Meet the most popular dog breeds that don't shed, according to the American Kennel Club

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie)

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie), #22. Affenpinscher, #21. Löwchen, #10. Chinese crested, #5. Miniature schnauzer, #4. Yorkshire terrier, #1. Poodle (toy) (tie), #1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

- AKC breed popularity: Unranked
- Height: 20.5-22 inches (male), 19-21 inches (female)
- Weight: 55-60 pounds (male), 46-57 pounds (female)
- Life expectancy: 12-14 years
- Group: Foundation Stock Service

This herding breed is known for being intelligent and easy to train, though these dogs require daily exercise, supervision, and mental and physical stimulation. The Barbado da Terceira can form tight bonds with its owners and does not enjoy being left alone. 

#22. Affenpinscher

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie), #22. Affenpinscher, #21. Löwchen, #10. Chinese crested, #5. Miniature schnauzer, #4. Yorkshire terrier, #1. Poodle (toy) (tie), #1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

- AKC breed popularity: 162
- Height: 9-11.5 inches
- Weight: 7-10 pounds
- Life expectancy: 12-15 years
- Group: Toy Group

The affenpinscher—German for "monkey dog" or "ape terrier"—is also called diablotin moustachu, or "mustached little devil," in French. But while they're loyal, adorable, and hypoallergenic, don't be fooled into thinking these petite dogs are easy to train.

#21. Löwchen

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie), #22. Affenpinscher, #21. Löwchen, #10. Chinese crested, #5. Miniature schnauzer, #4. Yorkshire terrier, #1. Poodle (toy) (tie), #1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

- AKC breed popularity: 154
- Height: 11-13 inches
- Weight: 10-15 pounds
- Life expectancy: 15+ years
- Group: Non-Sporting Group

The löwchen, German for "little lion," is a toy breed designed for companionship. The dogs are agile, smart, and easily trainable.

#10. Chinese crested

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie), #22. Affenpinscher, #21. Löwchen, #10. Chinese crested, #5. Miniature schnauzer, #4. Yorkshire terrier, #1. Poodle (toy) (tie), #1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

- AKC breed popularity: 68
- Height: 11-13 inches
- Weight: 8-12 pounds
- Life expectancy: 13-18 years
- Group: Toy Group

The Chinese crested breed comes in a coated variety (called "powder puff" after their poof of silky hair), but is much more famous for the hairless variety. Hairless Chinese crested dogs are small dogs with exposed spotted skin and a spiky hairdo. Their feet and tails are adorned with fluffy hair. The Chinese crested breed has been around too long to trace its origin, but it seems likely its ancestor was a large, hairless dog from Africa. Through years of breeding, they've become truly unlikely looking companions.

#5. Miniature schnauzer

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie), #22. Affenpinscher, #21. Löwchen, #10. Chinese crested, #5. Miniature schnauzer, #4. Yorkshire terrier, #1. Poodle (toy) (tie), #1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

- AKC breed popularity: 18
- Height: 12-14 inches
- Weight: 11-20 pounds
- Life expectancy: 12-15 years
- Group: Terrier Group

Miniature schnauzers were established in Germany in the 1800s. The little dogs make wonderful family members and are known to be sociable, smart, and sweet.

#4. Yorkshire terrier

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie), #22. Affenpinscher, #21. Löwchen, #10. Chinese crested, #5. Miniature schnauzer, #4. Yorkshire terrier, #1. Poodle (toy) (tie), #1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

- AKC breed popularity: 11
- Height: 7-8 inches
- Weight: 7 pounds
- Life expectancy: 11-15 years
- Group: Toy Group

Yorkshire terriers are among the smallest of their type. They make great pets for first-time dog owners because of how little maintenance they require and their friendly disposition.

#1. Poodle (toy) (tie)

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie), #22. Affenpinscher, #21. Löwchen, #10. Chinese crested, #5. Miniature schnauzer, #4. Yorkshire terrier, #1. Poodle (toy) (tie), #1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

- AKC breed popularity: 5
- Height: No more than 10 inches
- Weight: 4-6 pounds
- Life expectancy: 10-18 years
- Group: Toy Group

Toy poodles pack a lot of punch into a tiny package. Smart and easily trained, these sweet dogs are great at agility sports and have among the longest life spans of any dog.

#1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

#27. Barbado da Terceira (tie), #22. Affenpinscher, #21. Löwchen, #10. Chinese crested, #5. Miniature schnauzer, #4. Yorkshire terrier, #1. Poodle (toy) (tie), #1. Poodle (miniature) (tie)

- AKC breed popularity: 5
- Height: 10-15 inches
- Weight: 10-15 pounds
- Life expectancy: 10-18 years
- Group: Non-Sporting Group

Miniature poodles weigh in at twice that of toy poodles and are excellent athletes. They're considered one of the easiest-to-train dog breeds.

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