My daughter had a Ridgeback and he was everything you mentioned. We miss him. I have a poodle, and they are great for certain allergies. I am extremely allergic to my sister’s Goldens, but not my poodle. But they are high maintenance. If you don’t want to groom a dog, do not get a poodle. Although, they are the smartest dog out there.
There are a couple of breeds, poodles being one that has hair and not fur. I think thats why they have less dander, but I wouldn’t bet more than 50 cents on it....:O) I just heard it someplace...