--- title: "So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." canonical_url: "https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/hypoallergenic" meta: "og:description": "So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "og:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "og:image:alt": "Dog and cat breeders near you" "og:image:height": "630" "og:image:width": "1200" "og:title": "So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds: our top 20" "twitter:description": "So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "twitter:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "twitter:title": "So-called hypoallergenic dog breeds: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) 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. 1 [![Yorkshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/18/pexels-photo-35386961.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) ## [Yorkshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) Small, lively and elegant terrier, the Yorkshire Terrier charms with its big personality in a miniature format. Considered hypoallergenicSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) [ 179 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-yorkshire-terrier) 2. 2 [![Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6663/pexels-photo-32269523.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) ## [Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) Small affectionate, intelligent companion dog, very attached to its family. Considered hypoallergenicSmall Tibet [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) [ 122 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu) 3. 3 [![Poodle]()](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) ## [Poodle](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) A brilliant, elegant and versatile dog, from toy to large size. Considered hypoallergenicMedium France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/poodle) [ 73 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-poodle) 4. 4 [![Schnauzer](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6652/pexels-photo-3610168.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/schnauzer) ## [Schnauzer](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/schnauzer) A bearded, vigilant and athletic dog, as endearing as it is well-balanced. Considered hypoallergenicMedium Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/schnauzer) [ 36 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-schnauzer) 5. 5 [![Coton de Tulear](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4917/pexels-photo-39201382.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/coton-de-tulear) ## [Coton de Tulear](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/coton-de-tulear) A small cheerful, affectionate and intelligent companion with a white coat as soft as cotton. Considered hypoallergenicSmall Madagascar [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/coton-de-tulear) [ 29 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-coton-de-tulear) 6. 6 [![Lagotto Romagnolo](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8189/lagotto-romagnolo-7.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lagotto-romagnolo) ## [Lagotto Romagnolo](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lagotto-romagnolo) The water dog of Emilia-Romagna, cheerful, intelligent and champion of truffle hunting. Considered hypoallergenicMedium Italy [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lagotto-romagnolo) [ 19 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-lagotto-romagnolo) 7. 7 [![Wirehaired Pointing Griffon](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8968/griffon-korthals-7.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-pointing-griffon) ## [Wirehaired Pointing Griffon](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-pointing-griffon) A rustic, affectionate and tireless pointing dog, made for the outdoors. Considered hypoallergenicMedium France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-pointing-griffon) [ 16 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon) 8. 8 [![Biewer Yorkshire](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5654/pexels-photo-11309269.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/biewer-yorkshire) ## [Biewer Yorkshire](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/biewer-yorkshire) A small tricolour companion, lively and affectionate, with a long coat that requires attentive care. Considered hypoallergenicSmall Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/biewer-yorkshire) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-biewer-yorkshire) 9. 9 [![Chinese Crested Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7135/chien-chinois-a-crete-indystands-jpg.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chinese-crested-dog) ## [Chinese Crested Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chinese-crested-dog) A small graceful dog, affectionate and very attached to its owner. Considered hypoallergenicSmall China [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chinese-crested-dog) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chinese-crested-dog) 10. 10 [![Peruvian Inca Orchid](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8646/chien-nu-du-perou-6.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/peruvian-inca-orchid) ## [Peruvian Inca Orchid](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/peruvian-inca-orchid) An elegant, affectionate and alert dog, remarkable for its hairless variety. Considered hypoallergenicMedium Peru [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/peruvian-inca-orchid) [ 5 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-peruvian-inca-orchid) 11. 11 [![American Hairless Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10352/terrier-americain-sans-poil-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-hairless-terrier) ## [American Hairless Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-hairless-terrier) American Hairless Terrier, lively, playful and very close to its family. Considered hypoallergenicSmall United States (Louisiana) [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-hairless-terrier) [ 4 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-american-hairless-terrier) 12. 12 [![Bedlington Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4967/boutchie_apres_championnat_004.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bedlington-terrier) ## [Bedlington Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bedlington-terrier) An elegant terrier with a lamb-like appearance, lively, courageous and deeply attached to its family. Considered hypoallergenicSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bedlington-terrier) [ 3 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bedlington-terrier) 13. 13 [![Portuguese Water Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7677/chien-deau-portugais-9.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/portuguese-water-dog) ## [Portuguese Water Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/portuguese-water-dog) A sporty, loyal dog and excellent swimmer, very attached to its family. Considered hypoallergenicMedium Portugal [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/portuguese-water-dog) [ 3 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-portuguese-water-dog) 14. 14 [![Xoloitzcuintli](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7355/chien-nu-mexicain-37157627.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/xoloitzcuintli) ## [Xoloitzcuintli](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/xoloitzcuintli) A primitive Mexican dog, elegant, calm and attentive, available in three sizes and in two varieties. Considered hypoallergenicMedium Mexico [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/xoloitzcuintli) [ 3 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-xoloitzcuintli) 15. 15 [![Bolognese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8445/bichon-bolonais-8.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) ## [Bolognese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) A small Italian companion, gentle, faithful and elegant, dressed in an abundant white coat. Considered hypoallergenicSmall Italy [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) [ 2 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bolognese) 16. 16 [![Lakeland Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6323/pexels-photo-1313254.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lakeland-terrier) ## [Lakeland Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lakeland-terrier) A small lively, hardy and courageous terrier, as good a companion as an alert dog. Considered hypoallergenicSmall United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/lakeland-terrier) [ 2 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-lakeland-terrier) 17. 17 [![Cavapoo](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4861/pexels-photo-29296760.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavapoo) ## [Cavapoo](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavapoo) Small companion dog, cheerful, sociable and very attached to its family. Considered hypoallergenicSmall Australia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavapoo) [ 1 breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-cavapoo) 18. 18 [![Cockapoo](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10325/cockapoo-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cockapoo) ## [Cockapoo](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cockapoo) Cheerful and affectionate cross between Cocker and Poodle, star of families in the United Kingdom. Considered hypoallergenicSmall United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cockapoo) [ 1 breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-cockapoo) 19. 19 [![Czech Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9237/terrier-tcheque-6.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/czech-terrier) ## [Czech Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/czech-terrier) A small calm and endearing terrier, with a long coat and a low silhouette. Considered hypoallergenicSmall Czech Republic [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/czech-terrier) [ 1 breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-czech-terrier) 20. 20 [![Irish Water Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5897/irish_water_spaniel_from_1915.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/irish-water-spaniel) ## [Irish Water Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/irish-water-spaniel) An energetic, intelligent and hardy Irish Water Dog, recognizable by its tight curls and its distinctive tail. Considered hypoallergenicMedium Ireland [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/irish-water-spaniel) [ 1 breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-irish-water-spaniel) This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. 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