be the clown of the spaniel family.

Bred for accompanying bird hunters, the Irish water Spaniel has a dense, double coat. The inner coat consists of thick ringlets covered by the long and wavy outer coat. This coat requires brushing every 2-3 weeks and needs an all-over trim every few months.

4. Chinese Crested – The Chinese Crested comes in two varieties, the Powder Puff which has hair on its head, feet, and tail and the Hairless, which as the name suggests, has no hair. The Crested has soft, smooth skin that is more prone to irritation and sunburn. They are recommended by the American Kennel Club for people with dog allergies. They are alert and good with children.

5. Labradoodle – One of the most popular of the “designer breeds”, the Labradoodle is a cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Poodle.

The coat of these hybrid animals varies from animal to animal but generally those that most resemble Poodles are safe for allergy sufferers.

6. Schnauzer (Miniature, Standard, and Giant) – Schnauzers are energetic, intelligent dogs of the Terrier group. Although the three size varieties are unique and separate breeds, all are double-coated with a wiry topcoat and a soft undercoat. The topcoat can be maintained with regular clipper-trims or by a method called hand-stripping which helps to preserve the wiry-nature of the fur.

7. Poodle (Toy, Miniature, Standard) – Similar to Schnauzers, Poodles come in three size varieties. The dense, curly coat of all three sizes requires regular professional grooming. Poodles were originally bred to accompany hunters and still maintain that high activity level. As such, they need rigorous, daily exercise and intellectual stimulation.

8. Soft Coated Wheaton Terrier – The Soft Coated Wheaton Terrier is prized for its soft, wavy, wheat-colored, non-allergenic coat. The Wheaton coat requires minimal but regular maintenance. Wheaton’s are less headstrong than most terrier breeds but they require daily exercise to maintain their role as an endearing family pet.

9. Bichon Frise – The Bichon Frise is a cheerful, sturdy little dog. It has a thick double coat that consists of a curly outer coat and a silky inner coat. The Bichons hair grows continually and he does not shed so he requires frequent brushing to prevent it from matting. While no dog is 100 percent hypoallergenic, all of the breeds listed above have non-shedding coats, which produce less skin dander, the cause of most allergies symptoms.

Neil Lemons is a pet lover and Online Journalist. He has had the privilege of owning several cats and dogs over the years, some living into their 90s (in dog years). For information on where you can buy gourmet all natural dog treats, check out http://www.N-Bone.com, world authority on healthy animal treats for your dog, cat, or ferret.

Question by 53platinum: What are easy to take care of non shedding dogs?
I’m thinking of getting a dog. It needs to be non shedding and easy to take care of.

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Answer by Gabbie and Sammy LOVE raw meat!
The stuffed kinds bought at toy stores. I own a Toy Poodle and Miniature Poodle/Schnauzer mutt. Unless you plan on keeping them buzzed at all times, expect a lot of work.

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