Do chows have hair or fur?

My family is thinking of gitting a dog next year or so and I love chows and I am convincing my familly to get one under one conditoin. I cannot get one if it has fur because my mom is illurgic to fur. PLEASE. DO THEY HAVE FUR OR HAIR??????????????????????????????????

Do chows have hair or fur?

Chows have fur... But there is NO difference between fur %26amp; hair there the exact same thing people are allergic to the dander not the fur.

Do chows have hair or fur?

fur. i think most people are allergic to dander and saliva of the pet.

another note, please read up on the breed you get on how often to bathe them. some dogs do not need to be bathed every week or month or even years. constant bathing or too often will cause the dog's skin to be irritated

Do chows have hair or fur?

there is NO difference. fur %26amp; hair are the exact same thing people are allergic to the dander not the fur.

be very careful where you get a chow - the better choice would be an adult from a rescue

Do chows have hair or fur?

All dogs have fur. And people are allergic to their dander, not the actual fur.

The Greyhound is hypoallergenic, so they're great for people with allergies.

Do chows have hair or fur?

I have a chow at home. They have fur. To the people that say there is no difference yes there is ask any vet or groomer. And some people are allergic to dogs with fur and not dogs with hair.

Do chows have hair or fur?

Sorry... Chow's have fur... But might tell your mom she is going to have to check again. Never heard of a fur allergy (since all fur is different)... She could have a dander allergy- but that would mean any animal... since all animals have skin, they have dander. Or, she is allergic to the make up of saliva of animals...

Never heard of an allergy to fur itself... not sure that is possible. Might also want to ask if her allergies could be improved by taking anti-histamines like Claritin, Zyrtec, or Allegra.

Good luck

Do chows have hair or fur?

People are usually allergic to the dander, and not the fur. We have a sheltie (LOTS of fur), and an allergic hubby. I keep my sheltie clean (bathing and brushing), and limit the fur poofing around the house.

The problem with Chows is that the amount of fur they have is massive, and while most dogs seasonally shed, these guys seem to molt. And having the poor thing shaved at the groomers just a) negates the beauty of the breed, and b) makes the dander (dandruff in humans, and no, there's no way to get around it), more accessible to your mom's poor allergies.

Smaller breeds, like yorkies, have 'hair', in that it's silky, but the dog is still going to give off dander.

And no, there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog....believe me, I'd have one if it existed. Those little naked creatures like chinese crested still have fur/hair/fuzz.

Do chows have hair or fur?

I love chows too and yes they have "fur". Both kinds (the rough and short haired) shed A LOT all the time!!!

If you want a nice dog with "hair" check out a Springer Spaniel or English Setter.

Do chows have hair or fur?

Well, all mammals have fur, except for us, humans, since we have hair, but their really is no difference since they are both basically dead skin cells. So, yes, sadly, in this case, dogs have fur. If you DID get one though, maybe you should shave the hair off every time an inch grows back. Maybe she won't be that allergic to it. Anyways, best of luck.

Do chows have hair or fur?

Chow's are awesome -

They are cute and protective.

Just buy one and hope for the best. I'm sure your mom would grow to love them even if it kills her.

Do chows have hair or fur?

It has fur.

My mom is allergic to dogs and we got a Pekingese and he has 'hair' like fur. He does shed but his coat doesnt bother my moms allergies at ALL. We had a Shetland Sheepdog and a Husky that were given to us by one of my mothers friends that couldnt take care of them anymore and they bothered her so much we had to give them back so she can find another home for them.

My mom isnt allergic to dog 'dander' .. shes allergic to dog FUR. I can tell the difference between my Pekes hair and my Dachshunds fur. I got a Dachshund anyway even though I still live with my mom (but we turned the basement into an apartment so I basically live down there) .. so she doesnt spend alot of time near my Long Haired Dachshund.

She does fine with her for awhile, but if shes around the Doxie for too long her eyes get all watery and stuff.

Find a list of hypoallergenic dogs but Please note: One person's allergies may vary greatly from another person's. It is always wise to visit the dog to see if you are allergic to it before you bring it home.

http://www.dogbreedinfo.com/allergy.htm

Find a breeder of one of the dogs and check out their facility (a good reputable breeder will have no problem with that) .. and have your mom spend a half hour with the dogs and being around them. See if she gets a reaction. She maybe allergic to the DANDER/SALIVA rather than their fur.

Hope that helps!