Dogs that do not shed: the best breeds and the nuances of caring for them

Getting rid of dog hair during shedding is not easy. She pursues the owners everywhere and everywhere, remains on clothes and furniture. In this article, you will learn about whether there are non-shedding dog breeds suitable for an apartment, what are their features, and what are the nuances of caring for these pets.

If you are sure that there are dogs in the world that are incapable of shedding, then you are deeply mistaken. Absolutely all dogs periodically get rid of unnecessary hair. But the scale of this phenomenon is different for different breeds. There are pets in which hair falls out in very small quantities completely imperceptibly and does not have an unpleasant odor. This is happiness for the owners.

Dogs that are considered non-shedding are divided into several groups:

• wire-haired animals have a soft and delicate undercoat, coarse and hard guard hair, which practically does not fall off;
• curly-haired friends of a person also do not dot everything around them with their hair, but their attractive fur coat needs careful care: pets get dirty, collect garbage during a walk;
• hairless and nearly hairless - exotic animals, they do not part with wool, since it is absent, they can have a smell characteristic of bare animals, which does not look like a dog's smell.

People choosing a decorative companion dog for keeping in a city apartment should pay attention to a few small non-shedding species.

• Yorkshire Terrier. This is a brave and fearless friend.Cheerful, playful, he gets along well with children and is suitable for keeping in a large family. The dog lacks an undercoat, which can be a nuisance when shedding.

• Scottish Terrier. This is an executive class dog - a favorite of actors and presidents. In Russia, she became popular thanks to the People's Artist of the Soviet Union Mikhail Rumyantsev, a clown named Pencil. The famous comedian did not find a better stage partner for himself than the faithful and kind Scottish Terrier Klyaksa.

• West highland white terrier... These dogs are very energetic and do not know rest. The adorable snow-white coat is tough and the undercoat is dense and dense. They are excellent hunters, but city dwellers gladly breed them in apartments as indoor pets.

• Chinese crested dog... This is a funny creature completely devoid of body hair. Long feathers are found only on the face, ears and legs. There are individuals covered with a rare thin fluff.

• Shih Tzu. The birthplace of the pet, incredibly similar to a lion cub, is China. The dog accompanied the emperor of China everywhere, it will accompany you wherever you go. A kind cute creature does not shed, does not smell and does not cause allergies.

• Brussels griffon... The heart of this dog will forever be devoted to only one owner, and the animal will treat the rest of the household with caution. Excessive attention spoils his character: the Griffon becomes wayward and spoiled. Reasonable strictness in upbringing will not hurt.

• Bichon Frize. This funny creature is a lapdog from France, a faithful companion and a favorite of the royals. The Karakul Bichon will be friends with children. He is always ready for the hustle and bustle and unrestrained fun. He needs space, so the ideal place for him to live is a large apartment.

• Poodles: toy and miniature. They are smart and kind dogs with high intelligence, wonderful and loyal friends. There will be no smell or wool in the house. An active animal requires long walks, attention and careful grooming.

• Maltese... This charming, sweet and gentle aristocrat can be kind and obedient or spoiled whims, depending on how you bring up. This lap dog is suitable for elderly people with a measured lifestyle.

• Affenpinscher... The main qualities of the breed: high intelligence and fearlessness. Despite the miniature size, the character of the dog is not "pocket". The animal's hair does not remain on household items and does not cause allergies, but the pet requires care.

• Lhasa Apso... This small dog is very proud and courageous in nature. She will protect you, guard the house and give affection. The pet's coat is long, hard, with a soft undercoat.

This group also includes a large number of breeds.

• Basenji. A dog that does not know how to bark conquered the world with its quick wit and friendliness. Pets get along well with children and other animals. Suitable for people with an active lifestyle.

• Medium poodle. Dogs differ from other representatives of this breed only in size. These are not only great circus performers, but also loyal friends and guards. They behave intelligently and don't bark for no reason. Lush wool will not peel off the carpet in your home and hang in tufts on clothes, but caring for it is very troublesome.

• Mexican hairless dog. Has hair only on the head in the form of a funny crest. The animal is great for allergy sufferers. The nature of the pets is docile and sociable, they are very playful, but obedient.

• American hairless terrier... The animal requires a careful attitude and constant care, and in return it will delight with devotion and love. He loves children very much, plays with pleasure and communicates with them.

• Miniature schnauzer... A brave friend, smart, funny and very active. The dog has a hard coat with a dense undercoat. Constant trimming and trimming are a must.

• Norfolk Terrier. Representatives of this breed are very kind, quick-witted, obedient and unpretentious in their care. This dog is a godsend for the lazy. It does not require daily brushing.

• Wheat terrier. Dogs of this breed can live both in a city apartment and in a country house. The dog is friendly and obedient. Skillful upbringing will help to defeat her natural stubbornness. Kindness and affection is the guarantee that the Wheaten Terrier will become your friend.

• Welsh terrier... A friendly dog ​​will keep you and other animals company. The dog is active, restless, cocky, self-confident and sometimes disobedient, but at the same time not aggressive. She just loves to show her character.

• Tibetan terrier... This is a wonderful friend and guardian for your family. If you are often absent for a long time, then you should not start this breed in a city apartment: the animal will begin to yearn, and will bother its neighbors with its barking and howling.

It is worth highlighting the largest dogs that do not shed.

• Giant Schnauzer. This giant handsome man is an excellent hunter, a loyal friend and a wonderful watchman. A large dog needs a lot of mental and physical exertion. You definitely need a course of study and training. The Giant Schnauzer does not shed or smell like a dog. Coarse wool requires constant care, otherwise it dumps into mats.

• Airedale. An unpretentious and kind dog takes up a lot of space in the house, but does not require a lot of care. The coat of the dog is hard, guarding, reminiscent of a wire. The animal is suitable for a large active family with children.

• Black russian terrier... This huge good-natured person will become everyone's favorite. And his love is enough for everyone, young and old. This is an excellent guardian, protector and friend. Proper and timely care is necessary for the thick coat of a pet.

• Kerry blue terrier... This dog will brighten up your leisure time. He wants to always be close to loved ones, but he never gets underfoot. This is a good friend and companion. The dog has a strong constitution and excellent health.

• Portuguese water dog... Bred specifically to help fishermen, she swims beautifully. Dense curly wool is water-repellent.

• Whippet. This is a family English dog who lives well in an apartment. He is friendly with children and other animals, obedient and non-aggressive. The dog does not need special care, constant cleaning of the coat is not needed. The animal has a very short pile, which falls out in small quantities and is extremely rare.

• Greyhound hound. The most popular in tsarist Russia, thin-legged and tall aristocrats with long hair or smooth-haired ones, will not decorate your home with their hair. Dogs also do not have an unpleasant smell.

• Commander. This dog has a very unusual appearance. The animal has a lot of wool, and it resembles coarsely chopped homemade noodles, which covers the animal's body with a continuous cloak to the very ground. The commander's felt suit is not combed, but, if necessary, is untangled by hand.

So that the dog does not get dirty, and the bundles of wool do not fall into tangles, the pet needs clothes. The dog is intelligent, highly organized, non-aggressive, gets along with other animals.

Just because your dog does not shed, gives off an unpleasant odor, or causes allergies, this does not mean that it does not need grooming. Rather, on the contrary, these animals need proper timely care, which consists in the following:

• pets that do not shed their hair on their own need to be combed out regularly;
• Dogs with medium coarse outer coat must be trimmed in the salon or do it yourself;
• long-haired dogs need to be combed out and bathed in a timely manner so that the animal does not form tangles;
• regular grooming in the salon and grooming are mandatory procedures for dogs such as poodles, lapdogs, Yorkshires;
• it is necessary to regularly cleanse the skin of animals from dead particles and prevent the appearance of dandruff in order to avoid irritation and dermatitis, especially in short-haired and hairless dogs; for this, special gloves and sanitary napkins for animals are purchased;
• it is necessary to regularly clean the ears and wash the eyes, keep the animal's oral cavity in order;
• get all the necessary vaccinations and give vitamins.

Dogs that do not have hair require special care. They are afraid of cold and drafts, and the sultry sun can burn delicate skin. Dogs of these breeds definitely need clothing that protects the body.

It is necessary to bathe such animals more often than others in order to wash off the dust and secretions that may occur on the skin. Long-haired pets also need a wardrobe to protect them from bad weather, dirt and insects that can cause serious illness.

When choosing a dog breed, you need to consider several points.

For what purposes do you buy a pet:

• this is a future little companion that you can safely hold in your arms and carry it with you everywhere - such a dog should have a minimum weight, be sociable and peaceful towards others;
• want to have a family friend and a pet of children - the dog should be cheerful, active, non-aggressive and well-mannered, patient with childish antics;
• choose a guard and a watchman - a large dog, strong and hardy, will do;
• you need a friend for an active pastime - the animal must be active, capable and hardy, well amenable to training.

Analyze how much time you and your loved ones are willing to devote to your pet:

• many decorative dogs just need your presence nearby, at home, on the couch, and most dogs of medium and large breeds need some physical activity and long walks in the fresh air;
• if you are not lazy, you will be able to take care of any breed; for those who do not want to strain, often comb and cut the animal, it is better to choose a non-shedding dog that requires a minimum of time to leave.

Consider how comfortable living with your dog will be: do you have other pets in the house, a park or dog playground near your home, can you spend money on expensive grooming, clothing or training.

The nutrition of non-shedding dogs does not fundamentally differ from the feeding of dogs of other breeds. The menu of animals should contain all vital vitamins, macro- and microelements, then the dog will be healthy and will not cause any problems to its owners.

For nutrition, can be used as ready-made feed premium, super-premium and holistic class, and food carefully prepared by the owners from natural products. When using ready-made feed, it will be enough to take into account the required portion size and the manufacturer's recommendations on the packaging.

To keep the animal in good shape, it is enough to adhere to the following simple rules:

• adult dogs are fed 2 times a day;
• puppies are fed more often: up to 3 months - up to 6 times a day, from 3 months - 4 times a day, and after 6 months gradually reduce the food to 2 times by 10 months;
• pets should always have fresh water;
• it is forbidden to give bones, sweet, salty and spicy;
• with natural nutrition, the diet requires lean meat, sea fish, dairy products, vegetables, fruits and cereals.

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