Although it is hard to find a dog that never sheds, the Bichon, with its curly double coat, comes pretty near. They are happy dogs that are energetic and lively and get along well with people who have allergies.
Smooth and wirehaired Daschunds, who have long bodies and small legs, are light shedders with a charming and lively personality.
Allergy sufferers will find this intelligent, high-energy breed ideal, but frequent professional grooming is required to keep their coat in good condition. The standard, miniature, and toy poodle breeds are all wonderful companions and are available in a range of colors, including white, black, apricot, and gray.
Standard Schnauzers do not shed as much as other breeds, but they still need to have their body coats hand-stripped—a process that involves using a specialized knife to remove loose, dead hair—at least twice a year.
Border Terriers are a working terrier breed that are renowned for their tenacity and attentiveness in the field. They also make lovable and incredibly trainable pets. While their weather-resistant coats just need an occasional brushing and twice-yearly hand stripping, their energetic disposition demands regular exercise.
Maltese, a toy breed distinguished by its long, silky white hair, are courageous and kind. They are wonderful family dogs with a huge personality despite their little size, but they do need daily brushing and frequent maintenance to keep their long coats from matting.
Bolognese dogs, another little, white, and fluffy breed, have two major advantages when it comes to fur: they shed very little and require less upkeep.
It may come as a surprise to learn that a Lhasa Apso is a low-shedding breed of dog with long, flowing hair. They will reward you for your care by being the ideal lap dog for as long as you want them by your side, even though their thick double hair does require frequent cleaning and trimming to avoid tangles.
Although Havanese pups shed very little, they are another breed with long-growing locks. If you can take them to the groomer for frequent haircuts, you can clip their double coat short; if you let it grow long, you'll need to brush them every day to avoid tangles.
Not a fan of grooming? You might be a good fit for the Basenji. The only real upkeep required for this low-maintenance breed is a weekly short brushing with a rubber curry or boar bristle brush (though you may want to increase the frequency during the spring and fall shedding seasons).