Poodle, Miniature Question

No dog will be 100% allergy free.

I am allergic to dogs and cats, but I have a Poodle and A Shih Tzu. Both breeds are considered hypo-allergenic. However as mentioned no dog is 100% allergy-free. The term hypo- means low, it does not mean zero. So there is much less chance that a person will be allergic to one these breeds. Also consider that one could be allergic to shampoos, flea & tick treatments, grass pollen etc etc that may be found on a pet's coat and it may not be the actual dog itself that the person is allergic to. As long as my dogs are kept clipped and bathed I don't have any problems with allergies to either of them.

I am also allergic to dogs and I am able to have poodles. They have to have regular baths though and haircuts. Poodles do not shed and are hypo-allergenic. Poodles have hair not fur and people who have allergies to cats, dogs or other animals will not with poodles unless the allergen is to saliva. They do not carry a dog odor. Poodles do need regular brushing and they do require haircuts just like people to keep them mat free. We recommend haircuts every 6-8 weeks or sooner.