Dog Allergies?
ByBeen thinking for a long time and I’d really enjoy having a dog! Only problem is, I’m allergic. It’s definitely the saliva, but I’m not sure if it’s anything else. After playing with dogs, sometimes I miss a spot when I’m washing my hands and I get little itchy bumps (hives) that disappear after about ten minutes. I’ve got asthma too (moderate persistant).
Can anyone give me some advice on how to live life with a doggie if allergic? (Is there safe medicines?) I would really really like one, and I’ve been researching on the hypoallergenic type. The Chinese Crested (hairless) seems like a good choice, to reduce dander. Also, is there any type of dog that seems to work best with this type of allergy? Maybe different saliva? Or tends not to lick as much? I’d appreciate all anwsers. Thanks! ^__^
5 Comments
November 12th, 2009 at 11:32 pm
I found this web site by someone just like you – allergic to dogs and has asthma – and thought you would find it informative and helpful.
Best of luck.http://sweet-lucys.com/allergybreeds.htm…
November 13th, 2009 at 3:43 am
I have the same allergy to both cats and dogs. If their saliva gets on my skin I break out in red welts and they itch. If I wash with soap and water right after I pet them then I don’t break out. I’m not sure about finding a breed that you wouldn’t be allergic to since it’s their saliva you’re allergic to and not so much the fur/dander. It’s difficult because I love animals and I want to be able to pet them and play with them but I can’t without breaking out.
Maybe I’ll just get some fish.
November 13th, 2009 at 5:14 am
my grandson has very bad asthma and my daughter got a toy poodle.this works great but he isn,t allergic to dogs so that works for him.this little dog loves to lick you.he is so cutr,he dances on two legs without being taught.but the licking may not agree with you.maybe talk to a vet because they know animals better
November 13th, 2009 at 9:53 am
You need to be careful, especially since you have asthma as getting a dog could make your asthma much worse. There is not such thing as a non-allergenic dog, although single coated dogs are not as bad as double coated dogs. If you do decide to get a dog, make sure you can return him/her if you have problems. You’ll need to wash your dog at least once/week to decrease the allergens that get on the fur.
Allergy shots can greatly decrease allergy and asthma symptoms.
November 13th, 2009 at 12:09 pm
get a dog that does not have alot of hair sry i dont know what to do i have 2 dogs i love them 2