Topics about what dog breeds seem to be hypoallergenic frequently comes up. Unfortunately, and not for the purpose you might think, Goldens lack this trait. According to common belief, Golden Retrievers actually shed, which makes them naturally quite un-hypoallergenic. But, the situation is a little more nuanced than that. Actually, a dog that is hypoallergenic does not exist. Those who have dog allergies are allergic to pet dander – not dog hair. All dogs induce allergies since they all produce dander. However, if you are looking for a Golden Retriever dog breed that has hypoallergenic traits, we recommend the Goldendoodle. The Goldendoodle is a crossbreed of a Golden Retriever (of any color) and a Poodle. Having a Poodle parent makes this mixed dog breed hypoallergenic because Poodles are among the hypoallergenic dog breeds.