Dog Breeds by Trait Hypoallergenic
Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds: Low-Shedding Companions for Allergy-Sensitive Homes
Hypoallergenic dog breeds are ideal for individuals with pet allergies, offering minimal dander and reduced shedding. These breeds—like the Poodle, Bichon Frise, and Portuguese Water Dog—feature hair-like coats that trap allergens and require regular grooming to stay clean and allergy-friendly. While no dog is 100% allergen-free, hypoallergenic breeds significantly lower the risk of allergic reactions, making them popular among sensitive families and first-time pet owners. Known for their intelligence, charm, and adaptability, these dogs thrive in homes that prioritize cleanliness and consistent coat care. Whether you're seeking a cuddly lap dog or an active playmate, hypoallergenic breeds combine comfort with companionship.
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Affenpinscher
A.K.A.: Affie, Monkey Dog, Monkey Pinscher, Monkey Terrier, Black-Mustached Devil, Affen
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 6,5-13,2 |
Height (in): | 9-11.5 |
Colors: | Black, gray, silver, red, black & tan or beige. |
Airedale Terrier
A.K.A.: Waterside Terrier, Bingley Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 45 |
Height (in): | 23 |
Colors: | Tan with black or grizzled saddle. |
Australian Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 12-14 |
Height (in): | 10-11 |
Colors: | Blue and tan, solid sandy, and solid red. |
Bedlington Terrier
A.K.A.: Rothbury Terrier, Rodbery Terrier, Rothbury's Lamb
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 17-23 |
Height (in): | male 16.5, female: 15.5 |
Colors: | Blue, sandy, and liver, each with or without tan points. Bedlington pups are born dark, and lighten to adult color by about one year of age. |
Bernedoodle (Miniature)

A.K.A.: Mini Bernedoodle, Toy Bernedoodle
Primary Breed | Bernese Mountain Dog |
Secondary Breed | Poodle (Toy) |
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 10-24 |
Height (in): | 12-17 |
Colors: | Mini Bernedoodles come in Tricolor, sable, merle, black, black and white, and phantom. |
Bichon Frise
A.K.A.: Bichon à poil frisé, Bichon Tenerife
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 7-12 |
Height (in): | 9.5-11.5 |
Colors: | White - and may have cream shadings. |
Black Russian Terrier

Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 80-100 |
Height (in): | 26-30 |
Colors: | black |
Border Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 13-15, female: 11-14 |
Height (in): | 10-11 |
Colors: | Red, grizzle and tan, blue and tan, or wheaten. |
Bouvier Des Flandres

A.K.A.: Flanders Cattle Dog, Vlaamse Koehond
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 69-90 |
Height (in): | male: 24-28, female: 24-27 |
Colors: | Fawn to black, including salt and pepper, gray, and brindle. |
Brussels Griffon
A.K.A.: Belgium Griffon, Petit Brabançon, Griffon Bruxellois
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 8-10 |
Height (in): | 7-8 |
Colors: | Red, beige (mixed reddish brown and black), black and tan, or black. |
Cairn Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 14, female: 13 |
Height (in): | male: 10, female: 9.5 |
Colors: | Any color but white; dark ears, muzzle, tail tip desired. |
Chinese Crested
A.K.A.: Crested, Puff
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 5-12 |
Height (in): | 11-13 |
Colors: | Any. |
Chorkiepoo
A.K.A.: Yorkie- Long haired chihuhua/Toy Poodle, Yorkie Chi-Poo, Chorkie-Poo, Chorkie Doodle
Primary Breed | Chorkie |
Secondary Breed | Poodle (Toy) |
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 7 lbs |
Height (in): | 6-8 |
Colors: | could be any color |
Dandie Dinmont Terrier

A.K.A.: Dandie, Hindlee Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 18-24 |
Height (in): | 8-11 |
Colors: | Pepper (all shades of gray and silver) or mustard (all shades of brown and fawn). Dandie Dinmont puppies are much darker than the adults. |
Glen of Imaal Terrier

A.K.A.: Wicklow Terrier, Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 35 |
Height (in): | 12.5 - 14 |
Colors: | Brindle, blue, wheaten |
Golden Mountain Doodle

A.K.A.: Golden Mountain Doodle
Primary Breed | Goldendoodle |
Secondary Breed | Bernedoodle |
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 45-90 lbs |
Height (in): | 24-36 in |
Colors: | Multiple colors and pattern types |
Havanese
A.K.A.: Bichon Havanais, Havana Silk Dog, Bichon Havanese, Havaneser, Bichon Habanero
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 7-13 |
Height (in): | 8-11 |
Colors: | Cream, gold, silver, champagne, tan, blue, black, parti-color and tri-colored,including white. |
Irish Terrier
A.K.A.: Irish Red Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 27, female: 25 |
Height (in): | 18 |
Colors: | Red, golden red, red wheaten, or wheaten. |
Irish Water Spaniel
A.K.A.: Whiptail, Shannon Spaniel, RatTail Spaniel, Bog Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 55-65, female: 45-58 |
Height (in): | male: 22-24, female: 21-23 |
Colors: | Solid liver. |
Kerry Blue Terrier
A.K.A.: Irish Blue Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 33-40, female: 30-35 |
Height (in): | male: 18-19, female: 17-19 |
Colors: | Any shade of blue-gray in mature (over 18 months) dog; immature dogs may be very dark blue or have tinges of brown. |
Komondor
A.K.A.: Hungarian Komondor, Hungarian Sheepdog, Mop Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | male: 80, female:70 |
Height (in): | male: 27.5, female 25.5 and up |
Colors: | White. |
Lakeland Terrier
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 17 |
Height (in): | male: 14.5, female: 13.5 |
Colors: | Solid (blue, black, liver, red, or wheaten); or wheaten or golden tan with a saddle of blue, black, liver or grizzle. |
Lhasa Apso
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 13-15 |
Height (in): | 10-11 |
Colors: | Black, white, brown, gray, cream or particolor. |
Lowchen
A.K.A.: Petit Chien Lion, Little Lion Dog
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 8-18 |
Height (in): | 12-14 |
Colors: | Any colors or combinations. |
Maltese
A.K.A.: Bichon Maltiase
Size
Grooming requirements
Exercise requirements
Good with other dogs
Watchdog ability
Energetic
Weight (lbs): | 4-7 |
Height (in): | 9-10 |
Colors: | White. |