Top Dog Breeds That Don't Shed

16. Bolognese

Potential pet owners who love fluffy dogs but want to avoid shedding issues should consider the Bolognese, an ancient breed with Roman roots. The Bolognese's furry coat doesn't shed, although its soft, white, cotton-like fur does need daily brushing to keep it free of mats and tangles. This playful pup is easy-going and intelligent. It reaches a height of 10 to 12 inches. Although the Bolognese loves people, it tends to be shy around strangers. They are happier in households where they don't spend extended periods of time alone.

The Bolognese breed was named after the famous Italian peninsula, Bologna. Although, this breed has been around since 1200 AD, so no one can be sure where it originated from.

The Bolognese is a member of the bichon family, but its closest relatives are said to be Maltese.

Bolognese dogs have strong connections to Italian Nobles, as this class was unique to having dogs purely for their companionship.

Unlike most dogs who have a double coat — a soft undercoat and a rougher topcoat — the Bolganese only have one coat of fur.

Many people have claimed that this breed does not shed a single piece of hair, of course, this is an exaggeration, but their single coat does significantly limit how much they shed.

Bolognese desires deep connections with their owners and can suffer from separation anxiety if they are not given enough attention.

The Bolognese is a very intelligent breed and thrives when given positive reinforcement, otherwise, they can become increasingly stubborn.

Bolognese are very alert dogs and can be great watch dogs. They will normally take cues from their owners on how to behave and be cautious around strangers.

Bolognese should be walked regularly, but they are not a hyperactive breed and are perfect for owners who do not want to engage in too much physical activity.

Due to their size, this breed is not good for families with small children — this is not an issue with the Bolganese, but rather children can be too rough with such a small dog.