Hypoallergenic dogs don't have lower household allergen levels than other dogs, study finds

Thursday, July 7, 2011 - 17:30 in Psychology & Sociology

Contrary to popular belief, so-called hypoallergenic dogs do not have lower household allergen levels than other dogs. That's the conclusion of a study by researchers who sought to evaluate whether hypoallergenic dogs have a lower dog allergen in the home than other dogs. Hypoallergenic dogs are believed to produce less dander and saliva and shed less fur.

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