lenette

We have a Bichon/Poodle mix. I also dogsit a full Bichon. They are considered to be low allergens. But, when my son visits, he says they still affect him a bit. Then we got this adorable, crazy little black dog whose fur invades every single crook of our home! Couldn't resist her, tho, and love her to bits. (They said her mom was a cocker spaniel, but we don't see that at all. She looks like a dashund/border collie mix that I've seen before.) I'm glad it's not me who is allergic, although in the past I have reacted to a few dogs.

Central Ohio Quilter

Bichon Frises are supposed to be non-allergenic. I had one a few years back, and while he didn't cause a severe allergic reaction for me, I still had some problems and we had to get rid of him.

Weenween

Dogs considered with hair not fur like Poodles,Schnauzers,Yorkies,Maltese,do not shed like fur dogs so they are better for people like that I have Asthma for 2 years and have a poodle,yorkie in our home and I am doing fine with them.

dd

I have to agree with cathyvv. I work for an allergist and she tells all her patients there is no such thing as a allergy free dog. While the dog may not bother you it can still bother someone else. There is also the saliva issue. Every dog has saliva and that can also be an allergan. One of our patients breeds Bison Friche (sp?) and wanted us to advertise for her. Dr. said absolutely not. My brother always tested positive to dogs, cats and birds. None of them ever bothered him. You can only do a "sniff" test.lol See if you can get a trial from a friend and see if you can tollerate the dog. That's really the only way to know for sure what works for you. Good luck, I hope you find a dog you can live with. I can't imagine being without pets.

Linn

Our dog is half mini poodle and half shiz tsu and she dont shed at all. I've noticed lots of people getting shiz tsu's. They are the sweetest breed I have ever had , they dont bite no matter what, good with other animals and are great for a watch dog. they let you know when someone is heading for your door well in advance. I have also heard on the news of several instances where they saved entire families from house fires by barking until everyone woke up.

be a quilter

This is my little Gizzy Shih Tzu. They are adorable and very playful!

jeaninmaine

I have a yorkie-poo and she doesn't shed.

Mollie'sMom

I recommend the West Highland White Terrier. I love my Mollie and Tinkerbell and Sam. Mollie is my avatar.

flybreit

We have 3 Bichons Frise` and I don't think I'll ever have any other breed! Besides being non-shedding and non allergic, they are the sweetest, friendliest dogs I have ever been around (and I've had many dogs, many breeds). They do have to be groomed but in between they are very low maintenance. They are great companions and are very playful - big enough that kids and grand kids won't break them, small enough to pick up or carry if needed.

Also, there is a wonderful Bichon rescue organization - Small Paws Rescue - where you might find the perfect new family member + help give the pup a second chance. I learned about Small Paws after we got our second one, and our third is one of their rescues (didn't set out to look for another dog - just fell in love with him!).

Plus, plus, plus - every Bichon adopted from Small Paws gets it's very own hand made blanket or quilt sent to it's new home by a group of volunteers!! Check them out - you might like what you see :-)

dcamarote

Yes, we have a miniature schnauzer. She has no dander - at least that is what our vet and groomer tell us. She does not shed; thank God and she is a wonderful little dog. They also come in standard and I believe giant size. She weighs in at 20lbs. She is a great little dog. Be aware of one thing, they are clingy. If we go out together and she is alone, even for 10 minutes, it is like we have been away forever. Great temperment; good with our grands and just content to lay on your lap or sit beside you. She is a wonderul little companion.