Are Beagles a bad breed for persons with dog allergies?

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Yes! So is any hybrid with a hound like Puggles. I would stay away from dogs altogether if you have allergies. There's no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog and allergies can develop over time. Having to get rid of a well-loved pet because you, your spouse or child is miserable is horrid. So is an emergency room at 3am because someone can't breathe.

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The best dog to get if you have allergies, would be some hairless dog, or a dog that does not shed, like a poodle. Not long haired dogs either, because they shed so often. Beagles sometimes have long or short hair, so I suggest if you want a Beagle, just get a short haired one. :)

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Beagles malt a lot, and all year round too.

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NO!!! I was wondering the same thing. As it turns out, I asked this same question a while ago, and a professional answered saying that the neorotransitory nasalbypasers were unaffected by beagles hairs!! Who would have guessed!

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yes these are hunting dogs and should be kelp out doors.

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beagles are not a bad breed for a person with allergies... and you might want to check out what other dogs are hypoallergenic.. such as a cairn terrier :) thats what i have and i adore him, he doesn't shed and its wonderful... the only catch is you would have to have him "stripped" once every 6 months or so. there are also other "hypoallergenic" dogs out there. good luck :)

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Most any dog is going to affect someone with allergies. The trigger isn't the fur or hair from the dog, it's the oils from the skin that cause the reaction. How severely you react should be the deciding factor on what type of dog you get, also whether or not you want to deal with the symptoms. There are shots available from the doctor to combat the allergic reaction, I don't know how long you'd have to take them but it's something to consider. Also, if you can tolerate the symptoms for a while, you will eventually build up an imunity to the pet and no longer display any symptoms (unless you go away for a while then come back!), just buy a lot of kleenex and visine in the mean time.

I have severe allergies to most animals, especially dogs and cats - I break out in hives from contact with most animals as well as the usual sniffing, sneezing, itchy/watery eyes, but I've also had at least one dog in my life for most of it. Consequently, I've grown out of most of my allergies to pets, especially if I'm around them alot.

If you have severe allergies, try something over the counter like Claritin or Benedryl. If these don't work, see your doctor if you really want the pet.

Best of luck to you!

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yes, and so is ANY dog if your allergic. unfortunately, there is no "non-allergic" breed, even if it was hairless, usually a person allergic to dogs is allergic to the saliva, fur and skin as well.

however, i get terrible reactions from many dogs, but went on a pet-hunt, i went to the pet store a couple of times a week, and asked to pet/play with one dog each visit, pat them and let them lick your arm and all that, for at least 3 mins. If you are allergic you will flare up within ten mins of touching it. One breed a day so u dont get mixed up with whats what. I did this for six (painfully sneezy itchy) months, until i found two dogs i was okay with...
mine were a chihuahua crossed with a pomeranian, and a caverlier spaniel crossed with a maltese terrier. these dogs i had no allergic reaction to, the rest, i would break out and get asthma and everything, so its just trying until u find one ur okay with.

even then, when u do find one, keep it washed regularly. i have to keep my dogs washed more than the usual household would deem neccessary, coz if they arent nice and clean, i start getting allergies again, but its worth the extra dog bath to be able to have my gorgeous pups!

Good luck! dont give up, you will find a doggy :-)

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Yes! They are a hound and those are some of the worst for allergy sufferers. If you want an anti allergy dog, go for a cockapoo, a poodle, or if you want something more robust, a schnauzer.

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Bichon, poodle, perhaps shih tzu would be a better choice. Some people say mastiffs are good or pugs. Of course the hairless varieties would be great. You would want a dog that doesn't shed or have dander.

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My beagle sheds a lot but it does not affect my allergies at all. I would just make sure to sweep any hard floors everyday and vacuum once a week at least.