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Can you please give me a list of all Hypo-Allergenic dogs (including Cross-Breeds)?

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1. There is NO such thing as a hypo-allergenic dog. All dogs produce dander - some more, some less.
2. How can I, if they don't even exist?
3. While respondents that say there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog, what they mean to say is... well, exactly that. They are technically correct. But, there are dogs that are less of a problem for allergy suffers. For example, you want a dog that doesn't shed much. Technically, all dogs shed (just as humans do), but in some breeds the hair doesn't fall out so much on its own and needs to be brushed out. Yorkies are good in this regard. So are poodles, portuguese water dogs and several others. Regular daily brushing can help with shedding for any breed, but in particular with these and terriers in general are good in this regard. Obviously, brushing and regular bathing help to remove pet dander and saliva that cause most allergic reactions. Bathing twice a week is recommended to keep dander and saliva contamination to a minimum. Another factor in choosing a dog with consideration to dog allergies, is size. Reduce the size of the dog and you reduce the amounts of potential allergens. But, there is a problem with size too - many small dogs tend to be yappy and frequent barking disperses small amounts of airborn particles that can cause allergies. So, a small calm dog that doesn't shed much is best. Smaller dogs are easier to bathe and brush frequently, so that is another advantage. Other necessary strategies are frequent vacuuming, cleaning and dusting of the home. It is also a good idea to make some rooms out of bounds for your nearly hypoallergenic puppy. The idea is containment. High quality air filters are also a good idea. By following these guidelines you may be able to reduce the allergenic properties enough to have them nearly unnoticeable. It depends on the degree of the allergy. Low-level contact can also help to desensitize the sufferer. So, you can do it; but, you need to choose wisely. Remember that even among the breeds known for being barkers there are those individuals that scarcely bark at all. A well-trained owner can also train a dog to be quieter, calmer and not bark so much. It is all a matter of degrees. I like Yorkies and have known some that don't bark too much. Westies, I think are calmer and less likely to yap. All the terriers have a stubborn streak and need knowledgable, well-trained owners. There are also yappy poodles and non-yappy poodles. The best predictor in terms of yappiness is the mother and father. I don't mean to overemphasize the yappy component, just want you to know that it is a factor in spreading allergens. If you do a good job with the grooming, house cleaning and restricted areas (as well as a minimal shedding breed), you've got a pretty good shot at it. Last word, be sure of what you do before you get the dog. What if despite your best efforts, the allergies are too much? What is to become of the dog then? Just be sure, okay?
4. There's no such thing. There are dogs that don't blow their coats, yes, but all dogs shed dander to some extent.
5. All dogs shed, so all dogs produce dander( which can cause the allergies). And dander don't just have to come from fur- its found in skin,saliva and urine. So there's not really any true "hypoallergenic dog" but there are dogs that do shed less then others making them ideal for some allergy sufferers. For a small list of low shedding types: http://www.akc.org/about/faq_allergies.cfm There are more but those are just a few. I've a yorkie- they are low shedding as well. If someone is allergic to dogs in your household DO NOT GET a designer mutt- crossbreed. There is NO way of telling if they will have the right coat or not. You will know that a purebred poodle sheds very little, good for an allergy sufferer. With many of the "poo" or "doodle" crossbreeds there is no way of knowing if they will retain that less shedding coat or what not. If you want predictability go with a purebred- you can even search local shelters for a purebred or a breed rescue. Here is another list. http://www.dogguide.net/dog-breeds-for-allergies.php
6. I'm partial to miniature schnauzers. Extremely minimal shedding. Mine isn't yappy at all, maybe I just trained him well? With dogs that don't shed that much, you'll have to groom (get their hair cut) them every couple of months.
7. Except for hairless dogs, here is no such thing. However, dogs with curly hair tend to be less problematic to people with allergies because when they shed, hair and dander gets caught in the curls and might not come out until you brush it out. You can try Bichon frises, Malteses, Yorkshire terriers, Shih Tzus, Poodles, Havaneses, etc.
8. If you go on line and type in the search bar,hypo allergenic dogs they will show you a site that you can view,I do know that they consider a poodle and bischone frise a hypo allergenic dog.