3 Allergy - Friendly Breeds for Dog Lovers

Sensio Air

Contrary to popular belief, no animal is 100%hypoallergenic. Life would be much easier for some if this was the case, howeverour furry friends can’t help but produce dander – perhaps the biggest enemy ofthose with allergies.

Pet dander is made up of dead skin cells andother materials that shed from the bodies of animals. Think of it as dandruff,but from your dog, cat or parrot – oh, and it’s less visible than the whiteflakes we’re accustomed to.

So, if you’re someone with allergies, aself-confessed dog person (who isn’t?) and you’re looking for a new addition tothe family, congratulations – you’ve come to the right place.

Here are three dogs that are better suited tothose with respiratory conditions.

Bichon Frise

Not dissimilar to a little cloud, the Bichon Friseis a go-to for those with allergies, as well as the overly house-proud. Theydon’t shed hair, meaning very little trace of them is left on carpets and sofas- but they will need regular grooming to remove loose hair that can’t escape.

Kerry BlueTerrier

The Kerry Blue Terrier is a regal looking dogoriginally bred as a hunting dog. It’s a medium-sized canine, and boasts anon-shedding coat – but this does have a downside. This breed is somewhat highmaintenance, and will require regular brushing and grooming.

PortugueseWater Dog

Recommended to us by Sensio AIR’s very own electronicsengineer Sérgio Serrão, the Portuguese Water Dog is known for its undercoatbecause it doesn’t shed. That’s not to say some shedding won’t occur – allmammals shed somewhat – but it will be minimal, making this breed the idealcompanion for those sensitive to pet dander. Also, Obama has two of them – sothey must be a good choice.

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