FabSwingers.com forum: best dog for allergies

By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Kind of Thread steal from alxanddoll.(sorry)

My wife is allergic to the dapper given off from the dogs fur. Just wondering if anyone knows of any breeds that are good for this. As I always had a dog growing up and the kids really want a dog too. My wife is keen to get one but we need to find one that is good for her allergies.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

My friend who has allergies has a Bichon Frise. They are very sweet and cute.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Poodles are good because of their dense curly coat. Labradoodles are an alternative if you. Don't want a poncy little yapper lol

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Labradoddles are used as guide dogs for blind people who are allergic to dogs.

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By *rsIdiotWoman
over a year ago

Bedworth

"Poodles are good because of their dense curly coat. Labradoodles are an alternative if you. Don't want a poncy little yapper lol

A standard poodle could hardly be called a poncy little yapper, the ones I have met have been a similar size to my dog, a greyhound

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Poodles are good because of their dense curly coat. Labradoodles are an alternative if you. Don't want a poncy little yapper lol

A standard poodle could hardly be called a poncy little yapper, the ones I have met have been a similar size to my dog, a greyhound "

Having a Pom Pom instead of a tail is poncy in my opinion and they still yap because of the shape of their muzzle

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By *empting Devil.Woman
over a year ago

Sheffield

Poodles have hair not fur (they don't she'd, it keeps growing and only a little falls out) as a result less dander is carried into the house.

And standard poodles are great dogs!

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By *iewMan
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over a year ago

Angus & Findhorn

cockerpoos are great

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've never liked the standard poodle, that one in eastenders all those years ago has put me off

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Not wanting to offend anyone at all

but as it's going to ultimately be me taking the main role in the walking of the dog, I don't really want a fluff ball or a curly perm on a lead! Not saying they are bad dogs just not for me.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Not wanting to offend anyone at all

but as it's going to ultimately be me taking the main role in the walking of the dog, I don't really want a fluff ball or a curly perm on a lead! Not saying they are bad dogs just not for me.

lol I know what you are saying and I'm the same, I don't like those type of dogs. I think the poodle and similar coated types do seem to be best for allergies but they're not exactly 'manly looking'

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Choose any dog you like but keep it outside.

Get a Collie from a farm and it's already used to living in the shed outdoors.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Poodles are good because of their dense curly coat. Labradoodles are an alternative if you. Don't want a poncy little yapper lol

A standard poodle could hardly be called a poncy little yapper, the ones I have met have been a similar size to my dog, a greyhound

Having a Pom Pom instead of a tail is poncy in my opinion and they still yap because of the shape of their muzzle"

Actually a standard poodle has a massive bark and stands about two foot at the shoulder, they are the athletes of the dog world with the most amazing spring in their step.

They are great at agility due to their athleticism and willingness to be trained.

Their coat is naturally tight curls and it is NOT naturally fluffy and does NOT grow in pompoms on the end of the tail...

That is the human desire to clip shapes in their coat and puff them up, an all over short clip on a standard poodle looks fantastic, awesome dogs

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By *edangel_2013Woman
over a year ago

southend

Labradoodles are slightly more manly looking. But ultimately you will be paying a lot of money for a x-breed. Make sure you go to a good breeder with history of the parents. Labadoodles are prone to juvenile blindness.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Choose any dog you like but keep it outside.

Get a Collie from a farm and it's already used to living in the shed outdoors."

Farm dogs are working dogs and need lots of stimulation to keep the mind active and not develop stress behavior and bad habits

Locking one in a shed for a few hours a day and just having it about on occasion is NOT AN OPTION and very unfair on a dog that craves human company and activities

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Personally I would advise you to wait and take a trip to crufts, complete with antihistamines to go round the breeds section and meet some pure breeds.

Or contact your local dog training group they will help to introduce you to many different types.

A standard poodle is a very manly option lol, big dog powerful personality, good luck

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Choose any dog you like but keep it outside.

Get a Collie from a farm and it's already used to living in the shed outdoors."

Both my bearded collies were from farms off working stock but I wouldn't keep them in a shed, they were family pets and therefore we were their "pack" so they stayed inside with us.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Try a greyhound, my auntie is allergic but she is fine with mine.

You can trial all dogs rehomed from the rgt so you will know pretty quick if she's ok

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Get a doberman!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Get professional advice. Do some research. Last thing you need to do is make wrong choices because of ill advice then you have an unhappy pooch and an unhappy family.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I would say labradoodles are great for anti-allergy purposes, although they do have three different types of coat so the tighter the curl the better. As for being kid friendly they are boisterous puppies and liable to knock small kids off their feet so not suitable for very young families until they gain control of all their limbs!

Very loving and placid as adults though.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Labradoodles are slightly more manly looking. But ultimately you will be paying a lot of money for a x-breed. Make sure you go to a good breeder with history of the parents. Labadoodles are prone to juvenile blindness. "

This ^^ plus they are categorised into F1, F2 etc depending on their parentage ie Labrador & Poodle makes an F1.

This reflects their size, temperament & coat.

Cockerpoos are gorgeous too!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Choose any dog you like but keep it outside.

Get a Collie from a farm and it's already used to living in the shed outdoors.

Farm dogs are working dogs and need lots of stimulation to keep the mind active and not develop stress behavior and bad habits

Locking one in a shed for a few hours a day and just having it about on occasion is NOT AN OPTION and very unfair on a dog that craves human company and activities

Where did I mention "locking one in a shed"?

I know plenty of people here in Cornwall with farm collies and some of them don't stay in the house overnight. They are no different to other dogs. If you treat them well, they will respond well.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Miniature Schnauzer. Lovely dogs and they have hair not fur.

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By *U1966Man
over a year ago

Devon

I am allergic to dogs but used to have English Setters

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By *SweetVioletxWoman
over a year ago

Liverpool

Speak to professional about this before you get a dog then have to give it up due to allergies. Too many unwanted dogs in the world already. X

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By *empting Devil.Woman
over a year ago

Sheffield

"Poodles are good because of their dense curly coat. Labradoodles are an alternative if you. Don't want a poncy little yapper lol

A standard poodle could hardly be called a poncy little yapper, the ones I have met have been a similar size to my dog, a greyhound

Having a Pom Pom instead of a tail is poncy in my opinion and they still yap because of the shape of their muzzle

Actually a standard poodle has a massive bark and stands about two foot at the shoulder, they are the athletes of the dog world with the most amazing spring in their step.

They are great at agility due to their athleticism and willingness to be trained.

Their coat is naturally tight curls and it is NOT naturally fluffy and does NOT grow in pompoms on the end of the tail...

That is the human desire to clip shapes in their coat and puff them up, an all over short clip on a standard poodle looks fantastic, awesome dogs

Actually it's not. The original cut was a working dog cut, they have their hind quarters shaved and the joints and chest are protected by the layer of fur.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I always had really had reactions to my nans Westie and cats. Relative has a husky and I'm not allergic to him at all despite him being more furry than your usual example. Loves walking and running but he's only now getting trained to recall effectively at 18 months old. Their place doesn't stink of bovril either like most dog owners houses despite his love of rolling in mud and fox shit a lot.

Friends have a cockapoo and he's very intelligent and if you don't get a cream one they don't look too un macho. Apparently they don't moult, I've not reacted to him and he's mega cuddly. Keeps up with the husky on walks and only smells a little bit. They are expensive for a cross breed mind as they paid £850 for him!!!

If I were to get a dog I'd try the rescue centre myself but not sure if you could easily find all dog there as most are staffies, Jack Russells and now increasingly huskies.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Chinese crested and xoloitzcuitli are bother hairless breeds surely best for people allergic to dog hair, I never said they where nice looking dogs though

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By *orthyorkypairCouple
over a year ago

North Yorkshire

"Poodles are good because of their dense curly coat. Labradoodles are an alternative if you. Don't want a poncy little yapper lol

A standard poodle could hardly be called a poncy little yapper, the ones I have met have been a similar size to my dog, a greyhound

Having a Pom Pom instead of a tail is poncy in my opinion and they still yap because of the shape of their muzzle

Actually a standard poodle has a massive bark and stands about two foot at the shoulder, they are the athletes of the dog world with the most amazing spring in their step.

They are great at agility due to their athleticism and willingness to be trained.

Their coat is naturally tight curls and it is NOT naturally fluffy and does NOT grow in pompoms on the end of the tail...

That is the human desire to clip shapes in their coat and puff them up, an all over short clip on a standard poodle looks fantastic, awesome dogs

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fV7fTkGUIWI

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

Thanks for the advice guys. Loads to look at there! Will get around a few breeders and see what they say. As for hairless its not the fur or hair she is allergic to its the dapper/dander from the skin that is causing the problems. Will have to try a few different kennels and see how we get on. Anyone know of any good ones in the Liverpool or surrounding areas? Dogs4us is only 30 miles away but have heard conflicting stories about them. Anyone had dealings with them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Not wanting to offend anyone at all

but as it's going to ultimately be me taking the main role in the walking of the dog, I don't really want a fluff ball or a curly perm on a lead! Not saying they are bad dogs just not for me.

I have a staffy and she doesn't moult at all.Super dogs if you ignore all the press hysteria.

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By *ittykate84Woman
over a year ago

CHESTER

Yorkshire terriers

ive had two and they are great! My last one wasnt yappy she would head butt people in bed and would play like the biggest of dogs

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By *ruitWoman
over a year ago

near kings lynn

No idea really but really hate yappy dogs.

There is a guy that walks two little ugly tiny thingy dogs. Chiuawawa or something like that. He is a big butch guy and I am sorry but to watch him walk them is just hilarious. I do attempt to keep my face neutral when seeing him.

I was brought up with golden labs and have always liked what I call a proper dog and dislike yappy dogs that yap at everything. I know everyone has different opinions and lots if people like these dogs.

I am allergic to cats and know the short haired ones make me sneeze less. Guess it would be the same for dog allergies x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Kind of Thread steal from alxanddoll.(sorry)

Maybe you should get your wife out cuddling some dogs before you buy as having to re-home if allergies start up would be a shame for any dog. Saying that anything with a poodle mixture is meant to be best.

Jasmine

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Kind of Thread steal from alxanddoll.(sorry)

Jasmine "

Would never get a dog before finding out everyone is OK with it. Would not be fair on the dog most of all.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Kind of Thread steal from alxanddoll.(sorry)

Jasmine

Would never get a dog before finding out everyone is OK with it. Would not be fair on the dog most of all. "

That's how I got my staffy as a result of that. Guy bought her, knew/thought his young daughter was allergic....then surprise surprise she's was. Glad she was tho lol she's a great dog.

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"Kind of Thread steal from alxanddoll.(sorry)

Jasmine

Would never get a dog before finding out everyone is OK with it. Would not be fair on the dog most of all.

That's how I got my staffy as a result of that. Guy bought her, knew/thought his young daughter was allergic....then surprise surprise she's was. Glad she was tho lol she's a great dog. "

Lucky for you and the dog! Well done for getting a rescue dog anyway. Just need to be sure as it's a commitment for all of us so want to get it right.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

"Yorkshire terriers

ive had two and they are great! My last one wasnt yappy she would head butt people in bed and would play like the biggest of dogs

But your first one was a wee yap?

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By *adybee77Woman
over a year ago

MAMOBA, miles and miles of bugger all (Aberdeenshire)

We've had border terriers and they have been allergy friendly. They get stripped or clipped but don't cause problems for any of my allergic friends, or for my asthma

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"We've had border terriers and they have been allergy friendly. They get stripped or clipped but don't cause problems for any of my allergic friends, or for my asthma "

These are looking good on the list. And we all like the look of them. Now just need to find some and go have a look and a hold.

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By *adybee77Woman
over a year ago

MAMOBA, miles and miles of bugger all (Aberdeenshire)

"We've had border terriers and they have been allergy friendly. They get stripped or clipped but don't cause problems for any of my allergic friends, or for my asthma

These are looking good on the list. And we all like the look of them. Now just need to find some and go have a look and a hold. "

They are ace wee doggies. Look like ewoks when they get longer haired - like wee cuddly teddy bears. Great nature as well, we had ours when my son was born, and they do really well with kids. Nice size and great characters!

Good luck, let us know what you get

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

A stuffed one.

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By *uke olovingmanMan
over a year ago

Gravesend

k-9 off dr who

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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago

"A stuffed one."

Wouldn't mind stuffing you!

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