Are You Allergic To Your Dog - Here are some Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds To Consider

If you are prone to allergies of various sorts, but have a soft corner for various dogs and due to your allergy-prone nature, haven’t been able to own one for long, then you need to get yourself a dog from the clan of hypoallergenic dog breeds. These are those dogs which produce, or tend to produce, fewer allergic reactions to people who are prone to allergies. There are various breeds that fall under his category therefore; you will have a lot of options to zero in on the dog breed that suits your lifestyle and needs. The best part about owning such a dog is that you can install their dog beds right next to your beds because you would be less susceptible to allergies caused by other dog breeds.

The Cairn terrier is one such breed. It is also one of the oldest breeds to have originated from Scotland. Having a lifespan of about 12 years, this variety belongs to the toy dog category. Having shaggy and dense fur and a weight of only about 6-8 kilograms, the Cairn terrier is one of the cutest pups around. Because of its thick hair cover, it is recommended that this breed of dogs should only be adopted if you live in a region with relatively cool to moderately cold temperature so that there are less chances of the dog dehydrating.

The Bolognese is another category of no-shed hypoallergenic dog breeds. Having a small, square-shaped physique, the Bolognese is a perfect companion dog. They have shiny single coat, which is distinctly recognizable. Weighing just about 5-7 kilograms and standing only up to 25 cm at the most, the Bolognese breed is one hell of cute little pup variety that you would love to own.

The Maltese is one of the most famous dog varieties and is also one of the most easily available among hypoallergenic dog breeds. It doesn’t shed its coat, and has a distinct, white and silky coat. It is therefore, aptly suited for those who are allergic to dogs and other substances. The Maltese breed requires a lot of care, which includes daily cleaning so that their non-shedding coat doesn’t get entangled and form knots towards the bottom of the dog’s body. The dog also needs to be cleaned carefully around the eye region in order to prevent tear stains from forming. The Maltese not only form good companions with human beings, they are also friendly towards other dog breeds such as the Apso and the Pug.

The Wire haired fox terrier is another one of the hypoallergenic dog breeds. It is a relatively bigger dog and is marked by the high amount of alertness and the level of energy it exhibits. It is a sturdily built dog, weighing about 10 kilo grams on an average. The dog has a distinctive, checkered and rough coat, which has a scale-like formation. Mostly white in color, the wire haired fox terriers are good companions and known all around the world as being highly faithful towards the master.

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