unshedding

Retains its coat

Unshedding describes something that doesn't shed—most often applied to pets whose coats don't release loose hair: We got an unshedding breed because of allergies.

The term appears in marketing for hypoallergenic dogs and cats, though no animal is truly non-shedding.

Can also describe plants that retain leaves or materials that don't slough off particles.

cleanliness

lint-free

Releasing no loose fibers

clean clothesWashed and dried garments
low-maintenanceRequiring little care
tidyFree from clutter

pristine · spotless · upholstery · car interior · bedding · carpet · hardwood floors

breeding

designer breed

Purposefully mixed dog variety

crossbreedMixed-lineage organism
labradoodleRetriever-poodle crossbreed
goldendoodleRetriever-poodle mix

cockapoo · cavapoo · schnoodle · maltipoo · hybrid vigor · backcross · purebred

grooming

brushing

Sweeping motion with bristles

combingArranging strands with teeth
trimmingCutting away excess
clippingPiece cut out

matting · detangling · professional grooming · bathing · blow-drying · curly coat · single coat · hair growth

hypoallergenic

allergy-friendly

Unlikely to cause reactions

dermatologist-testedEvaluated by skin physician
fragrance-freeWithout added smell
gentleSoft and kind

pure · poodle · schnauzer · doodle · basenji

Opposites

shedding intensity

unsheddingshedding

Losing outer covering

molting · hairy · losing hair

Family

shed, shedding, sheds, unshed

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