Allergies. Bleurgh.

Constant sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose. These are just a few of the marvellous symptoms of an allergic reaction. The worst part is that there are all manner of things one can be allergic to, from pollen to latex, but one of the most common is an allergy to animals, often the small and fluffy ones.

Thousands of households go without the joy of owning a pet because of someone who turns into a snivelling wreck upon the slightest contact with a strand of dog hair. This doesn’t have to be the case, you just need to be a little pickier with what pet you choose.

When it comes to dogs, there are some which the allergy-prone really should stay away from, but there are also others that really aren’t that bad, and they aren’t all the strange hairless ones. Rejoice!

Read more on ten dog breeds are less likely to cause allergic reactions.