Top Dog Breeds That Don't Shed

15. Chinese Crested

Spotted skin and spiked hair are defining physical characteristics of this toy dog. The breed has two types of coats, the hairless and the coated or powderpuff varieties. The hairless variety doesn't shed. They have tufts of hair on their tail, ankles, and head. The powderpuff coats are unusual because the undercoat is shorter than the longer, outer coat. This coat is genetically recessive. Some people describe these gentle canines as Dr. Seuss dogs because they closely resemble pet illustrations from the books. Cresteds have no "doggy" odor and feel extreme devotion to their human companions.

There are two types of Chinese Crested — the powderpuff and hairless varieties. The powderpuff has fine, short hair that coats its entire body, whereas hairless Cresteds’ are mostly bare with tufts of fine, silky hair on their head, tail, and paws.

The Chinese Crested is the smallest hairless dog breed, weighing around 12 lbs and reaching 11 to 13 inches in height.

Despite the name, Chinese Cresteds’ don’t originate from China! They are traced back to Africa, with their ancestors being African hairless terriers.

The Chinese Crested was born for a life at sea. Mariners discovered that this breed is a natural-born ratter, keeping vermin at bay aboard their ships.

Chinese Cresteds’ are not very popular in China and have been increasingly common in America after many celebrities took a liking to the breed.

The Chinese Crested is one of the most hypoallergenic breeds in existence, due to their sparse and non-shedding coats.

Beauty is in the eye of the beholder, but this breed has been deemed the “World’s Ugliest Dog,” and has even won contests for this title.

Their unique look makes Chinese Cresteds’ very popular in showbiz and many Cresteds’ have starred in dog-related movies, such as “Hotel For Dogs,” or “102 Dalmations.”

Chinese Cresteds’ need to be protected from the sun, but their skin does not react well to sunscreen! T-shirts can help protect your Crested from skin damage or cleaning their skin will help prevent any issues.

These dogs are fiercely devoted to their owners and were originally bred to accompany the sick or the elderly. Cresteds’ Love snuggles!