11 low-shedding dog breeds perfect for pet parents who hate hoovering

If you want a dog but don’t want to commit to the extra housework, these low-shedding breeds are ideal for you.

Getting a dog is a huge commitment and anyone planning on doing so must take everything into consideration. Something that may put people off becoming a pet parent is the thought of having fur all over your house.

Dogs’ hair can get everywhere – on the bed, your clothes, the carpet and even the kitchen. And this increase in mess and muck inevitably leads to a lot of extra housework.

But for those looking for a pooch without the extra hoovering, there are many breeds that are less likely to carpet your home in hair. And despite what you might think, some of these dogs are still super fluffy without you having to constantly clean up after them.

Doggie experts at Purina share an extensive list of dog breeds that don’t tend to shed on their website.

We’ve picked out 11 of the best breeds from the low-shedding bunch so that even those who hate hoovering can adopt themselves a furry friend.

Here are the top low-shedding breeds they mentioned.

Top 11 low-shedding dog breeds

1. Border Terrier

These small pooches have a short coat that won’t leave you or your house covered in fur. They’re also full of energy and need plenty of exercise, so keep this in mind if you’re looking to adopt one.

2. Bichon Frise

They may be fluffy, but they won’t leave tufts of fur all over the house. The Bichon Frise is a gentle pup that the Kennel Club calls an outstanding ‘personality dog’.

3. Bergamasco

Taking a look at this dog, you’d definitely expect them to shed, but their special coat is made of three types of fur – their undercoat, ‘goat hair’, and an overcoat that doesn’t typically fall out.

4. Airedale Terrier

The Airedale Terrier’s wired coat is less likely to shed or trigger allergies, and this intelligent dog is known to play roles in the police, rodent control and hunting, as they were originally bred as guard dogs.

5. Bearded Collie

Also known as the Highland Collie, this is another super-hairy pooch that won’t leave your house covered in furballs. This devoted companion is one of the UK’s oldest dog breeds.

6. Dachshund

One of the most stylish pups of the last few years, the teeny tiny Dachshund was originally bred to hunt badgers in Germany. And despite being so low to the ground, they won’t leave a trail of hair on the deck.

7. Greyhound

The super-speedy Greyhound has a short coat that won’t shed. And the iconic breed also made our list of the most independent dogs that can be left home alone for a couple of hours.

8. Cane Corso

These smart dogs may appear intimidating, but once they’re trained up and know who’s boss, they’re very loyal. And a plus is that they won’t cover your clothes in fur.

9. Miniature Schnauzer

Another wiry-coated pooch, the Schnauzer is a fantastic watchdog who is friendly and eager to please. And, like the Greyhound, this breed was one we picked out as very independent.

10. Scottish Terrier

Our very own Scottish Terrier is another pooch that won’t leave you having to hoover every day. The Scottie dog is also known for being charming and gentle.

11. Poodle

The posh Poodle was originally bred as a water retriever, which perhaps explains why they are unlikely to shed their fur. These pooches are also a fantastic choice for those with allergies.

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