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Allergy friendly dog breeds
While the American Kennel Club says there are no 100% hypoallergenic dogs, there are certain breeds that cause fewer allergy symptoms. These dogs shed significantly less than other dogs and, therefore, produce less dander (the main cause of pet allergies in humans). Explore our recommended hypoallergenic dog breeds.
Best allergy friendly dog breeds
Top 15 allergy friendly dog breeds
View all available puppiesPoodle
About breed
Quick facts about Poodles
Poodles are smart, loyal, and allergy-friendly. Great with kids, pets, and first-time owners, they thrive anywhere from cozy apartments to snowy yards, always ready to love and protect their family.
- TemperamentActive, Independent, Smart
- EnergyHigh
- Breed groupNon Sporting
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Miniature Schnauzer
About breed
Quick facts about Miniature Schnauzers
Miniature Schnauzers, the smallest of the three Schnauzer sizes, are smart, energetic, and loyal companions.
- TemperamentSmart, Friendly, Obedient
- EnergyLow
- Breed groupTerrier
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Bichon Frise
About breed
Quick facts about Bichon Frises
The Bichon Frise is a smart and loyal lap dog that is allergy-friendly and great for families.
- TemperamentPlayful, Curious, Spirited
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupNon Sporting
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Portuguese Water Dog
About breed
Quick facts about Portuguese Water Dogs
The "Portie" loves swimming, is affectionate, and makes a great family dog.
- TemperamentBrave, Obedient, Smart
- EnergyHigh
- Breed groupWorking
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
About breed
Quick facts about Soft Coated Wheaten Terriers
Wheatens are loyal, active dogs, who are great with kids.
- TemperamentFriendly, Loyal, Playful
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupTerrier
Bichonpoo
About breed
Quick facts about Bichonpoos
A cross between a Poodle and a Bichon Frise, Bichonpoos are sweet, smart, and allergy-friendly.
- TemperamentPlayful, Smart, Friendly
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupDoodle
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Maltese
About breed
Quick facts about Malteses
Maltese are allergy-friendly, affectionate lap dogs.
- TemperamentGentle, Playful, Charming
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupToy
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Yorkshire Terrier
About breed
Quick facts about Yorkshire Terriers
Yorkies are allergy-friendly, toy-sized, and delightfully intelligent.
- TemperamentAffectionate, Confident, Spirited
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupToy
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Yorkiepoo
About breed
Quick facts about Yorkiepoos
A cross between a Yorkshire Terrier and either a Toy or Miniature Poodle, Yorkiepoos are allergy-friendly, affectionate, and intelligent.
- TemperamentActive, Affectionate, Smart
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupDoodle
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Shih Tzu
About breed
Quick facts about Shih Tzus
Shih Tzu are affectionate lap dogs who love their owners and are allergy-friendly.
- TemperamentAffectionate, Playful, Friendly
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupToy
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Goldendoodle
About breed
Quick facts about Goldendoodles
A cross between a Golden Retriever and a Poodle, Goldendoodles are smart, affectionate, and allergy-friendly.
- TemperamentFriendly, Smart, Devoted
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupDoodle
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Bernedoodle
About breed
Quick facts about Bernedoodles
A cross between a Poodle and a Bernese Mountain Dog, thee allergy-friendly dogs are smart, low-maintenance, and great with kids.
- TemperamentLoyal, Smart, Affectionate
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupDoodle
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Coton de Tulear
About breed
Quick facts about Coton de Tulears
Cotons are adaptable, happy companion dogs who are great with kids and other animals.
- TemperamentCharming, Playful, Smart
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupNon Sporting
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Havanese
About breed
Quick facts about Havaneses
Havanese, affectionately known as "velcro dogs", seldom leave your side, and are smart and playful.
- TemperamentFunny, Friendly, Smart
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupToy
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Labradoodle
About breed
Quick facts about Labradoodles
A cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Standard Poodle, Labradoodles are kind, affectionate, and gentle.
- TemperamentFriendly, Active, Outgoing
- EnergyModerate
- Breed groupDoodle
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Theresa is a tenured PuppySpot employee and breed expert. She is currently the manager of our Profile Approval department and interacts with our breeders daily. Theresa has been involved in the pet industry for over 20 years and has hands-on experience with many dog breeds. Theresa is also the proud pet parent of Marta, a German Shepherd Dog who is a trained service dog, a miniature Labradoodle named Eleanor, and her two cats, Bonnie and Katie!
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