Getting a pet dog is not all sunshine and rainbows. In one or more ways, getting one of these furry companions is like having a baby. Sure they look cute, but they come with huge responsibilities and sleepless nights.
Adopting a short-haired dog will not solve all the problems but at least you'll not have one less thing to worry about. While short-haired dogs are not necessarily hypoallergenic, they shed much less hair than other breeds.
Here, we discuss 25 shorthaired dogs suitable for potential pet owners looking for a low-maintenance dog.
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The American Foxhound has a double coat of hair only a few centimeters in length. Their fur comes in different colors and feels extremely soft to the touch.
These canines are low-maintenance due to minimal shedding. Brushing its coat once a week and along with an occasional bath should be enough to maintain the hygiene of these four-legged beasts.
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The Australian Kelpie has a double coat fur consisting of a short but dense undercoat and a water-resistant outer coat.
The coat of these dogs come in multiple colors, including blue, black, chocolate, fawn, red, and tan. These dogs shed their hair regularly, keeping the length to a minimum. Grooming 1-2 times per week should be enough to remove any dead hair.
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Basenji dogs have a fine coat of short hair along with a fine undercoat. These canines shed their hair during the Spring season.
This breed is extremely low-maintenance and requires brushing once every week. Although its hair can be cut short, a Basenji should never be shaved. Moreover, these dogs don't require baths as they don't have the signature dog smell.
Beagles are short-haired dogs native to the UK. These canines have double-coated fur consisting of a water-repellent outer coat and a soft dense undercoat.
Their fur grows between 0.25 to 0.5 inches in a month with a hair growth cycle that lasts around 4.2 months. Beagles shed their fur regularly in addition to seasonal shedding twice a year. Also, they don't require regular grooming; a session once every three months should be enough to keep these four-legged animals tidy.
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Beaucerons are herding dogs with short hair to facilitate life in the outdoors. These canines are primarily black with a few dark red spots. They have a dense outer coat that prevents them from getting wet easily.
Beaucerons shed in moderate amounts twice a year along with regular shedding of dead hair. They are extremely friendly animals who don't require regular baths. These working dogs should be brushed with a toothed comb to remove dead hair from their bodies.
The Boerboel is a mastiff-type dog originally from South Africa. These large canines have a short but dense coat with minimal shedding.
Boerboels usually come in three shades: brown, red, and fawn. Weekly brushing and monthly baths are the minimal grooming required to keep them clean and healthy. Overcleaning could lead to the dogs getting sour or dry skin.
The Boxer is a medium-large dog breed native to Germany. It has a single coat of hair that doesn't grow after reaching a pre-determined length. Instead, its hair falls after reaching a certain length.
Boxers need occasional grooming and a bath once every few months. Regular baths can cause the dog to develop issues like itching and dry skin. These canines don't have a shedding season but are known to shed their fur minimally throughout the year.
Bulldog, also called an English Bulldog, is a medium-sized dog of European origin. The dog has a single-layer coat that prevents it from trapping dead hair in the body. However, their regular shedding is a problem for dog owners prone to allergies.
Bulldogs have a hair growth cycle that lasts between six to 12 weeks. While you can give them occasional haircuts, their fur should not be shaved.
The Canaan dog has double-coat fur consisting of firm outer hair and a dense undercoat. These dogs come in multiple colors like black, golden, red, tan, and cream.
Canaan dogs go through a moulting season every year. During this time, they require regular grooming and brushing to prevent their hair from falling all over the house. During the rest of the year, brushing once a week and occasional baths every year should be enough to keep them tidy.
Chihuahua can be either short-haired or long-haired. These tiny but aggressive dogs grow full hair within six months of their birth.
Due to their small size, Chihuahuas are considered allergy-friendly as they don't shed as much as other bigger dogs. Depending on their habits, their bathing pattern can range from once every week to once every 6-7 weeks. Meanwhile, they still need regular grooming and brushing to remove dead hair and dander.
Dachshunds are primarily found in three types of coat: wirehaired, smooth, and longhaired. These dogs have double-coated fur that can grow a few centimeters long in the short-haired type.
Dachshunds shed their fur twice a year in addition to minimal shedding regularly. Brushing its fur 1-2 times a week will help in reducing hair fall.
Dalmatian is a big dog of Croatian origin famous for its white coat and black spots. A standard Dalmatian has a short fur coat, not extending a few centimeters.
However, there is also a rare breed of long-haired Dalmatians with 2 to 4 inches long fur. Meanwhile, the short-hair types are low-maintenance and require basic grooming. Brushing their hair once a week should keep the shedding to a minimum.
The English Foxhound has a double coat of short hair consisting of a weatherproof outer coat. This canine is available in several colors, including red, white, black, and tan.
While Foxhounds shed regularly, brushing its coat once a week will prevent them from shedding all over the house. Their glossy and dense hair makes these creatures highly in demand.
The Frenchton is a cross-breed between a French Bulldog and a Boston Terrier. These pointy-eared creatures have a short coat of different colors, including white, black, fawn, red, blue, and brown.
Similarly, these dogs have three types of fur patterns: tuxedo, brindle, and bicolor. Their fur is easy to groom and requires brushing twice a week. Additionally, Frenchtons are extremely friendly animals who can get along with other household pets.
The German Pinscher is often called the short-haired equivalent of a Schnauzer dog due to their common origins. These four-legged animals have short but dense hair, which comes in several colors like red, fawn, blue, and black.
These single-coated canines shed minimal hair and are considered suitable for people with allergies. If you own a German Pinscher, remember to groom it once every week. But, they don't require frequent baths as compared to some other breeds. Unless they get into something particularly dirty, give them a bath once every three months.
The Great Dane is one of the biggest dog breeds in the world. These gentle giants have a short and sleek coat of fur which can come in multiple colors like fawn, black/harlequin, and blue.
Great Dane's hair has a smooth and glossy appearance, making them the first choice of potential dog owners. However, these dogs are not hypoallergenic and, certainly, not the best choice for people at risk of allergies. Despite the drawback, these canines are extremely easy to groom. Brushing their coat 1-2 times per week should be sufficient to keep them clean.
The fastest dog in the world, the Greyhound is a short-haired dog breed. Their fur growth cycle is around six weeks long.
Greyhounds have a single coat of fur that doesn't exceed a few centimeters. These dogs shed plenty during spring and autumn, so they additional grooming during these seasons. Pet owners should wipe their Greyhounds with a wet cloth every week to remove excess hair and dander.
The Harrier has a short but thick coat that has a shiny appearance. These dogs' hair grows around 0.33 to 0.5 inches in a month.
Specimens of this breed shed in moderate amounts; hence, these dogs are not considered hypoallergenic. At the same time, vets recommend brushing their hair at least once a week along with grooming from a professional once every two months.
The Labrador Retriever has a double coat of short hair. Their thick inner coat prevents them from getting cold or wet, whereas their outer coat protects them from scratches or other physical harm.
Labradors have a predetermined length of hair that stops growing after reaching a certain length. These dogs seasonally shed their fur twice a year. Vets recommend taking your pet to a professional groomer at least once a month.
Mastiff, also known as English Mastiff, is a short-haired breed. Its hair grows around 0.25 inches to 0.5 inches in a month. At the same time, these gentle beasts have an average hair growth cycle of around 4.2 months.
Mastiffs have a dense short double coat that requires weekly brushing. They have a wooly undercoat and a wiry outer coat. These dogs come in various colors like brindle, fawn, and apricot. They also have black marking around their mouth and ears.
Pugs are small-sized dogs originally from China. These adorable little creatures have short but glossy coats that are extremely low-maintenance.
If you own a Pug, use a bristle brush to brush its coat at least once a week. Likewise, use a rubber mitt to groom it 1-2 times per month. Regularly removing its dead hair will help in keeping the shedding and allergies to a minimum. These dogs shed plenty during autumn and spring, so you may have to increase the grooming and brushing frequencies during these seasons.
American hunting dogs Redone Coonhounds have a double coat of hair. Their short fur is coarse in texture which serves the important function of protecting them from rough terrain and harsh weather.
These cute canines' coat color range from solid red to deep red. While their hair should be brushed at least once a week, they don't need frequent baths. You can bathe them once a week or whenever they get dirty.
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are considered a unique breed as their back hair grows in the opposite direction of normal hair. The ridge-like appearance formed due to their back hair led to the breed being named Ridgebacks.
Rhodesian Ridgebacks shed moderately but they don't have the dog smell. So, while grooming them regularly is necessary, pet owners should bathe them once in three months or when they get dirty.
Rottweilers are herding dogs originally from Germany. These dogs have short-haired double coats consisting of coarse outer hair and soft inner coat.
Rottweiler's hair grows to a certain halt before coming to a halt. If not cut, the long hair falls after a few weeks. These dogs go through season shedding two times a year. They should be groomed at least one time in two weeks. Meanwhile, their bathing frequency can differ from two to eight weeks depending on how dirty they get.
The Weimaraner is a short-coat breed with soft hair all over its body. These dogs are available in two distinct colors: silver-gray and blue-gray.
Some Weimaraners also have a tiny white mark on their chests; however, this property is not common. These canines shed throughout the year but in significantly lower amounts than other breeds of the same stature. Grooming every 4 to 6 weeks should be sufficient to maintain their hygiene.
