SOME people dream of welcoming a dog into their family, but sadly struggle to make it a reality when they discover they’re allergic to them.
However, now a vet called Adam Christman, who is based in the US, has helpfully lifted the lid on the five best breeds to own if this is the case.
Adam shared a video to his TikTok profile @dr.adamchristman52, as he filled his followers in on the important information.
He said: “You want to have a dog but you’re allergic to them?
“News flash, there’s no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog, did you know that? So here are the five dog breeds that are less allergic.”
He added in the caption: “These dogs have a predicable, non-shedding coat that produces less dander.
“Dander, which clings to pet hair, is what causes most pet allergies in people.”
Adam then uncovered the breeds one by one – from poodles to portuguese water dogs.
He told his followers to “put their paws together” for fifth place position – the hairless breed, Chinese Crested.
Adam then continued: “Number four has silky coats, wavy, almost human-like hair – here is the Afghan Hound.
“These happy, outgoing and loyal dogs will try not to make you sneeze.”
He went on to reveal number three, as he told his followers to “show some loving for the Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier.”
Adam then revealed that two types of Poodle had earned joint second position.
Speaking of the former, he explained: “They can be the standard or the small, and being one of the smartest dog breeds in the world, it’s the poodle.”
While he then went on to speak about the dog that had pipped the others to the post and got the top spot.
Adam said: “These coats are waterproof and curly – swimmers with wet feet, I mean they should, water is in their name.”
The vet rounded off his video as he said: “Give it up for the Portuguese Water Dog.”