Alert and energetic, the basenji is one of the top most popular breeds, and that probably has something to do with the peace and quiet that comes with owning one — basenjis don't bark. Treat your best friend to new toys and treats monthly.
Subscribe to BarkBox today and get double the first box free. If you've ever seen a walking mop that looks like it's on its way to a reggae concert, that's a komondor. The defining characteristic of this brave and loyal Hungarian work dog is its trademark long, dense, corded coat, which protects it from weather and animal attacks.
Underneath all those dreads, however, is a large, powerful dog that can grow to more than pounds. They shed only seasonally, but all that mop requires some work — daily grooming is required.
Looking for a good pair of pet grooming scissors? Try these. The tallest among all American Kennel Club spaniels, Irish water spaniels can stand 2 feet tall at the shoulders and weigh up to 65 pounds. Their waterproof coats are hypoallergenic, and they shed only minimally and seasonally. They're low maintenance, too.
You can get away with brushing them just once every few weeks. Known for their courage and ability to send intruders packing, the bouvier des Flandres sheds only lightly and seasonally, but grooming can be a bit of a chore. Their constantly growing hair can quickly become matted and unclean if they aren't brushed regularly. Is it as sheep? A lamb? It's a Bedlington terrier , and it's known for its gentle, charming personality and its cottony, hypoallergenic coat.
Bedlingtons are easy to care for on a day-to-day basis. The tradeoff, however, is that they do require occasional professional trimming and other grooming. Translated literally from French, bichon frise means "fluffy white dog. Not only does the bichon frise rarely shed, but it's a hypoallergenic breed, too. The fluffy, white dog has hair, not fur, so that means you will have to brush it regularly to prevent matting. The Airedale is the largest member of the terrier family, and they're defined as much by their powerful legs as they are by their cleverness.
They're easy to maintain and they're extremely light shedders, but regular stripping and brushing definitely comes with the turf. Friendly, healthy, and easy to train, the small Bolognese breed produces vibrant dogs that rarely shed and are easy to groom — as a bonus, they tend not to drool.
Part of the bichon family group, Bolognese get their name from the region of Italy to which they trace their centuries-old lineage. Both standard schnauzers and giant schnauzers are hypoallergenic dog breeds, although giants can grow to nearly pounds — around double the weight of their smaller cousins. Since their coats are made not of fur, but of continuously growing hair, be prepared to strip or trim them regularly. Topping out at about 40 pounds, the soft-coated Wheaten terrier has a stubborn streak common to terriers, but is generally a happy, loving — and largely non-shedding — animal.
Known for their leaping, jumping greetings, Soft-Coated Wheaten Terriers can be a handful when it comes to grooming. Expect to brush and comb twice a week and schedule baths and haircuts at least once a month.
Maybe try a shampoo made just for Wheatens. Keen and intelligent, border terriers have full coats that could lead you to assume they shed relentlessly. They don't. The reality, however, is that these traditional working sheep dogs love the outdoors, and their long coats are magnets for dirt and debris. Don't worry about shedding, but do brush them regularly to make sure stuff that should be outside stays outside.
Dogs from the Brussels griffon breed can come in a variety of colors and their coats can be either rough or smooth. No matter which variety you choose among this bearded breed from "As Good as it Gets" fame, you can count on it shedding only minimally and seasonally. Few breeds in history are more instantly recognizable than the Cairn terrier , which you know better as Toto from "The Wizard of Oz.
But beyond that, you should expect just minimal seasonal shedding. Statuesque and adorned with biker beards, Kerry blue terriers were bred to hunt, but they've evolved into popular show dogs and play-outside-all-day dogs. Related to poodles, Portuguese Water Dogs are athletic, fun-loving, eager to please, and great family members.
They have dense, wavy coats in many showy colors and combinations with white, and also get high marks for low dander and low shedding.
This versatile, medium-size golden terrier is a big mush puppet, which makes the wheaten a terrific family dog. Also a medium-sized dog , the lively Spanish is rare in the U. She has curls all over her face and body and looks adorable! Hailing from France, the barbet is creating a buzz in the U.
A beautiful hairless Mexican breed with a proud heritage comes in three sizes: toy, miniature, and standard. Xolos have elegant, refined demeanors but show their flash with various color combinations. Your veterinarian and a professional dog groomer can extend additional tips for your breed.
Tracey L. Kelley headshot. By Tracey L. Kelley August 24, Pin FB More. The average Afghan hound can reach speeds of up to 40 mph! The Bolognese does not shed, although dead hair must be brushed out regularly, and the coat requires daily grooming to keep these lovable lap dogs looking their best. Despite its small size, the Brussels Griffon is not a dog that requires pampering. Both smooth-coated and rough-coated varieties of the Brussels Griffon thrive with regular grooming and are minimal shedders.
Their small size means that a daily walk and indoor play is usually enough to satisfy their exercise needs, and this loyal little dog does best with families who are frequently home. One way to avoid shedding is to select a small hairless dog breed.
Chinese Crested come in two coat types: hairless and powderpuff. Hairless Chinese Crested have hair on their heads, tail, and feet, while the powderpuff is covered with a coat of fine hair that sheds very minimally. Hairless dog breeds require extra care and attention when it comes to their skin.
Without hair, they need protection from the sun and cold and are more prone to skin irritations. Coton de Tulear do require daily grooming to maintain their coats, but their lighthearted and gentle natures make the effort worthwhile. Their coat requires weekly brushing and regular baths to keep them clean and healthy. Maltese have charmed their human counterparts for three millennia. This ancient dog of Malta has not changed much over the past 28 centuries, perhaps in part because their long, white coats shed very little, making them an ideal lap dog.
Their coats do require regular brushing to prevent mats from forming, and an occasional bath removes any unwanted dirt and debris from their long, silky hair. This small dog breed from Tibet makes an excellent companion. The Miniature Schnauzer is a smart, trainable, and cheerful little dog that strongly resembles his Standard Schnauzer cousin. This Terrier sheds very little, and their adaptability makes them at home in the city or the country, as long as their people are close by.
To keep Miniature Schnauzers looking their best, incorporate weekly brushing and regular grooming into their schedule. Poodles are non-shedding and hypoallergenic. Miniature and Toy Poodles offer these qualities in petite, intelligent packages that differ only in size from Standard Poodles. All Poodles are highly intelligent, making them easy to train, and they are an active, proud breed.
Their hair does require regular grooming. The Scottish Terrier , or Scottie, is a Terrier breed known for its boldness, confidence, and big personality. The wiry, weather-resistant coat sheds very little, although they do need regular brushing, grooming, and the occasional hand-stripping to keep their coats healthy and to maintain the breed outline.
Scotties are clever and independent dogs with strong prey drives, which means owners must take care around smaller animals.
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