Dog shed can be allergic, especially for those who have highly sensitive immune systems. But even if you are not sensitive to dog shed, it can still become frustrating after seeing those hairs all over your bed, sofa, and rugs.
Unfortunately, there is no dog breed that doesn’t shed. Every dog breed sheds some of their fur, but we are here to find out which ones shed the most.
It is good to know before you actually get a new breed into your home—you can avoid the most shedding ones.
This list can surely help you!
1: Siberian Huskies
Siberian Huskies are one of the most beautiful dog breeds, as their eyes are so mesmerizing that they instantly catch your attention. They have a beautiful body with a great coat.
They are mid-sized dog breeds, loud, and love talking with their owners. Howling is another problem you might notice in them.
Now, let’s talk about the biggest problem you will face after making them your buddy. Even though their coat looks fabulous and eye-catching, they shed a lot—like a lot.
You will find their fur on every sofa, bedsheet, and rug, or wherever they go. They shed in all seasons.
So, be ready to tackle this problem if you really want this breed. Now, is it worth sacrificing?
Well, I believe so. Huskies are true companion dogs—they can literally erase your tension with their love. They are one of the dogs that actually communicate.
They have some similarity with the Alaskan wolf, and that is what makes them so unique-looking. They can also be found with different eye colors.
Huskies with blue eyes are pretty sought-after and very expensive.
Overall, a great dog breed for first-time owners, but you might have to keep your dog shedding tools with you every day.
2: Golden Retriever
One of the cutest dog breeds and one of the most famous too, Golden Retrievers shed a lot—and they shed every single day.
You need to comb their fur every day so that they don’t leave big patches of fur after two or three days.
Though Golden Retriever fur looks amazing and compliments their overall beauty, their shedding coat can make you stressed sometimes.
America’s “golden child,” the Golden Retriever, is featured in almost every dog shedding list. So, make sure to only go for them if you are one hundred and ten percent sure you can handle their shedding.
Overall, I suggest this dog breed for almost everyone due to their friendliness and ease with first-time owners. Yes, you will face some difficulties, such as shedding and them being very energetic sometimes, but overall, they are a dog breed that doesn’t harm anyone, loves playing, and is very attached to their owners.
A great choice for first-time owners.
3: German Shepherd
German Shepherds are highly intelligent dog breeds that are easy to train and have a really good temperament if they have received socialization from an early age.
However, due to their thick double coat, they shed almost every season. Just like Golden Retrievers, they too have a long furry coat, and it gets messed up if not combed every day.
Brushing their coat actually reduces the amount they shed and makes their coat healthier. I recommend German Shepherds to those who are looking for a dog breed that can protect their family but at the same time is very polite—a true “good boy” with their owners.
I love German Shepherds as it was the first breed I ever had. I recommend them to almost everyone.
4: Saint Bernard
Saint Bernards are true teddy bears of dogs. They are huge dogs that love eating food a lot. They are one of the friendliest giant dog breeds, highly polite and gentle. However, they do sleep a lot and don’t need much exercise—just a normal walk is enough.
Apart from shedding, Saint Bernards unfortunately drool a lot as well. So, it’s a combination of problems. But if you are ready to tackle these small problems (which can be big ones for some of you), they are one of the best giant dog breeds.
5: Labrador Retriever
Unlike Golden Retrievers, Labradors have a single short-haired coat, and they do not shed as much as Goldens. But when the seasons change, they shed a lot.
Just like their cousins, Golden Retrievers, they too are extremely friendly, polite with kids and other dogs. An overall fantastic dog breed to have as your first pet. In fact, in my list of friendliest dog breeds, I have ranked them number one.
They hardly get aggressive with people and always want to play, as they are very energetic. However, they are susceptible to weight gain, so make sure to give them enough exercise—even a good 40 to 50 minutes’ walk is enough.
Conclusion
Every dog sheds some amount. However, some dogs shed at a very frustrating rate and can be hard to manage. If you are allergic to dog shed, you might want to avoid breeds such as Siberian Huskies, German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers, and Saint Bernards, as these dogs have thick double coats and usually shed in all seasons.
However, if you can manage the shedding, they are some of the best dog breeds out there—true family-friendly dogs.
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