About Pet Allergies

Ivory Baxter asked:


Are you a pet owner?  With the popularity of household pets, there is a good chance that you are.  If you are a pet owner, what type of pet or pets do you have?  Popular household pets include cats and dogs.  Unfortunately, with many household pets, including cats and dog, many pet owners develop allergies to their beloved pets. Are you one of those individuals?

If you are allergic to your family cat or dog, or any other animal for that matter, what do you plan on doing?  Unfortunately, a large number of individuals make the decision to get rid of their pets.  While this will completely solve the problem, it can’t always be done. There are some individuals who love their pets too much to get rid of them. It may also be even harder to get rid of your family pet, especially if you have children. It has been noted that children attach quicker to family pets, when compared to everyone else.  If this is the case with your pet and your family, you will not necessarily want to get rid of your pet, but you will need to look for alternatives.

One of the reasons why pet allergies are such as problem is because of the air particles that are created, from those pets.  These particles often come from pet hair or droppings.  To eliminate or reduce this problem, and maybe even your allergy, you will need to have cleaner air. While this may not sound like something that would be easy to do, the reality is that it actually is.  All you really need to do is purchase an air purifier.

The easy part is making the decision to purchase an air purifier. The hard part comes when you need to make the purchase.  It has been noted that all air purifiers are effective at eliminating air particles caused by pets, but they are not all the same. That is why it is important that you know what you are buying. A little bit of research online and you will walk away well informed.  It may also be a good idea to examine air purifiers that specifically mentioned pets on their boxes or in their product descriptions. These types of air purifiers are often better, when it comes to eliminating harmful pet pollutants from the air.

Although an air purifier can help, there are also some things that you may want to do.  One of those things is keeping your pets in a specific area of your home. Everywhere that your pet travels, pollutants and air particles will be left behind.  Unfortunately, most air purifiers are not designed to treat a whole house. In fact, many air purifiers can only control the air in one room, sometimes three rooms, at the most.  Therefore, the less space you allow your pet to invade, the easier it will be for you to keep the air in your home clean.

In addition to improving your home’s air, you can also improve other indoor air. For instance, if you operate a business that is centered on pets, you may also be able to benefit from the use of an air purifier, especially those with a focus on pets.  Essentially, this means that whether you are a vet, a pet sitter, or a pet groomer, you should not only be able to keep the air in your home clean, but also the air in your office. There is a good chance that you would not be the only one benefiting from the purchase of an air purifier.  Your other employees, as well as your customers may also notice the improved air inside your office.

If you like what you just read, you are advised to start shopping for an air purifier.  As previously mentioned, you are advised to look for air purifiers that specifically mentioned pets.  They will be your best bet, when it comes to creating healthy, breathable air for you and the rest of your family.



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lajordinimo asked:


My friend is coming to visit. She is allergic to cats. My cat is an outdoor/indoor cat. How do I prepare my house for her visit. I can’t put her food outside, because the dogs will get it, so she’ll have to come inside. BTW I have hardwoods floors, not carpet, that is a plus right? please help

thank you

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AlexM138 asked:


I had a dog when I was a kid and I’m looking to get one again as an adult. But I think I have developed an allergy to dogs since I had one (about 12 years ago). Anyone allergic to their pets but can still tolerate them with the help of allergy medicine? If so, what do you use?

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Fox Gibson asked:


About two weeks ago I adopted a male rat from my local pet store. He was supposed to be a feeder rat for snakes, but fortunately for him I took him home with me instead. Lately however, I seem to itch on different parts of my body…primarily my hands and fingers. Do you think I may have a serious allergy to my new pet? And if so is there much I can do about it? He is very young so its vital that I try to socialize him as much as possible while he is still small. Will washing my hands too often dry them out? (Making them more sensitive to his tiny sharp nails?) Any advice will be much appreicated. THANKS!

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celinachanel asked:


I have a maltipoo right now, and we are currently looking for a dog that can help protect the family.or what mix breeds out there give less problems? also less grooming is always a plus!no poodles

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Darrin Reservitz asked:


Have you just found out that you are allergic to your beloved dog? What a terrible thing to happen! Sadly, you have to make your peace with that. However, if you decide that not even a dog allergy can come between you and your pet and parting ways is definitely an impossibility, you have to be willing to make the necessary adjustments in your lifestyle so that living with the source of allergen becomes a possibility. Perhaps the first thing you’ll want to look into is allergy elimination and deal with the problem at its source.

With much admiration for your conviction, we furnish you a list of steps you can take to reduce your dog allergy symptoms. Just to get it out of the way though, we have to state that complete avoidance of dogs will work best for your allergy. And now, dodging your dagger looks, we proceed with the list.

Pet

• Bathe him frequently, perhaps even twice a week.

• Rid your pet of allergens that collect on his coat. Wipe him down or rinse his coat with plain water. Other allergens mixed with even just a little dander can still launch a dog allergy attack in you.

• Give your pet a daily brushing and, if possible, spray him with allergy-reducing products. It is best to do your brushing outdoors.

• Make sure that your dog’s skin is healthy by giving him the necessary nutrients in his diet and food supplement.

• Do not risk your pet breeding and increasing the number of allergen sources. Have him fixed.

Home

• Keep the dog away from the bedroom. Always keep the door and air vents closed.

• Keep the dog off carpets. It is better if she spends more time outdoors.

• Vacuum religiously.

• Purchase an air cleaner. Products such as air filters are good for allergy elimination.

• If you cannot strip all forms of carpeting off your home, make sure that you steam-clean them, as well as all upholstered furniture.

• Wash and change bedding and draperies often.

• Keep your dog off the furniture. Wipe down all hard surfaces to get rid of accumulated dander, the usual culprit behind dog allergy,

Personal Care

• See your allergist and discuss possible immunotherapy and other dog allergy elimination techniques.

• Stock your medicine cabinet with allergy remedies.

• Get allergy shots.

• Wash your hands thoroughly after touching your dog or any of his things.

It may seem like too much trouble, but this is what it takes to keep a dog in your case. Hopefully, your pet’s response to your affection is enough to help you deal with the symptoms or even, miraculously, promote total dog allergy elimination.



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MrsMama21 asked:


We want to get our daughter a cat, because shes love them so much. But I’m kind of allergic, but not violently. And an outside cat in our area isnt an option. I can go to a friends house where there are cats and be fine as long as I dont touch my eyes or sit on anything with lots of fur on it. But I’m used to being careful. With my own cat, I would like to be able to hold and pet it without worrying about all the dander flying in my face. I would prefer not to take normal allergy meds, all that I have tried make me sleepy, even “non-drowsy” ones. Plus I’m not fond of the idea of taking a drug everyday. Does anyone know of any natural allergy treatments? I’ve seen them for plant allergies, but do they work for pet allergies, or is there a different thing for that? Also, is there an allergy shot that you can get?

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Shane O’ Casey asked:


I’ve been taking care of my friend’s snake for the past 4 days and a day into having it in my room, I have had chest problems. tight when breathing, harsh coughing, fever/chills and sweating, and the feeling of exhaustion that comes with those. It’s in a typical terrarium which smells kinda bad sometimes. So could I be allergic to the smell of the snake or its poop, or anything? or possibly mold inside.. anything?

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MCStylin asked:


People who suffer from dog allergies tend to have a very tough time being around dogs in general making it miserable for them to have a pet dog. Their allergies flair up and bring about terrible sneezing, stuffy noses, skin rashes and watery/itchy eyes that they develop while in the proximity of dogs. Luckily, there are special types of dog which are considered hypoallergenic dogs that can allow someone with dog allergies to still have a canine pet.

Generally dog allergy symptoms develop because of allergen particles which are given off in the air from dog skin and hair. The allergens mostly come from things the dog hair has come into contact with such as dust and pollen, which trigger allergies. People who have dog allergies have immune systems which tend to be weaker when they are in contact with the various allergens, triggering the various symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing and skin rashes or hives. To further illustrate why dogs can cause allergies for some people, dogs which have more hair tend to pick up more of the allergen particles. Therefore someone who suffers from dog allergies would want to avoid dogs like the German Shepherd, Irish Setter or Afghan Hound.

The alternative to having no dog whatsoever is to choose a dog which will cause less or minimal allergies. Hypoallergenic dogs are dogs that create less allergens in the air due to their physical size and fur lengths. Some of these dogs have very minimal shedding of their hair which helps to reduce the chance for any allergen particles being sent into the air. It’s important to note that no dog is considered truly hypoallergenic, because all dogs give off some degree of allergens, and dog allergies can be different from person to person.

There’s several potential pets that a person with dog allergies can consider. Breeds of dog such as the Pomeranian, Irish Terrier, Samoyed, Portuguese Water Dog and Miniature Schnauzers are considered great pets for those with dog allergies due to minimal shedding or dander. The Incha Orchid, Chinese Crested, American Hairless Terrier or the Mexican Hairless are also great choices as these dogs are almost all hairless. Also consider the environment or living arrangement when choosing the dog. Dogs such as Irish Terriers and Poodles tend to do better with families while Portuguese Water Dogs and Chihuahuas are better with one person.

When selecting a prospective pet dog, one of the best pieces of advice for the prospective dog owner who has dog allergies is for that person to spend at least 30 minutes around the potential pet dog. This can help the individual gauge whether or not that dog will be right for them, or cause them to suffer from dog allergies. If the dog being considered lives at a breeder far away, sending a piece of clothing is an alternate way to test things. Once the clothing item has been placed near the dog for a day or so it can be sent back for the individual to test by wearing or smelling to see if it causes any allergy problems.

People who enjoy the companionship of having a pet dog yet have allergy complications don’t have to be pet-less. A hypoallergenic dog can provide the perfect solution to allow a dog allergy sufferer to have a pet dog while cutting down on the coughing, sneezing and irritations that come with allergies.



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Kate Tilmouth asked:


When we suffer an allergic reaction it can affect either our breathing or our skin but when a cat suffers an allergic reaction it is much more likely just to affect their skin. With around 15% of cats suffering from some sort of an allergic reaction you would think that cat owners would be very aware of the problem, however this is not the case and when a cat scratches excessively the first thing most people think or is a flea infestation.

Symptoms of an allergic reaction can vary from cat to cat and from the type of allergen involved. However common symptoms are, severe scratching and itchy rippling of the fur, sneezing, face rubbing, excessive grooming causing bald spots to appear, eye and nose discharges or breathing difficulties although this last one is rare. In some cases small hives can appear on the skin which look like little raised circles, these hives will be very itchy for your cat but will normally disappear within 24 hours.

With 15 % of cats suffering from some sort of allergic reaction it is important to know what the possible causes of these allergies could be, to be able to eliminate them from the cat’s environment if possible. There are four main possible things that could cause an allergic reaction in your cat and by experimenting with use and then removing it from the cat’s environment, it should be possible to discover the actual cause.

The first thing to consider is the type of food you are feeding your pet. Although most of the main commercial cats foods claim now to contain only the best ingredients there main be certain additives in the food that may affect your cat or it may simply be that the cat is allergic to a certain food type such as tuna. Try a different brand of food at first, if there is no difference then change alter the type of food i.e. chicken instead of fish.

Some medications including some vaccines can cause and allergic reaction in some cats. However cases of an allergic reaction are rare and although there is no way of knowing this before hand it should not prevent owners from protecting there cats from far more harmful illnesses. Most allergic reaction if caught early enough should be able to be successfully treated by a vet.

One of the most common things that can cause a cat allergy are insects and parasites. A sting or a bite from a garden insect although generally completely harmless and only mildly irritating for most cats can cause a slightly more severe reaction in some cases, but is generally not long lasting. Fleas are generally the most common parasite that can cause a nasty itchy in some cats from their bite. It may not necessarily mean that the cat is infested with fleas, as only one bite can cause the reaction. Although the symptoms are short lived, it may be severe enough to require an antihistamine injection from a vet, usually where the cats scratching is breaking the skin and causing bald spots. Making sure that the cat is regularly treated for fleas should prevent the allergy in the long term.

As in humans, cats can also be allergic to airborne allergens such as pollen, grass seen, mould and household chemicals such as air fresheners or cleaners. Obviously the owner cannot do much to eliminate the natural airborne irritants from the environment but ensuring that the cat is not present when household chemicals are being used could prevent any adverse reactions.

In most cases the symptoms of an allergic reaction should clear up fairly quickly once the allergen is removed from the environment. It is the responsibility of the owner to try and discover the possible cause of the allergy to prevent the cat from suffering unnecessarily. In severe cases or where the allergic reaction is occurring often without the cause being discovered, a vet should be consulted to provide regular medication to relieve the symptoms.



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