What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst?

• 11-05-2009 10:28 AM

  Abbeyroad86 Joined on 08-26-2009 Posts 124 Points 35

  What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact I asked earlier a question about Poodles. It seems I'm more allergic to my poodle than any other dog out there. I have a high shedding Terrier mix that I don't have any problems with, nor most other breeds of dog. My docs theory is I'm not allergic to dogs so much as the allergens my poodle brings in on his coat. And in essence he (the doctor) said poodles are one of the WORST breeds for allergy sufferers. My mom (a nurse) always had poodles in the house because she felt and still feels they are hypoallergenic and good for allergy sufferers. I've always had a bit of trouble around poodles but never realized it until after I had been around other types of dogs. What are the Top 5 Best Breeds For Allergy Sufferers? What are the Top 5 Worst Breeds For Allergy Sufferers?     ____________________ after allergy testing I discovered I am not allergic to dogs , but most outdoor allergens such as grass, pollen, ragweed, the list goes on. I'm asking more as a general allergy sufferer and for those who are somewhat allergic to dogs. I am however highly allergic to cats I discovered.   So whether it be dog allergies or other allergies...what are the top 5 best and worst A Dog is a true friend for life

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• 11-05-2009 10:32 AM

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  BlackLabbie Joined on 01-28-2008 South of Boston Posts 3,045 Points 250	Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact edit: misread your post! -Stephanie blacklabbie.weebly.com Apollo- black Labrador Retriever Molson- buff American Cocker Spaniel Patty- black American Cocker Spaniel
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• 11-05-2009 11:01 AM

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  Abbeyroad86 Joined on 08-26-2009 Posts 124 Points 35	Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact I also wanted to add it seems a lot of people think the littler dogs are better for allergy sufferers.  I've never understood why.  Personally i like a dog somewhere between 25lbs and 70lbs, but that is beside the point A Dog is a true friend for life
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• 11-09-2009 12:35 AM

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  TysonSS Joined on 07-17-2008 Silver Spring, MD Posts 219 Points 60	Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact I guess worst breeds for allergies would be those with a double coat such as huskies. They tend to shed alot more.
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• 11-09-2009 6:53 AM

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  spiritdogs Joined on 09-10-2007 Posts 11,726 Points 1,020

  Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact Contrary to popular opinion, there are no "hypoallergenic" dogs, there are just dogs that don't bother allergy sufferers as much as others.  Most of those are dogs with a hair coat, rather than fur.  Double coated dogs seem to be the worst offenders.  Some of the breeds I like to recommend: Portuguese Water Dog, Havanese, Lagotto Romagnolo, Coton de Tulears, Border Terrier.  I like them because they are not mixes - thus the coat is very predictable.  Of course, you still need to pay attention to temperament and size, and other qualities, but for those who want a larger dog, the Porty is nice.  For those who like small, the Border is nice (but, it's still a terrier lol). Worst for allergy sufferers, IMO: Huskies & Shepherds, Labs, Goldens, Cocker Spaniels, Setters, hounds Regional Director for Massachusetts, International Positive Dog Training Association Director, SeniorCare Pawsitive Connections Program AKC CGC Evaluator #3669 Therapy Dogs, Inc. Tester/Observer Sioux, CGC, TDInc. Maska, CGC, TDInc. Sequoyah, CGC Fergie, Retired Lap Dog, Age 20 1/2 Dancer, CGC, TDInc. (1989-2006) #1 Heart Dog In memory of Mike, please become an organ donor today. "If you talk to the animals they will talk with you and you will know each other. If you do not talk to them you will not know them and what you do not know, you will fear. What one fears, one destroys." - Chief Dan George "The fidelity of a dog is a precious gift demanding no less binding moral responsibilities than the friendship of a human being. The bond with a true dog is as lasting as the ties of this earth can ever be." ~ Konrad Lorenz

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• 11-10-2009 11:19 AM

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  erica1989 Joined on 02-21-2007 Clearwater, Florida Posts 4,363 Points 410	Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact I'm allergic to certain dogs saliva -so it depends on the DOG for me... I've also got severe environmental allergies- so short, single coated dogs are best for me
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• 11-10-2009 8:25 PM

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  grab01 Joined on 09-10-2007 middle of the desert Posts 1,455 Points 0

  Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact If you're allergic to what your poodle brings in on his coat, you're not allergic TO the dog itself. So the topic is rather moot, since people who are allergic to the actual dog (be it the dander, saliva, etc)will have a different result than one who is allergic to pollen, grass, etc. You might clip him quite close or have him wear some sort of close fitting coat outside if it is a major issue at certain times of the year. I only know of two people allergic to dogs..they live with a Miniature Schnauzer and a Bichon, respectively, quite happy and symptom free.

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• 11-11-2009 8:11 PM

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  huskymom Joined on 09-10-2007 Thunder Bay ON Posts 7,536 Points 630

  Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact  Actually the Husky has a wonderful coat for those that aren't actually allergic to dogs themselves.  A husky coat is self cleaning, meaning stuff doesn't stick to it.  Ever seen a dirty husky?  My dogs also never stink unless they have JUST rolled in something.  Kale does quite well with our huskies since he's not allergic to dogs.  That said, I do have to keep up on the vacuuming, since the hairballs do tend to collect dust in the corners, and dust does contain alot of allergens for most any allergy sufferer. Making a top 5 list would be tough though.  I guess it would have to depend on what the human is allergic to.  For Kale, I'd totally steer clear of poodles and other curly haired breeds for the reasons mentioned in an above post.  And if I were to go to a different breed, I'd make it a wash and wear breed.  Hehe, like a Dobe...wipe em down like the kitchen table...works for me. Candace

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• 11-14-2009 3:17 AM

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  Luvntzus Joined on 05-09-2006 Posts 4,201 Points 170	Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact spiritdogs: Contrary to popular opinion, there are no "hypoallergenic" dogs, there are just dogs that don't bother allergy sufferers as much as others.  That's what hypoallergenic means- less likely to cause an allergic reaction.
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• 11-14-2009 5:13 AM

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  poodleOwned Joined on 01-13-2009 Posts 112 Points 5

  Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact huskymom: I'd totally steer clear of poodles and other curly haired breeds for the reasons mentioned in an above post.      Hum, Poodles are supposed to be one of the great hypo allergenic dogs, and provided that their coats are kept short and clean, they seem to be in our case. They barely shed, and are very pleasant house dogs. My old Lab used to accasionally cause allergic reactions in me. There were the ones that i think you are talking about , the welts and the runny nose, and then there was the reaction to his rolls in smelly stuff, and his abilty to seek new lows in what kind of disgusting things he could find and eat.  I just wish it was possible to have him back :(((((     Tch Cadbury CDX (RIP) Tch Nascere Bella Nera CDX Ch Jenuin Constanine

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• 11-14-2009 10:34 AM

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  huskymom Joined on 09-10-2007 Thunder Bay ON Posts 7,536 Points 630

  Re: What are the top 5 best breeds for allergy sufferers? What are the 5 worst? Reply Contact poodleOwned: huskymom: I'd totally steer clear of poodles and other curly haired breeds for the reasons mentioned in an above post.      Hum, Poodles are supposed to be one of the great hypo allergenic dogs, and provided that their coats are kept short and clean, they seem to be in our case. They barely shed, and are very pleasant house dogs. FTR, I have nothing against poodles.  The thread that spurred this one was because the OP seemed to react more to her poodle than her high shedding terrier and wondered why, since poodles are touted as Hypo-allergenic.  Her reasoning was that she's not really allergic to dogs, but rather to the things her poodle would bring in on its coat.  And this would make sense since a wiry terrier coat is less likely to hold such allergens than a curly fine poodle coat.  I do agree that a poodle would be a fine dog, for most people that suffer from dog allergies, but since my son does not have dog allergies, but rather allergies to outdoor pollutants and allergens, a poodle is not for us.  Candace

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