Shedding and Hypo-Allergenic Qualities

We are often asked, "Do Wheatens shed? Are they hypo-allergenic?"
All dogs shed, but the Wheaten is a single-coated dog and generally sheds very little. They do not seasonally blow their coat as do many other breeds.

Wheatens often appear on lists of dogs which are good for people with allergies, and this is partially true because of their non-shedding coat. However, many allergies result from exposure to dog's dander, saliva, or natural oils rather than hair and Wheatens produce all of these. Each person's allergies are different so a person who suffers from allergies should visit a breeder and spend some time with the dogs at close quarters. If no reaction results, Wheatens may be a good choice.