If you have both have allergies and love dogs, you may be happy with one of the "hypoallergenic dogs" that sheds less dog hair and dander than other dogs. There are many small breeds of hypoallergenic dogs that people with allergies can love for years. But if you like larger dogs better and have the living space for them, never fear! There are several mediumsized hypoallergenic dogs that will meet your needs as well.
Senor, Yo Quiero a Spanish Water Dog!
Even a person who's allergic to dog hair and dander can find a big loveable shaggy, but medium-sized hypoallergenic dog! Great news! Spanish Water Dogs look a lot like the popular Looney Tunes sheep dog. Spanish Water Dogs are fun-loving, intelligent creatures that love to play, swim, and work. Properly socialized, they are wonderful playmates for your kids. This very intelligent dog was originally bred as a herdsman, hunter, or guardian, so it'll be more than happy to play an important role in your family or on your farm. This breed has a unique coat - curly and long, it almost appears to wear dreadlocks! It is a single-coat breed, meaning it doesn't have the undercoat that sheds once a year. They will need quite a bit of grooming, though their unusual coat is a delightful conversation piece! Due to their intelligence and work ethic, owners of this medium-sized hypoallergenic dog must be able to provide regular, consistent training, exercise, and interesting activities. Some Spanish Water Dogs have become effective search dogs, niffing out bombs, narcotics, and people in disaster situations. They also make very good therapy dogs.
The Bouvier des Flandres Rules!
Not everyone agrees, but some Bouvier des Flandres owners report the breed to be good for their allergies. This medium-sized hypoallergenic dog can grow to 90 pounds, and without early socialization and careful training may have some dominance issues. Originally meant to herd sheep and cattle, this breed makes an excellent work or guard dog. They are stars, too:
American President Ronald Regan owned one. They have great, shaggy, thick hair that suits colder climates and outdoor work and play. Their thick hair (not fur) requires a considerable amount of grooming. Daily to weekly brushing are recommended, and they should be trimmed at least every six weeks. Due to its deep chest, the Bouvier des Flandres may suffer voluvus and bloat. While they are relatively calm and lazy indoors, the Bouvier des Flandres does best when it has a big yard to play in.
Viva the Xoloitzcuintle!
Otherwise known as the Mexican Hairless, or Xolo, the Xoloitzcuintle comes in three sizes, the largest growing to as large as 60 pounds in some cases (though the average is more like 40 pounds). An extremely rare breed, they are almost completely bald and resemble the dogs found in Hieroglyphs from Ancient Egypt. Some Xolos do have a thin coat of hair or spots of hair on their bodies and heads. Rare and ancient, artifacts and pottery evidencing the Xolo in Aztec and Mayan tombs date back over 3000 years! These medium-sized hypoallergenic dogs are extremely intelligent, loyal, athletic, and loving. They bond closely with the people who train and feed them and need early socialization to become good with children. If you are not the pack leader, your Xolo will be! They are becoming more popular as service and agility dogs.
Even those with a thin coat are easy to groom. While they've been recognized by Mexico's dog organization, they're not yet recognized by the American Kennel Club. Now, here's the down side. These dogs, and their breeders, are very rare. They were even thought to be nearly extinct until the 1950s. They are even hard to find in Mexico. One search revealed only three breeders in the Western United States and very few in Mexico. So if you want a Xolo, be prepared to wait patiently until the right one comes along.
Senor, Yo Quiero a Spanish Water Dog!
Even a person who's allergic to dog hair and dander can find a big loveable shaggy, but medium-sized hypoallergenic dog! Great news! Spanish Water Dogs look a lot like the popular Looney Tunes sheep dog. Spanish Water Dogs are fun-loving, intelligent creatures that love to play, swim, and work. Properly socialized, they are wonderful playmates for your kids. This very intelligent dog was originally bred as a herdsman, hunter, or guardian, so it'll be more than happy to play an important role in your family or on your farm. This breed has a unique coat - curly and long, it almost appears to wear dreadlocks! It is a single-coat breed, meaning it doesn't have the undercoat that sheds once a year. They will need quite a bit of grooming, though their unusual coat is a delightful conversation piece! Due to their intelligence and work ethic, owners of this medium-sized hypoallergenic dog must be able to provide regular, consistent training, exercise, and interesting activities. Some Spanish Water Dogs have become effective search dogs, niffing out bombs, narcotics, and people in disaster situations. They also make very good therapy dogs.
The Bouvier des Flandres Rules!
Not everyone agrees, but some Bouvier des Flandres owners report the breed to be good for their allergies. This medium-sized hypoallergenic dog can grow to 90 pounds, and without early socialization and careful training may have some dominance issues. Originally meant to herd sheep and cattle, this breed makes an excellent work or guard dog. They are stars, too:
American President Ronald Regan owned one. They have great, shaggy, thick hair that suits colder climates and outdoor work and play. Their thick hair (not fur) requires a considerable amount of grooming. Daily to weekly brushing are recommended, and they should be trimmed at least every six weeks. Due to its deep chest, the Bouvier des Flandres may suffer voluvus and bloat. While they are relatively calm and lazy indoors, the Bouvier des Flandres does best when it has a big yard to play in.
Viva the Xoloitzcuintle!
Otherwise known as the Mexican Hairless, or Xolo, the Xoloitzcuintle comes in three sizes, the largest growing to as large as 60 pounds in some cases (though the average is more like 40 pounds). An extremely rare breed, they are almost completely bald and resemble the dogs found in Hieroglyphs from Ancient Egypt. Some Xolos do have a thin coat of hair or spots of hair on their bodies and heads. Rare and ancient, artifacts and pottery evidencing the Xolo in Aztec and Mayan tombs date back over 3000 years! These medium-sized hypoallergenic dogs are extremely intelligent, loyal, athletic, and loving. They bond closely with the people who train and feed them and need early socialization to become good with children. If you are not the pack leader, your Xolo will be! They are becoming more popular as service and agility dogs.
Even those with a thin coat are easy to groom. While they've been recognized by Mexico's dog organization, they're not yet recognized by the American Kennel Club. Now, here's the down side. These dogs, and their breeders, are very rare. They were even thought to be nearly extinct until the 1950s. They are even hard to find in Mexico. One search revealed only three breeders in the Western United States and very few in Mexico. So if you want a Xolo, be prepared to wait patiently until the right one comes along.
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