Australian Labradoodles
Allergies and Shedding
Allergies and shedding call for a thoughtful, honest conversation. A dog's ancestry and generation, coat care, an individual's allergic response and responsible guidance from the breeder all matter.
Confidence starts with the right ancestry
First, if you want to be confident that a dog will not trigger an allergic reaction, choose a breeder who breeds only multigenerational Australian Labradoodles.
With early-generation Labradoodles — F1, F1B and all new infusions involving Wheaten Terriers, Spaniels and other breeds — you can never have that same confidence.
You could bring home a puppy who does not trigger a reaction, only to find a year later, after the first coat change, that the dog causes severe allergic reactions and needs a new home.
Allergies are not always just about the coat
Second, allergies really are individual. A person may react to hair, dander, saliva, urine or other secretions.
The breed's founders intended to eliminate reactions to saliva and the coat. In practice, reactions to saliva vary, which is why a visit to the breeder is essential in every case.
Why a dog's condition and grooming matter
If a dog is well cared for, properly nourished and not shedding excessive skin cells, this should not be a problem. Dog-care products such as PENTALCLEANSE may help.
In my experience, allergies to proteins in urine are the most difficult. That is why anyone with allergies should visit the breeder and spend time with both adult dogs and puppies.
Why the visit takes place in stages
I always divide this visit into two stages so that, if a reaction occurs, we can establish whether urine is involved.
This is crucial, because urine is quickly eliminated from our surroundings as a dog grows. Rather than going into all the details here, I explain the whole process to interested families.
I have to rely on your trust in this matter. Following the testing sequence and my guidance is a very important part of the process and can determine whether a puppy ultimately joins your family.
Australian Labradoodles for families with allergies
I could write about allergies for hours. I have learned a great deal over the years. The early days were not easy: both the family's approach and the breeder's support are especially important in these situations.
We therefore take particular care of all our families with allergies. As a result, in the past five years we have not had to find a puppy a new home because of allergies.
Australian Labradoodles and allergies
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Australian Labradoodles and Allergies — What to consider when allergies or sensitivities are involved.
Coat Types and Colors — Coat textures, colors and realistic expectations.
Coat Care — Caring for the coat with your dog's comfort in mind.