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If you’re thinking about getting a dog out of containment, you’re not alone – the Kennel Club says the number of people welcoming new dogs to their homes last year has climbed to around 250,000.
But some people find it impossible to be with a dog due to an allergic reaction to their hair, which can cause sneezing, runny eyes, and even a rash.
Fortunately, there are a number of breeds that shed very little hair, which means that no one should miss out on owning a dog.
Here are 10 hypoallergenic dogs that are perfect for allergy sufferers.
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The Labrador Retriever may be the UK’s most popular dog, but it sheds a lot of hair. The Labradoodle is a mix of a Labrador and a much more hypoallergenic Poodle, which makes the dog shed much less hair and is less likely to trigger your allergies.
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Whether you opt for the standard, mini, or toy varieties, all poodles shed very little of their soft, curly hair. They are also very intelligent and easy to train.
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The Affenpinscher, also known as the Monkey Terrier, has fairly threadlike hairs that are less likely to cause problems for people with allergies.
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While the Portuguese Water Dog sheds hair, it is relatively thick and very seasonal, so a regular grooming regimen will keep allergy sufferers from suffering.
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