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Exactly, wolfsoul. I would also like to add that I personally know two people who are in the show ring with two miniature poodles and one afghan hound. They DO shed, but it's easily controlled with grooming. *All dogs shed*. Humans shed, as well, but we just comb our hair everyday (or at least, I hope we do LOL) and that daily ritual controls shedding to a minimal extent. If after you don't brush your hair for a week and go to sleep with your hair down, you'll notice that stray hairs will fall out. Same with the dog breeds mentioned above. I just hate for somebody to purchase a dog in hopes of it being completely shed free, and realize that it does in fact aggravate said person's allergies.
I would also like to add that most short haired breeds like Basenjis and Greyhounds and similar breeds blow coats every so often. When blowing coat, you can literally pluck out a handful of hair with your fingers.;)
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I suggest she spends a few days with whatever breed she is thinking of getting. Some allergy attacks can take a few days to trigger. No dog is hypo-allergenic. Some breeds can trigger worse attacks on people than others. It is different for each person. Shelties shed and one of my friends who is allergic to dogs does fine with their sheltie. Most good breeders are willing to let you visit for a little time for a few days to see if allergies are triggered and most shelters insist that you visit once or twice before taking home a dog. Believe it or not shelters shouldn't be ruled out because you are looking for a dog that can be tolerated by someone with allergies. Shelters are usually packed with poodle and terrier mixes. Just don't jump to one breed quickly because it is non-shed and then find out a few days later that the dog has to go back. Take your time finding the right dog for her.
