Read About Hypoallergenic Dogs

Hypoallergenic dogs are wonderful for people with allergies and everything you need to know about them is contained in this article.

Hypoallergenic Dogs - Dog Type Facts

1. Type Description:

   These dogs shed very little skin dander, so they are wonderful pets for people who cannot tolerate pet dander because of allergies. They can also be good pets for any other dog lover because grooming is a bit easier.

2. Varieties:

   A number of varieties can be found, including short-haired, long-haired, wirehaired, and broken haired.

3. AKC Group:

   They can belong to any of the AKC classifications. It depends on the breed.

4. Popularity:

   Extremely popular with people who have allergies because they shed very little skin dander.

5. History:

   Usually used as companions for royalty or other citizens before they became bred for widespread companionship.

6. Physical Traits:

   They don't shed as much as non-hypoallergenic dogs.

Hypoallergenic Dogs - Dog Type Defining Characteristics

1. Shared Characteristics:

   They share the characteristic of being good for people with allergies due to their lack of shedding skin dander.

2. Training:

   Some of these dogs can be easy to train, while others are more difficult. It depends on the breed.

3. Child Friendly:

   Some dogs are good with children while others are too aggressive. Supervision of dogs and children is necessary.

Hypoallergenic Dogs - Dog Type Concerns

1. Benefits:

   The benefit of these dogs is that you can purchase one even if you have allergies. You won't have as many allergy symptoms because their dander is not shed very much.

2. Liabilities:

   There are no added liabilities outside of those incurred by anyone who owns a dog.

3. Health Issues:

   As with any dog, these dogs can suffer from vision problems, deafness, skin conditions, allergies, and congenital defects.

4. Specific Care Needs:

   These dogs need to be groomed well since they do not shed very much.

5. Special Household Needs:

   Outside of regular care and feeding, there are no particular household needs.

Hypoallergenic Dogs - How to Choose a Dog Type

1. What to Look for:

   Look for a dog that has no outward signs of parasites, skin conditions, or congenital defects. Ask the breeder specifically if the dog is hypoallergenic.

2. Supplies:

   You will need to purchase grooming supplies for this dog as well as food and exercise supplies.

3. Expense:

   These dogs pose no additional expense because of their hypoallergenic status. You can expect to pay different amounts for food and care depending on the breed. You must also take into account the possibility that these pets may become ill at any point and have money budgeted for this event.