The Benefits Of Non Shedding Poodle Mixes For Individuals With Allergies

By Donald Harris


Deciding what kind of dog to purchase means taking several factors into consideration. These include things such as which size category would be best, certain character traits and behavioral tendencies of each breed, and health concerns of the people in the home. For individuals who suffer from allergies to pet dander, non shedding Poodle mixes could be one of the best options available.

Poodles are ranked by the American Kennel Club as the eighth most popular breed. They are one of the most distinguished and oldest in existence, and their various behavioral traits and favorable characteristics have always made them desirable. Mixing them with other breeds results in specifically designed dogs that can possess the qualities pet owners most desire from each of the breeds.

There are three specific size categories for Poodles - Toy, Miniature, and Standard. They all share the same general breed characteristics though the variety in height and weight permits them to be mixed with a wider range of other dogs in order to create specifically designed offspring. A primary reason they are so highly sought after is the fact that their fur does not shed, making them especially suited for people with pet dander allergies.

The individual who suffers from pet allergies is actually allergic to the dead skin - referred to as dander - that is produced when fur falls out, and not the animal. Poodles have a hair-like fur that does not shed, therefore they can not produce the allergen that triggers a person's symptoms. This makes it possible to breed them with other dogs and to pass this much desired trait on to the offspring.

Crossbreeding is one way that breeders can take two separate breeds and create puppies possessing the most desired traits of each. In the case of Poodles, these include the allergen free curly fur with the low shed factor, poise, and heightened intelligence. Most of the offspring typically inherit their all weather tolerance, agility, and deep family bonding as well.

There are several very popular mixed breeds of this type. A blend with the Cocker Spaniel produces a Cockapoo; with a Maltese, a Malipoo; with the Labrador, a Labradoodle; the Golden Retriever results in a Goldendoodle; a schnauzer begets a Schnoodle; a Pekingese, a Pekipoo; and the Yorkshire Terrier makes a Yorkipoo. There are at least 20 different varieties available.

When choosing to purchase a mixed breed dog, it is best to know as much about each parent breed as possible. Although the prominent traits are generally passed down, there are times when they may not be completely consistent and it would be an advantage to understand what influences are in play. It is also helpful to know the various health risks involved with each of the contributing species so that an owner is prepared to take necessary medical precautions.

Any household that has to deal with allergies could greatly benefit from the companionship of these hypoallergenic mixed dogs. They are usually very good with both adults and children, as well as other household pets, but one needs to make sure that the human always takes the Alpha position as Poodles are natural leaders. One should always do research on their breeding facility to make sure animals are being tended to properly, humanely, and have sanitary conditions.




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