15 Dog Breeds For A Fur-Free Home

Sick of fur covering every inch of your home? While no dog is truly shed-free, some barely leave a trace behind. Allergy sufferers and neat freaks alike will appreciate these 15 low-shedding breeds that keep things tidy without sacrificing personality. Get ready to meet your perfect fluffy companion—without the mess!

Poodle

Fluffy and surprisingly low-maintenance regarding shedding, the Poodle is a fan favorite. Those signature curls work like a built-in trap, keeping loose hair from taking over your home. But regular grooming is essential. Like human hair, a Poodle’s coat grows continuously rather than shedding in cycles.

Bichon Frise

This cheerful little fluff ball barely sheds, thanks to its curly coat. A dense underlayer hides beneath a fine topcoat, working together to trap loose hair. With hypoallergenic properties, this breed is a top pick for allergy sufferers.

Portuguese Water Dog

Originally bred to help fishermen, this breed is bright and energetic. Their tight curls hold onto loose hair, keeping shedding under control. Portuguese Water Dogs have only a single-layer coat, which reduces dander and allergens. The fur is naturally waterproof, a trait that helped them retrieve fishing nets in the past.

Maltese

Despite their silky coats, Maltese dogs barely shed. Unlike other breeds, their fine hair keeps growing instead of falling out. This means they require regular grooming but won’t leave a trail of fur behind. With no undercoat, these little charmers keep things neat and tidy year-round!

Yorkshire Terrier

A Yorkie’s hair is more like strands of silk than traditional dog fur, which means way less shedding. Their fine locks do require frequent brushing to stay tangle-free, but many owners opt for an easy-to-maintain puppy cut. Remember that the hair growth is continuous and can reach impressive lengths if not trimmed.

Shih Tzu

Bred for royalty, Shih Tzus were once palace pets in China. Their flowing hair requires upkeep, but they shed very little. A soft undercoat hides beneath their flowing top layer, adding to their signature fluff. Since their thick coat traps heat, a summer trim keeps them cool.

Havanese

Native to Cuba, the Havanese are both charming and low-shedding. The breed’s wavy coat holds onto loose hair, reducing mess in your home. Designed for tropical living, the fur stays lightweight while offering just enough protection from the sun. While shedding is minimal, their fur tangles easily and benefits from regular brushing.

Chinese Crested

The Chinese Crested might be your ideal pet if you want to avoid fur altogether. This breed comes in 2 varieties: hairless and powderpuff. The hairless type has smooth skin with tufts of fur on its head, feet, and tail. Conversely, the powderpuff variety has a delicate, silky coat that hardly sheds but requires frequent brushing.

Scottish Terrier

Sturdy and dignified, the Scottish Terrier has a wiry coat that doesn’t shed much. However, regular grooming is necessary to keep their fur in top shape. Their double coat has a dense, soft undercoat and a wiry topcoat that repels dirt and debris. A Scottie definitely won’t flood your home with fur.

West Highland White Terrier

Better known as the Westie, this breed is both adorable and low-shedding. A tough double coat features a soft underlayer beneath a wiry topcoat, trapping loose hair before it spreads. If you want a small dog with a big personality and minimal mess, a Westie is an excellent choice.

Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier

This breed’s name says it all. The soft, wavy coat is a dream to touch and barely sheds. Wheatens have a single-layer coat that grows continuously, unlike many terriers with wiry fur. This means they don’t have a seasonal shedding period. Because of their natural oils, their coat also tends to repel dirt.

Kerry Blue Terrier

If you’re looking for a unique-looking dog that won’t leave hair everywhere, the Kerry Blue Terrier is an excellent choice. These pups have a dense coat that grows continuously and rarely sheds, making them one of the best hypoallergenic breeds. Kerry Blues are born with black fur, which gradually fades to their signature blue-gray shade as they mature. 

Brussels Griffon

Scruffy and full of character, the Brussels Griffon is impossible to ignore. There are two coat varieties: rough and smooth. The rough-coated Brussels Griffon has a wiry topcoat that traps loose hairs to prevent shedding. On the other hand, the smooth-coated variety has short fur that sheds minimally but still requires occasional brushing.

Basenji

Often called the “barkless dog,” the Basenji is unique in more ways than one. Their fine coat sheds minimally and requires little grooming beyond the occasional brushing to remove loose hairs. Basenjis are fastidious self-groomers, much like cats. This means they rarely have a “doggy odor” and keep themselves exceptionally clean.

Italian Greyhound

Graceful and incredibly low-shedding, the Italian Greyhound is a minimalist’s dream. Having one of the thinnest coats among all dog breeds, this breed’s coat consists of a single layer of short fur that sheds very little. With no undercoat for extra insulation, they are highly sensitive to temperature changes.