If you love dogs but don’t love dog hair on your clothes, couch, and car, you’re in luck. While no dog is completely hypoallergenic, many small dog breeds shed very little. These breeds are ideal for people with allergies or those who just prefer a cleaner home. Plus, their petite size makes them perfect for apartments, city living, or anyone who wants a compact companion.
Here are 10 small dog breeds that don’t shed much:
Bichon Frise
The Bichon Frise has a soft, curly coat that rarely sheds. Their fluffy white fur traps loose hairs, preventing them from ending up on your furniture. Regular grooming is essential to keep their coat tangle-free and their skin healthy, but the payoff is a cheerful, low-shedding pup.
Maltese
Maltese dogs have long, silky hair that more closely resembles human hair than typical dog fur. They shed very little and are known for their elegant appearance and affectionate nature. Daily brushing helps maintain their flowing locks and keeps mats at bay.
Miniature Schnauzer
With their wiry double coat, Miniature Schnauzers don’t shed much at all. These intelligent, spirited dogs are great for active households. They do need regular grooming and hand-stripping or clipping to maintain their distinctive beard and brows.
Toy Poodle
Poodles come in several sizes, and the Toy Poodle is the smallest. Their curly coat traps loose hairs, making them one of the most popular hypoallergenic breeds. Poodles are incredibly smart, friendly, and easy to train. Just be prepared to schedule regular grooming appointments.
Shih Tzu
Despite their long, luxurious coat, Shih Tzus are low shedders. Their hair grows continuously and falls out minimally. These loving lapdogs enjoy being pampered and are happiest when they’re by your side. Daily brushing is recommended to prevent tangles.
Yorkshire Terrier
Yorkies have hair rather than fur, and they shed very little. Their small size and big personality make them a favorite for city dwellers. Their fine, silky coat can be kept long for a show-stopping look or clipped short for easier maintenance.
Brussels Griffon
These charming little dogs have a lot of personality packed into a small, low-shedding package. Their coat can be smooth or rough, with the rough-coated variety shedding less. Brussels Griffons are loyal, expressive, and love being the center of attention.
Chinese Crested
The Chinese Crested comes in two varieties: Hairless and Powderpuff. The Hairless variety has hair only on parts of the body and sheds very little. Even the Powderpuff, with its soft coat, is considered low-shedding. These quirky, affectionate dogs are perfect for allergy sufferers.
Havanese
The Havanese has a silky, wavy coat that doesn’t shed much and produces less dander than many other breeds. They are cheerful, social, and make excellent companions. Routine brushing and occasional grooming will keep their coat in great condition.
Lhasa Apso
Originally bred as watchdogs in Tibetan monasteries, Lhasa Apsos have a long, dense coat that sheds minimally. They are independent yet loyal and can be quite comical. Regular grooming is key to keeping their coat neat and mat-free.
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