Ten dog breeds that produce fewer allergens, explained for people with allergies. Includes breed characteristics and care tips to help you choose a hypoallergenic dog.
The fact that a person is allergic to dogs does not mean that their body is launching an immune response triggered by the animal itself, but by a series of allergens that they produce. The main allergens produced by dogs are proteins that are usually found in the animal's saliva, dander and the bone glands located in the dermis. If you suffer from an allergy to the proteins in your dog's dander and skin, you should know that there are a series of dogs called hypoallergenic that produce less dander and practically do not shed hair. Even so, each person is different and it has not been scientifically proven that all hypoallergenic breeds are suitable for people with dog allergies. Since, for example, some people are allergic to saliva. Do you want to know which dogs we are talking about? Discover below 10 breeds of dogs that are ideal for hypoallergenic people. Don't forget that mixed breeds of these breeds can also be a good option. Let's get started. The American Hairless Terrier is one of the most recommended dogs for people with dog allergies for two reasons. It has no hair and does not produce dander. Although it is an uncommon breed, the truth is that it is a very active, intelligent and affectionate dog. It usually stands around 40cm tall and has a sculpted body and an elegant appearance. Its great intelligence makes it very easy to train, while its playful and energetic nature offers us a companion with whom to train, run and play. For allergy sufferers who live in apartments, the Yorkshire Terrier is the perfect dog. Since it practically does not shed hair, the small amount of allergens it may produce will not be released throughout your home, so allergy symptoms should not appear. Of course, you will have to establish hygiene guidelines and brush it daily to prevent its hair from getting tangled and dirty. Bichons are among the best breeds for allergy sufferers because, like the Yorkie, they do not shed despite having a thick coat. The Maltese, Frise and Bolognese are all compatible with these types of allergies. In addition to brushing their hair daily, you should also pay attention to caring for their eyes and tear ducts. In addition to being one of the most popular dogs due to their beauty, variety of sizes and easy training, the Snorker is also suitable for allergy sufferers due to the low amount of hair they shed. This is an active and very playful breed that usually gets along well with both adults and children who are willing to give them all their affection. Of course, if you do not pay them attention or if you leave them alone for too long, they can easily become sad and adopt a negative attitude. Both the Spanish and Portuguese water dogs, the Poodle and the Puddle, are ideal for people with allergies because they do not shed at all. Their curly, compact coat, similar in texture and appearance to wool, does not shed and therefore spreads allergens throughout the home. To prevent it from getting tangled, it is essential to brush your dog with a brush specifically designed for this type of coat. We also recommend that you consult a dog groomer to give them the best possible cut and to advise you on which shampoo to use. Of Chinese origin, the Shih Tzu is suitable for both allergy sufferers and asthmatics as it is a type of dog that does not shed. This is a very affectionate, active and intelligent breed that loves the company of its owners and other people. To keep its coat in perfect condition, you should offer it daily brushing and haircuts by a dog groomer. Both the Italian Greyhound and the English Greyhound have very short hair that does not usually have negative consequences for people with allergies. If you are looking for a small, calm and easy to train dog, choose the Italian Greyhound. If you love large breeds, the greyhound is the perfect companion for you. In addition to the above, another advantage of greyhounds is their noble, loyal and faithful nature. If you adopt one of these dogs, you will be taking with you an eternal companion who will offer you all his love. The Samoan is also one of the best breeds for allergy sufferers because it hardly produces dander, one of the main allergens. Of course, since it has two layers of fur, during shedding periods it tends to lose a lot of hair in order to prepare its body for the change in temperature. Therefore, if you are someone who hates finding dead hair in the home during these periods, we recommend that you opt for another hypoallergenic dog breed. However, if this is not a problem for you, and you also love large, affectionate, playful and active breeds, you have found your companion in line with medium and large dog breeds. The largest of the terriers is also ideal for people with allergies for not shedding any hair. This extremely protective dog gets along very well with children. It is intelligent, affectionate and easy to train. It requires weekly brushing and haircuts to keep it well groomed. The Basenji is the last dog on our list. It is one of the dogs that barks the least and practically does not shed hair. Although it can be somewhat complicated to train, it is ideal for keeping in large houses, especially with land so that it can exercise properly. It is a noble, beautiful and somewhat independent dog. Although the previous breeds are the most suitable, as we mentioned in previous sections, each person is different and may present some symptoms of allergy with some of them. For this reason, and so that you can find the best sea for you, below is a list of the rest of the hypoallergenic dogs. And that's it for today's video. 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