Is a Wirehaired Terrier Hypoallergenic?

The Wire Fox Terrier is a breed of dog, one of many terrier breeds. It is a fox terrier, and although it bears a resemblance to the Smooth Fox Terrier, they are believed to have been developed separately.

Do wirehaired terriers shed?

A properly groomed wire coat will be rough and bristly. The wire coat does not shed, which makes wirehaired breeds good choices for some allergy sufferers.

Are wirehaired dogs better for allergies?

Ranging from the diminutive Yorkshire terrier* to the large and imposing Airedale, terriers can have long, short, or wiry coats. Most wire-haired terriers are considered allergy-friendly dog breeds, while most smooth-coated terriers are not.

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