Non Allergenic Dogs

If you are a dog lover and want to own one, but you suffer from an allergy you will want to learn if there is anything that you can do to have a dog without suffering from your symptoms. As with any animal there are various breeds of different dogs that you can choose from. However you might not be aware that there are some breeds that people with dog allergies can own without suffering too much.

These dogs are known to many people as non allergenic dogs or hypoallergenic at however these names can be slightly misleading to many people. In actual fact there is no one dog that is totally non allergenic as all of them will produce dander, which is very much like dandruff and this is one of the main causes of an allergy to dogs. This dander and other allergens that are on the skin of the dog and also contain in a dog’s saliva are usually what humans are allergic to. So with this in mind the breeds that produce less dander and fewer allergens are the ones to look towards.

In fact it is much more accurate to say that there are some breeds that are much better for people who have an allergy to dogs to own. It is these breeds that are thought of by many as being non allergenic dogs. So what are these breeds and how can you find out if you are allergic to them or not?

What Breeds Are Recommended?

If you are thinking of buying a dog and you are allergic to them you should choose breeds that have short hair and don’t shed. This will keep the level of fur and dander in your home to an absolute minimum. You will also find that if you are able to groom your dog on a regular basis in the open air, the chances of you having an allergic reaction after further minimized. The kind of breeds that you should be looking towards include – Airedale terriers, miniature poodles, greyhounds, standard poodles, Welsh terriers, Yorkshire terriers and even Shih Tzu’s.

When you start looking at the lists of dogs that are suitable for people with allergies to them you might be surprised at just how many there are. However before you even think about buying non allergenic dogs you need to make sure that the one you are interested in is suitable for you.

Buying A Non Allergenic Dog

As mentioned everyone who wants to buy non allergenic dogs really need to do their homework before they welcome a dog into their home. Not only should you research which are the best type of dogs for you and your level of allergy you should also spend some time with a dog before you buy it. Doing this will help you to decide whether or not you are likely to have an allergic reaction to it while it is living in your home. There is nothing worse than purchasing a dog only to find that within a day or two your allergic reaction is so severe that you will not be able to live with it.
When you are looking at a suitable non allergenic dog you should stroke it and make sure that you are coming into close contact with it. By doing this you will be giving yourself the greatest opportunity to have a strong allergic reaction. If you find the symptoms are minimal after playing with a dog for some time, the chances are it will be a good choice to you. However do not buy a dog there and then, go home and see if your symptoms develop. If you are fine the next day go and see the dog again and if everything is fine you can arrange to buy it.

Helpful Online Information

Before you start your search for non allergenic dogs you need to understand the breeds that you should be looking towards. These are the breeds that produce less down there and do not shed their fur. Dogs like this are ideal for people who suffer from allergies and will make the ideal pet as you should be able to keep your allergy under control. The websites below have lists on the kind of dogs that are considered to be non allergenic. They also contain plenty of facts and information about buying this kind of dog and what you can expect.

Dog Breed Info Center®

If you would like to see a comprehensive list of what many people consider to be non allergenic dogs take a look at the Dog Breed Info Center® website which is here http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/allergy.htm. If you are interested in any dogs that are on the list you can click onto their name and you will be taken to a page that will give you more information on them. On the website you will also find plenty of help and information about getting a dog and how you can successfully integrate him or her into your home.

Hypoallergenic Dogs

To get more information on what you can expect from non allergenic dogs the Hypoallergenic Dogs website is a good place to start. You can find a website here http://www.hypoallergenicdogs.net/ and you can read about the differences between hypoallergenic dogs and non-hypoallergenic dogs. On the website will also find information that will help you to reduce the likelihood of an allergic reaction to a dog in your home.

Puppy Basics

On the Puppy Basics website you will also be able to find out more on this topic. As well as having a list of dogs that might be suitable for someone who has allergy to dogs there is also much more information on how to reduce dander and other allergens. You can visit their website here http://www.puppy-basics.com/hypoallergenicdogs.html and take a look at all the information that is provided. This could help you to decide whether or not a non allergenic or hypoallergenic dog is the right choice for you.