The phrase
"hairless breed" refers to a type of animal, usually a dog or a cat, that doesn't have any fur or hair on their body. They are born this way and stay hairless throughout their lives.
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Aside from the truly
hairless breeds of dogs that are the only non-shedding dogs out there, there are also a number of dog breeds that are said to be significantly less allergenic than other breeds.
Sphynx and
other hairless breeds such as the Peterbald don't have the type of hair coat that protects their skin from the sun.
Unlike the hairlessness resulting from dominant genes, the AHT has no dental, skin or other health issues associated with the dominant gene in the other
hairless breeds such as the Chinese Crested, the Mexican Hairless, the Bolivian Khala, and the Peruvian dog.
It is the
first hairless breed from the United States, and because of this, the American hairless terrier is ideal for those with bad allergies.
The exotic hairless or
nearly hairless breeds include such skin - baring breeds as the Peruvian Inca Orchid and the Xoloitzcuintle, known as the Xolo or «show - low» for short.
Sherri Mossop of Possoms Cattery is credited for bringing the first cat into the US and for starting the Donskoy Federation of America Club and the
Don Hairless Breed Club.
The Mexican Hairless may be the most
difficult hairless breed because there are very few breeders in the United States and in other countries.
American Hairless Terrier Developed from the Rat Terrier dog some 40 years ago, this species is one of the more
recent hairless breeds.
The skin of this
particular hairless breed is soft and supple and can be any variety of colors including solid colors or mottled colors.
Many people with allergies also do well
with hairless breeds like the American Hairless Terrier or the Chinese Crested Hairless.
In the 12th centry, he Aztecs conquered that area of the globe, bringing with them a highly prized,
tiny hairless breed of dogs, which were very similar to dogs seen in China at the time.
Even in the so -
called hairless breeds, there is some fuzz somewhere, and often there is longer hair as in eyebrows, a crown crest, and / or tail feathering.
Ectodermal Dysplasia - Hairless This type of Ectodermal Dysplasia is responsible for hairlessness as well as dental abnormalities in the Chinese Crested, Mexican Hairless, and
Peruvian Hairless breeds.
He is a unique pup as he is one of the only dogs from our rescue that has
part hairless breed — and he's also a leftie!
They are usually smaller companion dogs, such as Yorkies, Bichon Frises, and Maltese, or
hairless breeds of cats and dogs.
Contrary to popular belief, there are no «non-allergenic» breeds of dogs or cats;
even hairless breeds may be highly allergenic.
And the American hairless terrier which is said to be the
first hairless breed to have originated in the United States.
If pet hair is still a problem, consider breeds that shed less than others or
hairless breeds such as the Sphynx cat.
Hairless breeds are more prone to skin cancers, while large breeds of dogs are more prone to bone cancers.
These smaller dogs and
hairless breeds are often presented as hypoallergenic because they simply produce fewer allergens.
It is most obvious in the breeds that are commonly called «double - coated», although in reality all dogs except
the hairless breeds have both types, and even the Xolo, Crested, Hairless Rat Terrier, etc. have a little hair someplace, and those few follicle sites have both types, if you look hard enough.
Extreme weather events can trigger hypothermia, especially in short coated or
hairless breeds or when a pet's coat gets wet.
The Minskin is a cross between a Munchkin (a short - legged breed) and a Sphynx (
a hairless breed).
Their genetics are totally different from all the other
hairless breeds.
They have hair and
hairless breeds.
Hairless breeds of dog mean no more dealing with dog hairs all over your clothes, car or furniture.
And if you love the idea of a canine pet, don't like the smell or even the feel of fur,
a hairless breed could be ideal.
Yorkshire Terriers are classified as «hypo - allergic» because they have hair instead of fur, do not shed, and have less dander than most dogs but no dog is non-allergenic - not even
a hairless breed - because a person could be allergic to the saliva or urine of a dog as well as the dander and fur.
Just because the Bambino is
a hairless breed does not mean that you won't need to worry about grooming your cat.
Very curly dogs — poodles, Portuguese water dogs, Bedlington terriers, bichon frises — are good choices, as are
hairless breeds like the American crested and the Chinese crested hairless.
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Hairless breedings may increase the incidence of hereditary health problems.
There are those dogs that are honestly non-shedding because they are
hairless breeds and there are those dogs that are considered to be non-shedding dogs although they do shed, they only shed lightly.
Although these dogs are the most recognized of
hairless breeds they are still a relatively rare breed of dog.
In fact, I'd like no shedding at all, but the only breeds that don't shed at all are
hairless breeds.
On the other hand, you will find some cats who do want to wear clothes such as the Sphynx cat, which is
a hairless breed and may appreciate wearing a sweater in the middle of winter.
This hairless breed of cat is a popular choice among allergy sufferers.
On top of that, breeds with hair that's corded, double - coated and long will require more grooming efforts than those of short - haired or
hairless breeds.
A dogs normal resting temperature is 101.5 F, although if your dog is
a hairless breed their temperature could be one or two degrees higher.