Comments on: What are some good dogs for slightly allergic people to have? http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/ Blog about dogs Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:47:41 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 By: TheresaE http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/comment-page-1/#comment-393 TheresaE Thu, 13 Nov 2008 14:48:49 +0000 http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/#comment-393 The following is available on Wikipedia: Hypoallergenic dog breeds are those touted as being hypoallergenic; that is, provoking fewer allergic reactions in allergy sufferers. There are various coat types that are said to produce fewer allergens: single-coated dogs, who do not have a thick undercoat; dogs whose coat continues to grow, like human hair, rather than shedding regularly; and hairless dogs. These breeds usually shed less dander and hair and are, therefore, considered hypoallergenic. However, even hairless dogs can produce enough dander to affect a highly allergic person. Single-coated breeds - Afghan Hound Basenji Bedlington Terrier Bichon (all types) Bichon Frisé Bolognese (dog) Cairn terrier Chinese Crested (hairless) Coton de Tulear German Shorthaired Pointer Greyhound Havanese Irish Water Spaniel Italian Greyhound Kerry Blue Terrier Lowchen Lhasa Apso Maltese Poodles (all sizes) Poodle hybrids Portuguese Water Dog Schnauzer (all sizes) Shih Tzu Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Yorkshire Terrier Whippet Native American Indian Dog Border Terrier Hairless breeds- American Hairless Terrier Chinese Crested (hairless) Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintli) Peruvian Hairless Dog . The following is available on Wikipedia:

Hypoallergenic dog breeds are those touted as being hypoallergenic; that is, provoking fewer allergic reactions in allergy sufferers.

There are various coat types that are said to produce fewer allergens: single-coated dogs, who do not have a thick undercoat; dogs whose coat continues to grow, like human hair, rather than shedding regularly; and hairless dogs. These breeds usually shed less dander and hair and are, therefore, considered hypoallergenic. However, even hairless dogs can produce enough dander to affect a highly allergic person.

Single-coated breeds –

Afghan Hound
Basenji
Bedlington Terrier
Bichon (all types)
Bichon Frisé
Bolognese (dog)
Cairn terrier
Chinese Crested (hairless)
Coton de Tulear
German Shorthaired Pointer
Greyhound
Havanese
Irish Water Spaniel
Italian Greyhound
Kerry Blue Terrier
Lowchen
Lhasa Apso
Maltese
Poodles (all sizes)
Poodle hybrids
Portuguese Water Dog
Schnauzer (all sizes)
Shih Tzu
Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
Whippet
Native American Indian Dog
Border Terrier

Hairless breeds-

American Hairless Terrier
Chinese Crested (hairless)
Mexican Hairless Dog (Xoloitzcuintli)
Peruvian Hairless Dog
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]]> By: ladyquesteur http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/comment-page-1/#comment-392 ladyquesteur Thu, 13 Nov 2008 06:40:51 +0000 http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/#comment-392 Because it is the dander and some saliva that causes the most allergic reactions, the actual length of the coat isn't the issue. The Poodle (any size) has long been recognized as a breed for reactive people. They have actually started breeding dogs for their hypoallergenic qualities and the LabraDoodle is the most popular newcomer. Since they are still uncommon, they are expensive. The Akita Inu is another large breed that is hypoallergenic. This is my personal choice. However, it is not a breed for beginners and they can be more problematic than a Poodle. The Standard and Miniature Poodles are versatile, intelligent and loyal. There are many established Breed Rescues for Poodles. Most accept purebreds only, as this is an important factor. Since you obviously have access to the internet, you can check for your closest rescue group. Because it is the dander and some saliva that causes the most allergic reactions, the actual length of the coat isn’t the issue.

The Poodle (any size) has long been recognized as a breed for reactive people.
They have actually started breeding dogs for their hypoallergenic qualities and the LabraDoodle is the most popular newcomer. Since they are still uncommon, they are expensive.

The Akita Inu is another large breed that is hypoallergenic. This is my personal choice. However, it is not a breed for beginners and they can be more problematic than a Poodle.

The Standard and Miniature Poodles are versatile, intelligent and loyal.
There are many established Breed Rescues for Poodles. Most accept purebreds only, as this is an important factor. Since you obviously have access to the internet, you can check for your closest rescue group.

]]> By: Bob J http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/comment-page-1/#comment-391 Bob J Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:18:01 +0000 http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/#comment-391 The "Goldendoodle" (Golden Retriever and Poodle mix) and the "Labradoodle" (Labrador and Poodle mix) were bred to be guide dogs for blind people with allergies. So many families choose these types of dogs when allergies are a problem. You have to be careful, however, because this has the chance of working only when the type of allergy that the person has is related to animal fur or dander. Some people are allergic to dog saliva and sometimes to dog urine--and if that's the case, any dog can be a problem. The “Goldendoodle” (Golden Retriever and Poodle mix) and the “Labradoodle” (Labrador and Poodle mix) were bred to be guide dogs for blind people with allergies. So many families choose these types of dogs when allergies are a problem.

You have to be careful, however, because this has the chance of working only when the type of allergy that the person has is related to animal fur or dander. Some people are allergic to dog saliva and sometimes to dog urine–and if that’s the case, any dog can be a problem.

]]> By: piper http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/comment-page-1/#comment-390 piper Sun, 09 Nov 2008 20:12:20 +0000 http://dogs.easystudy2u.com/what-are-some-good-dogs-for-slightly-allergic-people-to-have/#comment-390 A Standard Poodle, or a Giant Schnauzer would be a good place to start. For smaller breeds, the smaller versions of either of the above, or Bichon Frise, Maltese, Scottish Terriers. I'm sure there are a few more I am forgetting tonight. A Standard Poodle, or a Giant Schnauzer would be a good place to start. For smaller breeds, the smaller versions of either of the above, or Bichon Frise, Maltese, Scottish Terriers. I’m sure there are a few more I am forgetting tonight.

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