Top 20
So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds
No breed is completely allergen-free, but some shed less or produce fewer dander flakes. Consult an allergist, then compare these so-called hypoallergenic dog breeds.
- 1
Yorkshire Terrier
Small, lively and elegant terrier, the Yorkshire Terrier charms with its big personality in a miniature format.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall United Kingdom
- 2
Shih Tzu
Small affectionate, intelligent companion dog, very attached to its family.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall Tibet
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Poodle
A brilliant, elegant and versatile dog, from toy to large size.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium France
- 4
Schnauzer
A bearded, vigilant and athletic dog, as endearing as it is well-balanced.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium Germany
- 5
Coton de Tulear
A small cheerful, affectionate and intelligent companion with a white coat as soft as cotton.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall Madagascar
- 6
Lagotto Romagnolo
The water dog of Emilia-Romagna, cheerful, intelligent and champion of truffle hunting.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium Italy
- 7
Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
A rustic, affectionate and tireless pointing dog, made for the outdoors.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium France
- 8
Biewer Yorkshire
A small tricolour companion, lively and affectionate, with a long coat that requires attentive care.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall Germany
- 9
Chinese Crested Dog
A small graceful dog, affectionate and very attached to its owner.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall China
- 10
Peruvian Inca Orchid
An elegant, affectionate and alert dog, remarkable for its hairless variety.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium Peru
- 11
American Hairless Terrier
American Hairless Terrier, lively, playful and very close to its family.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall United States (Louisiana)
- 12
Bedlington Terrier
An elegant terrier with a lamb-like appearance, lively, courageous and deeply attached to its family.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall United Kingdom
- 13
Portuguese Water Dog
A sporty, loyal dog and excellent swimmer, very attached to its family.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium Portugal
- 14
Xoloitzcuintli
A primitive Mexican dog, elegant, calm and attentive, available in three sizes and in two varieties.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium Mexico
- 15
Bolognese
A small Italian companion, gentle, faithful and elegant, dressed in an abundant white coat.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall Italy
- 16
Lakeland Terrier
A small lively, hardy and courageous terrier, as good a companion as an alert dog.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall United Kingdom
- 17
Cavapoo
Small companion dog, cheerful, sociable and very attached to its family.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall Australia
- 18
Cockapoo
Cheerful and affectionate cross between Cocker and Poodle, star of families in the United Kingdom.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall United States
- 19
Czech Terrier
A small calm and endearing terrier, with a long coat and a low silhouette.
Considered hypoallergenicSmall Czech Republic
- 20
Irish Water Spaniel
An energetic, intelligent and hardy Irish Water Dog, recognizable by its tight curls and its distinctive tail.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium Ireland
This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. In a tie, breeds with more breeders in France rank higher.
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