Do West Highland White Terriers Shed?

Portrait of One West Highland White Terrier in the Park

West Highland White Terriers (or Westies) are small white coated Earthdogs that were used hundreds of years ago to hunt rats and other rodents in Scotland. Today, they’re more commonly known as loveable family pets and stars in the show ring. Do they shed? West Highland White Terriers don’t shed much, but it does take … Read more

Do Cane Corsos Shed? (Corsi Shedding Guide)

Black Adult Cane Corso Close Up Portrait

Cane Corsos are large working dogs with an ancient Italian heritage. Throughout the ages, they’ve gone from fearlessly charging enemy lines in battle, to hunting and guarding livestock, to becoming one of the most popular dogs in the United States and abroad. Given his background, intimidating stature and loyal, protective nature, it’s easy to see … Read more

Do Welsh Terriers Shed Much? (Shedding Guide)

Typical Welsh Terrier standing on green grass

Welsh Terriers are an alert, spirited terrier of medium size that originates from Wales, where they were bred to hunt rodents, badger and fox. And thankfully, they don’t shed much. Welsh Terriers have a coarse, wiry top coat and a short, soft undercoat that sheds very little year round. However, they do require more effort … Read more

Irish Water Spaniel Shedding (All You Need to Know)

Typical Irish Water Spaniel in the spring garden

Irish Water Spaniels are one of the tallest spaniels registered with the AKC. They were bred as gundogs in Ireland, so they excel at locating and retrieving game, particularly waterfowl. Aside from being brave and hardworking hunting companions, they’re also playful and love family life. And best of all, they don’t shed much hair! The … Read more

Do Standard Schnauzers Shed Lots?

Standard Schnauzer standing on green grass wearing scarf around the neck.

The Standard Schnauzer is a medium-sized working dog from Germany that was bred for tasks like herding, hunting and guarding. But they don’t just thrive on the farm, they also make smart, spirited and loyal family companions. How much do they shed? Standard Schnauzers have dense, wiry outer coats and soft, thick undercoats that shed … Read more

Are Pudelpointers Heavy Shedders?

Brown Pudelpointer dog breed standing on snow covered grass.

Pudelpointers are German hunting dogs that were bred from a Poodle and Pointer, which are both fairly low shedding dogs. They are smart, friendly and eager to obey their master. How much do they shed? Pudelpointers have a medium length outer coat and a dense undercoat that sheds a low to moderate amount of hair … Read more