10 Fluffiest Dog Breeds That will Melt Your Heart.

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Today I will talk about the 10 Fluffiest Dog Breeds.

Grooming is an important piece of the puzzle to consider when owning a fluffy dog.

Whether your dog is short-haired or long-haired, it’s important to maintain a healthy coat by regularly brushing, grooming, and bathing to control shedding.

This is especially important for dogs with fluffy coats.

Grooming routines for some dogs can be done at home, while others may require the services of a certified groomer.

Some breeds rarely shed at all and some are certainly easier than others to groom.

Then there are these fabulously fluffy dog breeds who proudly show off their long coats and cuddliness with ease.

#1

Standard Poodle.

The instantly-recognizable Standard Poodle ranks 7 out of 191 in AKC’s breed popularity list.

While many know Poodles for their styled poms, beneath their coats is a well-muscled body.

Their low-allergen coat is susceptible to becoming matted if not brushed frequently. AKC’s breed standard care recommends a daily brushing routine to avoid knotting.

Once a Poodle’s fur becomes matted near the roots, you’ll have to shave the dog completely to allow for re-growth.

Some owners trim and cut the coat themselves, but many heads to the groomer about every four to six weeks.

This breed is great for individuals who find themselves with dog allergies, due to its infrequent shedding.

While a variety of designs and hairdos allow the Poodle to be one of a kind, the breed is recognized for its intelligence and ability to learn quickly.

#2

Old English Sheepdog.

While this breed appears to be large, it’s not all fur.

This breed can grow to be upwards of 60 to 100 pounds, resulting in a powerful stature.

Old English Sheepdogs or OES have a face that is covered by fur, with an all-around shaggy coat.

It’s no secret that the breed’s coat attracts many owners, but be sure that you’re ready for the upkeep.

OES requires grooming down to the skin, as they are double-coated. It’s recommended that OES are brushed weekly or groomed several times each month.

Additionally, this breed benefits from nail trimming frequently to prevent any tangling from the long coat.

Old English Sheepdogs present very well in the show ring as they have a powerful gait and welcoming personalities.

The AKC registered its first OES in 1888 and in 1914 the breed entered the Westminster Kennel Club for the first time.

#3

Keeshond.

The Keeshond (Keeshonden when plural) descends from the same stock as breeds like the Pomeranian and Samoyed.

Keeshonden have a fox-like face and descend from Holland, with a history as a symbol of Dutch patriotism.

While this breed requires regular grooming, brushing once a week does wonder at preventing excess shedding.

It’s important that Keeshonden are bathed and blow-dried at least every four to six weeks.

A Keeshond’s standoff coat is extremely thick around the neck, resembling that of a lion, and the coat resembles trousers on their rump and hind legs.

#4

Collie.

The Collie is perhaps most recognizable due to the success of Lassie as a pop culture star.

Their coats come in a variety of colors like sable and white, tricolor, blue merle, or white.

When trained, Collies learn quickly and with ease.

When it comes to grooming Collies, variety matters.

Smooth Collies won’t mat but need regular grooming due to their double coat.

Rough Collies are susceptible to matting, especially behind their ears and undercoat.

Weekly brushings eliminate shedding problems in both smooth and rough Collies, but females if spayed have a big shed once a year, while males shed around their birthday.

#5

Bichon Frise.

Measuring just under a foot tall, Bichon Frise is one of the most popular “personality” breeds.

They do well with children and get along well with other dogs.

This breed is sought-after by those with allergies due to the infrequent shedding.

All of the hair that Bichons shed lies beneath their undercoat.

It’s important that this area gets brushed regularly to prevent matting.

Nails should be trimmed regularly too.

The Bichons share ancestors with the Barbet, and at one time fought to keep their role as circus performers.

Due to their warm personality, Bichons are great showbiz dogs.

#6

Chow Chow.

In ancient China, Chow Chows stand high at a near 20 inches.

Known for their recognizable lion mane, they can have rough and smooth coats.

Coat colors include red, black, cinnamon, and cream-colored.

Some owners mention that Chow Chows don’t require a lot of exercises and are extremely well-mannered.

Though they don’t require a lot of exercises, they do need regular grooming.

Chows have a double coat and some owners brush their coats at least twice per week.