Hypoallergenic dogs are a great solution for would be dog owners that have allergies. Many dog lovers that thought they would never be able to own a dog because of the uncontrollable symptoms to pet dander, may not have considered a hypoallergenic dog. A small number of dog breeds are considered hypoallergenic, meaning they don’t cause allergic reactions, either because they shed only small amounts of hair or because their dog dander isn’t allergy producing.

Keep in mind that there is no such thing as a non-allergenic dog or a non-shedding dog, a common misconception by some owners with allergy problems that purchase dogs believing they will be cured of dog dander issues.

Although the amount of allergy producing dander will be reduced with a hypoallergenic dog, owners still need to go through a regular routine to ensure that pet dander from pet hair is removed from their environment. It is important to recognize that it isn’t the pet hair itself causing the allergic reaction, but the dander that comes off when the dog shedding occurs. Dogs that make Littleto no dander are the dogs that are considered hypoallergenic dogs and will be ideal suited for a home with someone who is allergy sensitive.

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