Terriers/allergies

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Rhonda K. Allen wrote at 2007-04-15 17:25:48
Have you considered a Hairless Rat Terrier (aka American Hairless Terrier). No hair whatsover and very little dander. Great for people who have pet allergies. Downside is that they are very high maintenance. ie: sunscreen (they will burn), protective clothing both in summer and winter, and they will get scratches and scrapes if running through briars, etc.  Very much like caring for a small child.

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I have 10+ yrs rescuing Cairn terriers. Ask me about rescue work and re-homing rescued terriers. I am also proudly owned by a Jack Russell Terrier rescue. I am also keenly aware that terriers are significantly different from other kinds of dogs, and often not the best choice for some owners. HOWEVER I AM NOT A VET! PLEASE DO NOT ASK ME IN-DEPTH MEDICAL QUESTIONS THAT SHOULD BE DIRECTED ONLY TOWARDS MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS. I WILL BE HAPPY TO ASSIST WITH BASIC MEDICAL QUESTIONS/NEEDS THAT I CAN OFFER MY PERSONAL OPINION ON. If you ask me questions about breeding, please expect me to be direct about my opinion on this topic.

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10+ yrs owning and rescuing cairn terriers. Proudly owned by a Jack Russell Terrier rescue. My JRT is active in being a foster brother, and earthdog and agility events and we're having a blast

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