I am thinking on getting a dog but dont know what to get, i want a loving one,not too big and no molting hairs..what dogs do not shed shed loads of hair??


Cheers!:)

Do not get a Labrador. It sheds loads of the stuff. Maybe a Beagle although i hear they can be hard work?

what dogs do not shed shed loads of hair??



Poodles.

Failing that, something with a short, wiry coat rather than anything remotely resembling Lassie...

Poodles.

Failing that, something with a short, wiry coat rather than anything remotely resembling Lassie...

Yeah poodles!

Failing that a poodle cross-breed, maybe a Labradoodle.

Don't laugh, these were crossed for blind people who are allergic to dog hair.

They've become quite trendy and now breeders are crossing all sorts with poodles especially in America ( no surprise there ).

Poodles do have a good temprement and they don't have to be cut in that silly fashion.
They were working dogs at one time, quite intelligent second only to the boarder collie.

M.

There are so many to choose from. Be sure to do your homework though. Getting a dog is a really big committment, and shouldn't be undertaken lightly :)

Dad's got a Cocker spaniel. She's very loving and affectionate, and she hardly molts. I would say she comes under the medium sized dog bracket.

Regarding molting: don't make the classic mistake of thinking short-haired breeds don't molt, they do (as my Rottweiler proves) bless him...

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e319/aardvarkia/c3d70b09.jpg

My last dog, Jack (R.I.P) was a Weimaraner. They are a beautiful breed. He used to molt a little too, although I miss him lots, and would give almost anything to have him back :(

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e319/aardvarkia/b73404f0.jpg

As with all dogs, the love and respect they give you is unconditional, but if you train a dog properly, and I strongly recommend training classes.....you will have an amazing friend for life, whatever the breed.

Remember, bad dogs aren't born, they're created by owners who don't deserve them...

It might be worth checking out your local sanctuary too, they will have lots of dogs who are desperate for 'Forever' homes.

Good luck, whatever you decide to do :)

that weimaraner is cute, i love the floppy ears:D :)

that weimaraner is cute, i love the floppy ears:D :)

Thanks :)

He really was a dog in a million...

Found a picture for you, Would'nt mind one myself.

Labradoodle (http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v396/filljones2/labradoodle-0009.jpg)

Check out this link for other poodle mixes, did'nt realise there were so many.

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/poodlemix.htm#Poodle_Mixed_Breeds.

I am thinking on getting a dog but dont know what to get, i want a loving one,not too big and no molting hairs..what dogs do not shed shed loads of hair??


Cheers!:)


Westie ?
Cute n Cuddly

hiya - bichon frises are fabulous dogs - similar to a poodle in fur type, but shape of a spaniel (floppy ears), dont molt at all, beautiful natured, dont need oodles of exercise but do need loads of love!!

There are so many to choose from. Be sure to do your homework though. Getting a dog is a really big committment, and shouldn't be undertaken lightly :)

Dad's got a Cocker spaniel. She's very loving and affectionate, and she hardly molts. I would say she comes under the medium sized dog bracket.

Regarding molting: don't make the classic mistake of thinking short-haired breeds don't molt, they do (as my Rottweiler proves) bless him...

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e319/aardvarkia/c3d70b09.jpg

My last dog, Jack (R.I.P) was a Weimaraner. They are a beautiful breed. He used to molt a little too, although I miss him lots, and would give almost anything to have him back :(

http://i42.photobucket.com/albums/e319/aardvarkia/b73404f0.jpg

As with all dogs, the love and respect they give you is unconditional, but if you train a dog properly, and I strongly recommend training classes.....you will have an amazing friend for life, whatever the breed.

Remember, bad dogs aren't born, they're created by owners who don't deserve them...

It might be worth checking out your local sanctuary too, they will have lots of dogs who are desperate for 'Forever' homes.

Good luck, whatever you decide to do :)

Jack - How beautiful !!

Westie ?
Cute n Cuddly

Wouldn't really be appropriate in the hair shedding department though would it.

Yappy little things anyway with a chip on there shoulder due to the fact that they are vertically challenged.

Sorry to all you westy lovers.

M.

Wouldn't really be appropriate in the hair shedding department though would it.

Yappy little things anyway with a chip on there shoulder due to the fact that they are vertically challenged.

Sorry to all you westy lovers.

M.

Dont shed hair at all

Dont shed hair at all

That's a bold quote.

I'm not trying to be arsey or wind you up, I just know for fact that this breed sheds hair.

There also notorious for skin complaints like eczema, obviously I not saying yours has ever had such a condition.

I was just trying to help the poster with there criteria and not suggesting my own fave dog, or I would be forcing a Border collie on then and they stink.

Whatever:rolleyes: M.

We have a Shih Tzu and they dont shed at all but unless you want to do a lot of grooming you need to get them clipped every couple of months.

They are very much people dogs and need company so not the sort of dog that should be left for long periods every day.

One of those completely bald Japanese things would be quite good on the shedding hair front....

Of course, people would continually confuse them with an oven-ready turkey :rolleyes:

One of those completely bald Japanese things would be quite good on the shedding hair front....

Of course, people would continually confuse them with an oven-ready turkey :rolleyes:

The number of legs might be a clue though :P

That's a bold quote.

I'm not trying to be arsey or wind you up, I just know for fact that this breed sheds hair.

There also notorious for skin complaints like eczema, obviously I not saying yours has ever had such a condition.

I was just trying to help the poster with there criteria and not suggesting my own fave dog, or I would be forcing a Border collie on then and they stink.

Whatever:rolleyes: M.

True they do stink but that is one of my fave dogs too.

I have had many westies and work in rescue with them. They really dont shed much hair in general.
I in 5 have skin complaints.

You'll have to decide how much time exercising the dog you can spare. Certain breeds need a lot more exercise than others. Greyhounds for instance are happy with a short 20 minute walk on a lead. Others need a good run and a tennis ball thrown about a 100 times.

I love dogs and so I've been watching Crufts but it's the people on there who wind me up. They are so obsessed with their inbred or 'Curly-coated Welsh Water-Poodles' that it makes me wonder what they really get out of owning a dog. A dog is a companion and a cross-breed/mongrel, whatever you like to call them, is as good as any. In fact they often have better tempraments and don't tend to suffer from the serious ailments that "dog-loving" breeders have bred into them over the years in the name of "purity". I really don't like the snobbery associated with it.

I grew up with Jack Russells and recently a cross-breed so i admit there may be some bias but I would say I can value a dog more for its inherent value as a companion than for any arbitrary characteristics it may have.

I know everyone loves their own dog the most but there are loads of beautiful, good-natured dogs out there in rehoming shelters who i think get overlooked because they aren't pedigrees and I think people who wouldn't consider one of those shold reconsider their reasons for wanting a dog in the first place.

You'll have to decide how much time exercising the dog you can spare. Certain breeds need a lot more exercise than others. Greyhounds for instance are happy with a short 20 minute walk on a lead. Others need a good run and a tennis ball thrown about a 100 times.

This is a standard issue you should overcome before deciding what breed to get. Also, you should not forget that a dogs behaviour –although many may disagree- is dictated by its breed-group; e.g. a Springer will automatically from a young age akin to retrieving tennis balls or anything that fits comfortably in their mouth as for century they’ve been used as game dogs. The same way that a Rottweiler guards its territory and pack valiantly as this breed was initially bred to keep inmates in German prisons at bay. Like-wise you should also research the diseases certain breeds are open to, e.g. Spaniels are susceptible to the degeneration of the retina eventually causing blindness. But by all means don’t let this ward you off a dog u have in mind which is susceptible to say hip deficits because all research only points towards a correlation, it is not scientific fact that they will end up with a condition stated. Are you going to be having it around children? Is it going to be stuck in the house a lot (which I would seriously deter you from doing)? Are you going to be wanting one that requires little exercise etc? All these questions should be well thought out and the decision upon them should be thorough and succinct. Also it is worth noting that leaving a dog on its own can cause mental problems for the animal. For example border collies can develop OCD’s believe it or not if deprived for long periods of time as the level of mental stimulation required is supressed leading to frustration, in which this is released by acquiring and repeating certin behaviours. Their breed, the utility group, are by nature extremely energetic and require vast amounts of exercise.

Also, as mentioned before, training is an issue. Dogs with a naturally good temperament (how they react to different situations) like German Shepherds will keep this to a degree, but it needs to be maintained by training from a young age. All dogs need to be socialised to everything (lol, like the hoover or hairdryer) from very early on so they know the object is not "bad" and wont hurt them etc. The type of training, little or non is what separates the great dogs from the bad ones –you’ve seen ‘Its Me Or The Dog’ haven’t you? This is what happens when you don’t train a dog properly (or at all). Just like a child, they need to know what is right and what is wrong. Specifically, a dog should not be trained with a slap or physical force. This is completely the wrong way to go about it. What a dog hates most is being ignored; positive reinforcement is the norm for training –a treat for every good behaviour, not a slap for every bad but instead turning of your back and ignoring that undesired behaviour/act he/she just did! Slapping gets you nowhere accept the obvious signs that ur dog is abused: e.g. cowering or flinching just before you go to stroke it as this is usually the movement before they are slapped –this is what they expecting (classical conditioning).
Bad behaviour is shaped by you and it is often to the frustration of the owner that they don’t understand why their pet is misbehaving!...

All these factors should be considered, the training is a must and you should expect hard work for definite. However, it all pays off!

Lastly I should point out that a dog should not live up to ur expectations. This can lead to rejection from the owner as when they come across certain elements of their choice that are totally alien to their criteria, they decide to reject rather than accept!

Good luck! :thumbsup:

Yes they r a big responsiblity. I have a rescue dog and he needs alot of exercise at least twice a day. Gets me fit anyway :hihi:

This is a standard issue you should overcome before deciding what breed to get. Also, you should not forget that a dogs behaviour –although many may disagree- is dictated by its breed-group; .......


......All these factors should be considered, the training is a must and you should expect hard work for definite. However, it all pays off!

Lastly I should point out that a dog should not live up to ur expectations. This can lead to rejection from the owner as when they come across certain elements of their choice that are totally alien to their criteria, they decide to reject rather than accept!

Good luck! :thumbsup:

Excellent, excellent advice Hoobs. Couldn't have put it better myself :)

I have a welsh terrier
and boy he has personality

he looks like a teddy bear
does not moult
has bags of personality
is bright as a button

Welsh or Border Collie. :thumbsup:

Beautiful, bright and friendly dogs.

How could you resist this (http://psiskola.cz/border-collie/photos/P1020067.JPG)

or this (http://images.encarta.msn.com/xrefmedia/sharemed/targets/images/pho/t058/T058574A.jpg)

What size dog do you want? Do you have any other pets? children?

if i was to have a pet id have a weimaraner, like the 1 on here, ive been looking at it and its so cute:)

Welsh or Border Collie. :thumbsup:

Beautiful, bright and friendly dogs.

How could you resist this (http://psiskola.cz/border-collie/photos/P1020067.JPG)

or this (http://images.encarta.msn.com/xrefmedia/sharemed/targets/images/pho/t058/T058574A.jpg)

Thing is with border collies, they are so intelligent and need lots of stimulation and training to be happy. Another poster also mentioned that dogs hate isolation. Our lurcher (in his younger days) was a little terror - thieving, marking territory indoors (in fact I could write books on his exploits), but the thing that worked was the threat of 'the naughty cupboard'. He'd get shut in the downstairs loo for a period of time, which he hated. We now only have to say 'do you want to go in the naughty cupboard?' and he stops his
annoying barking.

Whippets and greyhounds are good natured dogs. They have short hair and do not require as much excersize as you would think. Most are content sleeping for most of the day! Check out the retired greyhounds at Owlerton stadium. They often advertise that good homes are required for these.

I grew up with mostly Flatcoated Retrievers, although we did have a German Shepherd (Or Alsatian as they were known in those days) when I was little, and we've also had a Briard.

Can't really remember much of Rebel, the German Shepherd but the Flatcoats were really sloppy, a very Child friendly breed, as was the Briard, daft as a brush iirc.

if i was to have a pet id have a weimaraner, like the 1 on here, ive been looking at it and its so cute:)

We lost our Weimaranar last April and have just got a Cocker Spaniel as the house seemed so empty. Weimaraners are the best dog I've ever known BUT they demand constant human attention and will follow you everywhere you go (literally). If you need to leave a Weimaraner on its own for any length of time beware that they are capable of destroying your home due to boredom.

If you are interested in a Weimaraner contact the rescue in Castleford: Lynn Leach, Yorkshire. Tel: 01977 709134 Email kidmal@hotmail.com

I personally would never buy a dog from a breeder but would always go to the RSPCA (where we found our Weimaraner) or a reputable rescue kennels.

Good luck.

The best dog is already taken she is 14 years old & a little arthritic but she belongs to me so heres a little advice.
The best temprement generally are mongrels. You would be able to judge how it will moult by looking at it. You can usually get a general idea of what type of breeds it has in it.
There are loads about & don't cost the earth to buy, many are free.
You could try the PDSA.

Standard Poodles dont shed hair, Basenjis are a great dogs, clean, no dog smell and dont have a bark.

American Bulldogs are imo the best

Sorry peeps but I am one of those people who believes if you have a dog you have a "proper" dog. I am not a fan of little dogs at all. I think you can't beat a German Shepherd, labrador or Akita for protection/ kids and other pets.

However I had a Mongrel for 14 years who was wonderful and the best dog in the world and he came from the RSPCA.

A dog is what you make it. :cool:

Dad's got a Cocker spaniel. She's very loving and affectionate, and she hardly molts. I would say she comes under the medium sized dog bracket.

Regarding molting: don't make the classic mistake of thinking short-haired breeds don't molt, they do (as my Rottweiler proves) bless him...


I also have a cocker spaniel and she has a lovely personality and all the patience in the world. BUT, bless her, she has every medical condition known to a spaniel so just be careful - my vet bills are HUGE!

But, I wouldn't trade her for the world....

The best family dog I ever owned was a British Bulldog ,he was one of the family, did tend to slober a little but very little molt and didn't need a lot of excercise

best dog in my opinion is a staffy.

best dog in my opinion is a staffy.

Why is that?

We have two Greyhounds, I recommend them to people as I think they are wonderful dogs. They hardley shed and are well known to be good for people who have allergies as they only have a short top coat.

They only require 2 x 20 minute walks on a lead and mine sleep most of the day aren't very demanding.

I would recommend looking at a dog breed book and finding out what type of dog will suit your lifestyle before choosing, this is how we decided on our Greyhounds.

A good site is http://www.dogpages.org.uk and if you do decide on a greyhound, I recommend http://www.greyhoundgap.com as a greyhound rescue. Greyhound Gap's dogs are fostered in homes first so they have a good knowledge of the dog before placing it in a home. Both mine are from them.

Good luck with whatever breed you select.

Whippets and greyhounds are good natured dogs. They have short hair and do not require as much excersize as you would think. Most are content sleeping for most of the day! Check out the retired greyhounds at Owlerton stadium. They often advertise that good homes are required for these.

I too am a big greyhound fan, although my female greyhound, Sarah, does moult a fair bit. See www.sheffieldretiredgreyhounds.co.uk.

Hoobs. your best bet is definately a CROSSBREED dog. Pedigree dogs are so interbred that they have lots of breed-specific diseases which isn't fair to the little blighters. crossbreeds are hardy and long-lived ad will save you on vets bills!

:)
Sol

Have to disagree with someone's comment about pedigree dogs and crufts.

Owners who spend hours making the dogs look the way they do, love it. They love the dogs and grooming is a great way to bond with your dog.

I have a pedigree dalmatian, that I bought from a responsible breeder, and no, I didn't go to a rescue.

Why should I re-address the reason for wanting a dog?? The reason I went for a pedigree puppy was:

The cats would accept a small puppy better than a large, adult dog.
I knew the breed temperament, there wasn't any unknown history (a rescue could've snapped and attacked the cat if something had happened previously that we didn't know about), I knew what size she would grow to, how much exercise she would need...

Basically, as a responsible owner, I wanted to know exactly what I was letting myself in for.

As far as breeds go, labradoodles are beautifully loving dogs, I met one at the dreaded crufts on Saturday and they're fantastic pooches and are one of the least allergenic dogs possible.

Don't get a dalmatian unless you want to follow the dog around with a hoover! They're the worst dogs I know for moulting! You only have to walk past somewhere the dog has been, not even where the dog is now and you're covered in white hairs! Plus, they think they're lap dogs so you can't avoid the hairs!

Good luck, whatever you decide.

if i was to have a pet id have a weimaraner, like the 1 on here, ive been looking at it and its so cute:)

Also - please don't choose your breed this way! :rolleyes:

Look at breed temperament, exercise requirements, likelihood of developping separation anxiety, health problems. etc.


It's true, pure breeds do have more problems than cross breeds, Takara had trouble with her skin as a puppy and we thought she was allergic to the carpet but it did clear up with the use of nappy rash cream and salt water!

However, with pure breeds you can be almost sure of their temperament and how the dog will turn out (see the parents to be sure of this).

I still think that a labradoodle (though classed as a purebreed now I think) is a good example of a cross breed but you can know how they will turn out and, in breeding the labradoodles, the breeders were cautious to irradicate lots of health problems!

Remember, labradoodles are bigger than labradors.

Surely a Greyhound - or the minature version (much more rare and a perfect lap dog). They don't need to be walked loads, but love to be able to run for short lengths of time, but they are extremely affectionate and you can get retired race dogs that need a good home with lots of love.

Lhaso Apso - you can have them long or short hair - but either way they dont shed their hair which is fab!

I have one and he is so lovely! They dont need lots and lots of exercise, they are utility dogs (can be trained into a hearing dog for the deaf) so learn very quickly and they are fairly small (not toy dog size - a bit bigger).

They can be fairly expensive - between £350 - £500 for a pedigree dog. We got ours from someone in Leeds, she breeds them & mum & dad were both in shows!
If you want more dertails pm.

Hi,

What about a border terrier? Bit on the expensive side but worth it!

Also the Labradoodle is going to be recognised by the kennel club very shortly, They are expensive now but sure to go up in price after that.

Try www.dogclub.co.uk

You can talk to breeders of all dogs and get the info from those in the know!!

Claire

I am thinking on getting a dog but dont know what to get, i want a loving one,not too big and no molting hairs..what dogs do not shed shed loads of hair??


Cheers!:)


Try the following website www.petplanet.co.uk it will ask you what you want out of a dog i.e. how much time you want to exercise it etc and it will recommend what dogs are best suited to your lifestyle.

staffordshire bull terriers are the best dogs they are so loving and fantastic with kids.they have been given a bad name but really its how theyve been brought up.anyone else out there love staffs.

I am thinking on getting a dog but dont know what to get, i want a loving one,not too big and no molting hairs..what dogs do not shed shed loads of hair??


Cheers!:)

My mum had a Lakeland terrier and it hardly seems to shed. She clips her from time to time, but she is not high maintenance. She has a lovely temperament for a terrier too.

my staffie hardly sheds.hes a old codger now though and daft as a brush,hes got his own big armchair to sleep on,and loves curry on his dog biscuits and hes good company.

Its got to be a Staffie, they are so lovable and loyal yet brilliant guard dogs at the same time. Cant beat them!

i quite like pitbulls too my husband had a pitbull cross. she was crossed with a rottweiller,he had her from a pup,sadly she died last year age 12.she was a exellent guard dog,and daft as a brush,and loved kids, just shows that two of the worlds most dangerous dogs combined can produce a dog of a lovely nature.

brithish bull dogs are the best but they molt hairs so.....

staffordshire bull terriers are the best dogs they are so loving and fantastic with kids.they have been given a bad name but really its how theyve been brought up.anyone else out there love staffs.


Hi, totally agree with you, staffies are the most loving, soppy dogs going. We've had two - Bess and our current staff Maggie. We find them loyal, loving, responsive, great with kids (good nurses when any member of the family is ill) and, best of all, hardly shed any hairs. Minimal exercise required. Just one drawback with staffies - they think EVERYBODY comes to your house just to see them!:thumbsup:

What dog is best?

ALL OF THEM!!
its some owners that are difficult....:D

that weimaraner is cute, i love the floppy ears:D :)

Weimaraner has a lovely short coat

http://images.google.co.uk/images?q=weimaraner%20weimaraner%20&ie=utf-8&oe=utf-8&sa=N&tab=wi

Grinder

Hi, totally agree with you, staffies are the most loving, soppy dogs going. We've had two - Bess and our current staff Maggie. We find them loyal, loving, responsive, great with kids (good nurses when any member of the family is ill) and, best of all, hardly shed any hairs. Minimal exercise required. Just one drawback with staffies - they think EVERYBODY comes to your house just to see them!:thumbsup:
I have to agree with everything you've said... although in Gadgets case I think he might be right about all visitors just wanting to see him!

Just spotted that this thread was actually started in March... what dog did you decide on Hoobs?!

Going back to the original question....

If you think you're looking for a dog who doesn't shed, you may need to think your way around this topic a little further ;)

Basically, dogs fall into 3 categories with regards to shedding - shedding (any coat of a fixed length, long or short), non-shedding (but you'd better be prepared for grooming parlour bills, as they need cutting as humans do), and hairless :D

There are pros and cons to each. Our Beagle can moult for England, but his compact size makes 'stripping' a quick and easy job. This ensures the hairs are removed and not available for adorning the soft furnishings, but during moulting season (twice a year) he needs stripping about every 3 days.

If you have a non-moulting breed (and westies do fit into this category), you'll either need to be a whizz with the clippers yourself, or foot the bill for a good cut at least twice a year. If you only have them cut twice a year though, you'll have alot of combing to do - something a short haired moulter does not require ;)

Your best option is hairless :D but then you miss out on the whole 'warm and fuzzy' thing that most people enjoy most about their dog ;)

Read 'Encyclopaedia of dog breeds' published by Paragon for a better idea of breed characteristics, coat care, feeding etc, then read a couple of books/websites on your shortlisted breeds :thumbsup:

... and I can guarantee you don't want a Beagle btw ;)

It looks like Hoobs was going for a Staffie back in March but then stopped using this Forum...
http://www.sheffieldforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=99179

I am thinking on getting a dog but dont know what to get, i want a loving one,not too big and no molting hairs..what dogs do not shed shed loads of hair??


Cheers!:)

Bedlington, Wiredhaired fox terrier, Poodle, They do need clipping every so often or they will look like a ball of wool.

Well I have a long haired German Shepherd (Kacey) who moults all the time (She needs walking twice a day and barks her head off when the house is empty), a Staffie who is very energetic and can open child safety gates (he's weird) and doesn't really moult, this black thing (looks like a little bit like a Portugese Water Dog who does shed every so often) a Whippet (who needs excercising constantly, because she's so energetic she'd rip the house up even though she'd the smallest f our dogs), a Cocker Spaniel who sheds like nothing on this earth, and a Staffie x Jack Russel who sheds little hairs like a hedgehog which make you itch when you get them on you.

I know this is off topic, but right now the rabbit is moulting and he moults more than any of the others do. :hihi:

minimal shedding?? defo do NOT get a siberian husky. blow there entire coat twice a year, literally comes out in chunks and requires hours of grooming/plucking when it does, plus at least a couple of passes with the dyson a day. not for the dog hair hater i'd say. more for those who dont mind hair as an added extra to their food/clothes/furniture etc.

believe poodles and airdales dont moult for starters

i have a chinese crested hairless, but dont be fooled even though they only have hair on feet tail and head it comes out, so maybe she should be renamed as a chinese crested partly hairless.

That's a bold quote.

I'm not trying to be arsey or wind you up, I just know for fact that this breed sheds hair.

There also notorious for skin complaints like eczema, obviously I not saying yours has ever had such a condition.

I was just trying to help the poster with there criteria and not suggesting my own fave dog, or I would be forcing a Border collie on then and they stink.

Whatever:rolleyes: M.

My parents have 2 westies and they definately dont shed hair, unlike my staffies who shed loads.

My parents have 2 westies and they definately dont shed hair, unlike my staffies who shed loads.

And I have 3 - no hair loss at all

Hi.
Yeah i also think that poodles will suityou best.
Its nice and cute.

I have a labrador that i thought wouldnt shed and oh my god does his hair get everywhere!! never knew he had so much hair on him.

But my mum has a minature poodle and ive never seen any of his hair around

Hi yorkshire terrier dont shed at all

Why did this thread get revived? Its 2006.

My Yorkie doesnt shed, but you do have to groom and detangle.