If you are thinking of bringing a dog confinement then you are not alone – the Dog club says the number of people welcoming new dogs into their homes has skyrocketed over the past two years.
But some people find it impossible to be with a dog due to an allergic reaction to their hair, which can cause sneezewatery eyes and even a rash.
Luckily, there are a number of breeds that shed very little, which means no one should miss owning a dog.
Here are 10 perfect hypoallergenic dogs for those who have allergic.
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1. Labradoodle
The Labrador Retriever may be the UK’s most popular dog, but they shed a huge amount of hair. The Labradoodle is a much more hypoallergenic mix of a Labrador and a Poodle, making the dog much less hairy and less likely to trigger your allergies.
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2. Portuguese Water Dog
Although the Portuguese Water Dog sheds, it is relatively thick and very seasonal, so a regular grooming regimen will keep allergy sufferers from suffering.
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3. Miniature Schnauzer
Schnauzers come in three sizes: giant, standard, and miniature. It is the small Miniature Schnauzer who has the most hypoallergenic coat of the three.
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4. Bichon Frize
The cute and playful Bichon Frize may look incredibly fluffy, but his curls are very fluffy.
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