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What are some breeds of big dogs that are hypoallergenic? Please no terriers, or purse dogs nothing small.?

My son is allergic to dogs and we are looking for some dog breeds that are suitable for him. Please, no terriers. Also, only breeds of big dogs. No purse dogs, or dogs that are like a foot big. big dogs like a rotwieler. thanks.

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1. robot doggie r us has a answer..
2. idk if boxers are but they are the shit... or get one of them hairless dawgs... them is so cool
3. No dog is hypoallergenic they all shed some shed a lot some shed very little if your son has allergies would another pet not be a better idea like a goldfish
4. HI
5. Poodles are supposed to be hypoallergenic. Since you don't want a small dog, you could go with a standard poodle. They are great family dogs, and they are pretty big.
6. NO DOGS are "hypoallergenic" - that is a lie. If you want a dog that sheds LESS, then choose a well-bred standard poodle. They're plenty big and very versatile dogs, and very clownish - just right for children. Your son needs a blood panel to determine exactly what he's allergic to - people are often allergic to dog dander, the proteins in their urine, the proteins in their saliva, or simply the dust and pollen that gets caught in their fur. You need to determine exactly WHAT he's allergic to, then meet with standard poodle breeders and find a specific dog that doesn't irritate him.
7. No dogs are truly hypoallergenic. Some breeds shed less and aggrivate allergy sufferers less. The two most common that aren't small breeds are the poodle or the portuguese water dog. Do not let anyone convince you that a poodle cross won't shed either. It is just as likely to inherit the coat of the lab or golden it is mixed with as it is to inherit the poodle coat. As someone else said, the extent of your sons allergies need to be tested. Some people are allergic to dander and some to saliva. It can all be determined with a simple blood test. ETA: The schnauzer (they come in mini, standard,or giant) and the Irish Water Spaniel are also on the list of low shedders as are some terriers (I know you said no terriers...but they are worth looking at) the Bedlington terrier. the Wheaten Terrier, and the Kerry Blue Terrier. The standard poodle, like I mentioned before, is actually a pretty cool dog. They are quite smart, easy to train, and widely available.
8. water spaniel standard poodle these are two non shedding large breeds that people with allergies can and do own i know you think poodle you automatically think silly hair cuts that's the owners choice but left Natural these dogs look like bob marley lol the standard poodle actually stands higher then the rottweiler just a slimmer dog water spaniels may be harder to find there's also medium size dogs like the komondor the puli that's all i can think at the moment sorry hope this helps
9. you can go with a standard poodle. But actually to help reduce allergy all you have to do is brush your dog everyday and give it baths weekly. and that will help. other dogs that will be best Samoyed(doesn't shed) Spanish water dog( the dog obama haves) Labradoodle ( although that is a mix breed between labs and poodle) otherwise your kind of out of luck with big dogs. there are a lot of cute terriers that are medium size that are hypoallergenic, maybe you should rethink the size of dog you want.
10. NONE, As there is no such thing as a hypo-allergenic dog. the closest thing to a allergy free dog you will find is a Standard Poodle, in the big size. But to be sure I would find somebody that has one and allow your son tp be around it for some time to make sure. A dog of that size is a big investment. But you don't want to have return a dog to breeder if it don't work out.
11. No dog is hypoallergenic, but there are dogs that are good for allergy sufferers. Goldendoodles and labradoodles are big and "hypoallergenic", but they are mutts so you can't tell what kind of temperament they would have or what health problems they would have. They also need a lot of exercise. Standard poodles are big, but they need a lot of mental stimulation (training) because they are very smart and they will get bored. They also need quite a lot of exercise.
12. Unfortunately, no dog is hypo-allergenic. But, that does not mean you have to succumb to a poodle who hardly sheds. I am allergic to dogs but own a rottweiler, and suffer no allergic reactions. It is a matter of maintaining the dog to help control its shedding properly to avoid any suffering on your son's part. Regular bathing and brushing the dog will help maintain shedding and dandruff. Make it a habit to vacuum daily. Also, keep the dog off all furniture to keep most of the dog hair on the dog and ground. When choosing a dog, stay away from long-hair breeds, such as huskies and retrievers.
13. Like a Rottweiler eh? I hope you know what you're in for. Giant Schnauzer, Bouvier des Flandres, Black Russian Terrier, and Airedale Terrier. The black russian terrier may in fact not be a terrier at all but if it is it's a 100+ pound terrier. The Airedale is also large at about 60 pounds and 24 inches at the whithers. The Schnauzer, Bouvier, and BRT are remarkably similar. Most likely the Bouvier was used to breed the Schnauzer (the Giant only), and the Giant Schnauzer was used to breed the BRT. These dogs were originally cattle droving dogs just like the Rottweiler and when that line of work went obsolete 150 years ago, they became police and miltary dogs. All of these dogs, and the Airedale as well can do well in police and personal protection work like the Rottweiler -- definitely not sissy purse dogs. You can find working bloodline or softer show-line dogs. These dogs are minimally shedding. Consequently, they require almost daily brushing and combing. Their coats may need to be dematted if you fall behind on the brushing. Their shaggy coats can bring more dirt in the house but they do produce less allergens (less shed hair and possibly less dander) but they are not allergen free. You can clip the coats short to minimize the daily grooming but clipping may involve an expensive groomer unless you want to get the tools and learn yourself (still expensive up front but less costly over time if you stay comitted to learning it). If you collect and dispose of the clipped and brushed/combed out hair, you will find that the dog leaves very, very little, almost no hair around the house or yard. Basically, with these dogs you have to take the hair off. It doesn't come off on it's own. Again, these dogs are good if you want a dog like a Rottweiler or German Shepherd but don't want the shedding. As for allergies, well, you'll have to determine exactly what your son is really compatible with and what not.