Looking for big dog breeds with minimal shedding? This post is for you! From the modelesque Afghan Hound to the lovable Poodle, check out 10 big dogs that don’t shed (much), below.
While no breed is truly 100% shed-free, the following breeds come pretty close! Just make sure you keep up with regular grooming because their coats can get pretty wild!
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Breed Traits: Aloof, independent, sweet
Coat: Thick, silky, and long
Lifespan: 12-18 years
Height: 25-27 inches
Weight: 50-60 pounds
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Breed Traits: Affectionate, playful, eager to please, energetic
Coat: Long, curly/wavy
Lifespan: 11-13 years
Height: Up to 23 inches
Weight: Up to 60 pounds
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Breed Traits: Athletic, alert/protective, intelligent
Coat: Short-medium wiry coat
Lifespan: 11-14 years
Height: 23 inches
Weight: 50-70 pounds
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Breed Traits: Affectionate, smart, playful, eager to please
Coat: Curly, long
Lifespan: 10-18 years
Height: Over 15 inches
Weight: Up to 70 pounds
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Breed Traits: Affectionate, alert, eager to please, high energy
Coat: Double-coated, medium length, wiry coat
Lifespan: 12-15 years
Height: Up to 27.5 inches
Weight: Up to 85 pounds
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Breed Traits: Affectionate, playful, eager to please
Coat: Curly, medium-length
Lifespan: 12-13 years
Height: Up to 24 inches
Weight: Up to 68 pounds
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Breed Traits: Affectionate, alert, independent
Coat: Long, corded
Lifespan: 10-12 years
Height: Minimum 25.5 inches
Weight: Minimum 80 pounds
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Breed Traits: Loyal, loving, protective, intelligent
Coat: Wavy, long, double coat
Lifespan: 12 years
Height: Up to 27 inches
Weight: 55-100 pounds
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Breed Traits: Social, loyal, intelligent, quick to learn, calm
Coat: Medium to long, curly/wavy coat
Lifespan: 12-14 years
Height: 19-24.5 inches
Weight: Up to 65 pounds
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Breed Traits: Eager to please, smart, hard-working, loyal, loving, trainable
Coat: Long, corded
Lifespan: 13-15 years
Height: Up to 23.5 inches
Weight: Up to 84 pounds
Breed facts sourced via AKC breed profiles; Afghan Hound, Portuguese Water Dog, Airedale Terrier, Standard Poodle, Giant Schnauzer, Irish Water Spaniel, Komondor, Briard, Barbet, Bergamasco Sheepdog
EVEN MORE LOW-SHED BIG DOG BREEDS
From “no-shed” to “low-shed”, the following low-shed big dog breeds are also worth considering if you’re looking for a big dog that sheds minimally;
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