Small Dogs With Hypoallergenic Fur

Are you a dog lover?  Do you live in an apartment or small home?  Do you have allergies?  A small dog with hypoallergenic fur might be the answer for you.  “Hypo” is a Greek suffix meaning less or below.  A hypoallergenic dog might still put out allergens, but at a much lower level.  A few dogs that take up less space, making them better for apartment living, are the Silky Terrier, the Havanese, and the Coton de Tulear.  These dogs are all considered of the “Toy” size by the America Kennel Club.

The Silky Terrier was developed through a cross of a Yorkshire Terrier and an Australian Terrier in the late 19th century. Even with these early dates, it was not fully recognized as a breed of its own until 1955 as the Australian Silky Terrier.  These dogs have terrier qualities such as enjoying activity and a very sharp alertness.  Their hair is long, but the Silky Terriers do not shed.  This long hair also is partially where their name is derived from.  It has very soft and smooth qualities.  The dog does require more than average care for this silky coat to stay in good condition.  The terriers can get along with other dogs and children, but will get aggressive when provoked or teased.  Proper education should be given to as well as the people around the animal as well as the dogs themselves in how to act around one another.