The Schoodle, which is considered by some to be hypoallergenic, is the result of breeding Giant Schnauzers and Standard Poodles. Depending on how they are bred, the Schoodle may or may not be hypoallergenic. This is because if two dogs that are different breeds are not of similar age or height, their offspring may not be hypoallergenic. This is because the dog may take longer to mature; their hair may be a mix of different textures and lengths, or because their skin may shed more often than other breeds.

Even though the Schoodle is not considered a hypoallergenic dog by all, you can judge for yourself by visiting a breeder to see if the dogs cause you to have an allergic reaction. Visiting a breeder is a great way to see which dogs are the right ones for you. While some hypoallergenic dogs will not cause an allergic reaction in some people, it might in others. The best way to tell if you will be able to have a dog in your home is to be around the dog before you take it home.



The Schoodle can vary in size and color. The dogs are considered friendly and intelligent. If you decide to visit a breeder, you should ask about the dogs that are bred together to see if they are using the right mix. While the Schoodle is considered to be a mongrel dog in some circles, in others it is considered a successful hybrid. Depending on which breeders you talk to, they may tell you that the Schoodle is safe from health risks that purebred dogs suffer from because of hybrid vigor. While this condition has not been proven, many breeders claim that hybrid dogs will not suffer from the health ailments that their parents will suffer from.

Since a Schoodle can be an expensive dog to purchase, visiting a breeder is recommended. If you do not like the way the dogs are treated or if you feel the kennels are not safe or clean, then you should not buy a dog. Many dogs produced in ‘puppy mills’ are sickly are will not survive long. The demand for the Schoodle has risen in the past few years, so more ‘puppy mills’ have opened. Make sure the breeder you buy the dog from is licensed.

As your Schoodle gets older, it may suffer some health problems. Many hypoallergenic dogs suffer from muscle ailments, allergies, tumors, and other problems. There is no way to know what a dog may develop over time. It is important to treat the dog with respect at all times and also to learn as much as you can about the breed so that you can have the possible relationship possible. The Schoodle enjoys exercise, playing, and socializing. While it may be difficult to train at first, the dog will usually develop a routine. The Schoodle does not like to be left alone for long periods of time, but with a little training, you will be able to leave the dog alone during the day when you are at work.

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List of Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds

With approximately 10% of Americans suffering from allergies, and, at least, one dog living in almost 50% of US homes. If you do the math, you’ll see that there’s a lot of demand for dogs who are less likely to produce an allergic reaction in the humans it shares its life with!

What exactly are ‘hypoallergenic dogs’?

Well, first of all, they’re NOT allergy free dogs! There is no such thing. But they are dogs from breeds that have been proven to produce a less severe allergic response in humans. In some cases, and in some people, they may not cause any allergic reaction at all. Whether or not someone has an allergic reaction to a particular dog breed is often very specific to that individual, and even to a particular dog within a breed.

Allergy to dog hair or dog dander?

Contrary to popular belief, it does not necessarily dog hair that causes you to sneeze and your eyes to water. In fact, dog dander (tiny flakes of dead skin) and dog saliva, are much more likely to cause your symptoms. Of course, dog hair does play a role, as the more hair a dog sheds, the more dander he sheds too. You may not see the dander, but you will see the hair.

Hypoallergenic Breeds

There is a pretty good-sized list of dog breeds considered to be hypoallergenic. These classes are more likely to produce limited or reduced allergic reactions in people with dog allergies.

But it’s important to remember that each dog breed, (and each dog within that breed), and human allergy sufferer, is a unique combination. Just because you allergic cousin has no problems with her little Maltese, it doesn’t necessarily mean that a Maltese is right for you.

Before deciding on a puppy or dog from a particular breed, it’s advisable to try a ‘trial run’ if at all possible. Visit the breeder that you’re buying from and spend some time with the dogs before you commit. If you can’t go to the farmer, at the very least try and find some exposure to the breed you’re interested in (maybe through friends or relatives), so that you can gauge your response. If you’re getting a dog from an animal shelter or rescue, ask if you can take him home for a few days to see how you react. Many shelters allow this.

Some of the more popular hypoallergenic dog breeds include :Airedale Terrier

• Basenji
• Bedlington Terrier
• Bouvier des Flandres
• Cairn Terrier
• Chihuahua
• Chinese Crested (Powder Puff and Hairless varieties)
• Cockapoo
• Coton De Tulear
• Italian Greyhound
• Labradoodle
• Maltese
• Malti-Poo
• Old English Sheepdog
• Poodle (and most Poodle mixes such as Labradoodle, Malti-Poo, etc.)
• Schnauzer (all sizes)
• Yorkshire Terrier

Breeds Better Avoided!

Although, this is not written in stone, some dog breeds have been shown more likely to produce an allergic reaction in sensitive individuals.


Heavy shedders such as Labrador Retrievers and Golden Retrievers are among these ‘trigger breeds’, some of the others include:

• Afghan Hound
• Basset Hound
• Dachshund
• Doberman Pinscher
• German Shepherd
• Springer Spaniel

It would be a perfect world if every dog-lover could have the dog of his/her dreams! Although this may not be practical, or possible for all allergy sufferers, if you use common sense and are willing to investigate, explore and compromise, there is often an answer to your dilemma among the hypoallergenic dogs of this world.

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