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Allergic to Dogs? - bb Archives p.1 Apr 21, 2000 - Jun 24, 2000
"Allergic to Dogs?" discussion board is about humans being allergic to dogs. These are the archives. Any message posted on the "Allergic to Dogs?" forum expresses only the views of the author of the message and does not necessarily reflect the views of the board administrator.
1. Welcome to the improved "Allergic
to Dogs?" board! Message: --- REPLIES --- Re: Welcome to the new "Allergic to Dogs?" board! My son is allergic to cats and want to get a miniature dachshound. What do you know about allgeries to this breed. Connie 2. saliva allergy? Message: Marie - MStover@zbzoom.net --- REPLIES --- Re: saliva allergy? It is very common for people to be allergic to the saliva of dogs and not the dander. Take some of your dog's saliva and rub it on a specific spot on the underside of your child's forarm. If he breaks out, you don't need a test...he's allergic. My allergist told me to do that with peanut oil for my son, since he is allergic to peanuts. Not everyone who's allergic to peanuts is necessarily allergic to the oil. Sharon C. 3. dog vs. boyfriend Message: any input would be appreciated thanks --- REPLIES --- Re: dog vs. boyfriend There are strategies for dealing with allergies - shots and other meds among them. Take your boyfriend to a doctor for tests, and make sure to wash the dog and its bedding frequently. From what I understand, brushing your dog frequently (outside, perhaps) may help, by getting all the good oils into its fur, and lowering the release of flaky dander. It may make things easier if you keep the dog out of a "safe" room in your place - the bedroom or the dining room or something, where your boyfriend may be able to breathe a bit easier. Good for you for not giving up your dog! Like I said, there are things that can be done to make the situation easier on your boyfriend. Good luck. Bat Girl Re: dog vs. boyfriend There is also a special allergy shampoo you can try. Watch out for the shots- they are not good for you over time. Sharon C. Re: dog vs. boyfriend Well talk it over with your boyfreind and if he doesn't want to get shots decide. If you want to spend a couple more years with your dog or you could spend your whole life with your boyfriend. I would choose boyfriend. 4. To Shih Tzu or not to Shih Tzu ? Message: We've narrowed our dog search to 2 breeds: Bichon Frise or the Shih Tzu. My husband likes the look of a Bichon Frise, but my daughter likes the Shih Tzu. My vote doesn't count since I like a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. Since the Shih Tzu is not commonly listed as an option for allergy sufferers, I wondered why that is so. Please respond to the shih tzu's ommission and any light on the differences between the breeds would be greatly appreciated. Thank you :) snajean --- REPLIES --- Re: To Shih Tzu or not to Shih Tzu ? I have the same exact question, so if you find the answer please let me know Elaine Re: To Shih Tzu or not to Shih Tzu ? Bichons lose a minimal amount of dander. Some dogs shed/lose dander more often than others. There are also hairless dogs. Chinese crested and Hairless Rat Terriers Sharon C. Re: To Shih Tzu or not to Shih Tzu ? I have not seen Shih Tzu listed as being less dander producing, so I did not include it on my list. Besides, I used to have a friend whose mother had two Shih Tzus. I got asthma attacks when I was around those dogs. Keeping the dog's fur clipped short and giving it frequent baths with a mild dog shampoo might help. Kristi Re: To Shih Tzu or not to Shih Tzu ? To tell you the truth I don't know exactly how allergic I am to dogs (I mostly hang around with my own Shih Tzu and a Bichon) but I do know I am allergic. The only time I really have any reactions to my Shih Tzu is when I am grooming, otherwise you would never know that I am allergic. So I think that Shih Tzu is better than some other dogs for allergies. Note: Shih Tzu's need alot of grooming so if you were to aquire one and if you have allergies you might have to send it to a groomer frequently or get this product called AllergPet. I am not sure how well that works because I just wash my hands and face frequently throughout the grooming process. 5. Daughter allergic to dog Message: --- REPLIES --- Re: Daughter allergic to dog I would keep the dog and try to get rid of the dust-mites!Because if you give your dog away and then you figure out you could of kept him/her you would be upset. So I would keep her. Re: Daughter allergic to dog First I would try to control the dust mite problem.
Get rid of carpeting, get dustmite proof bedding, try an air
cleaner, etc. Try to keep the dog out of your child's bedroom. if
you have to give up the dog there are some breeds which are more
suitable for allergy sufferers lists are avail at
www.dogbreedinfo.com/aalergy.htm 6. jack russells? Message: Any help would be much appreciated. --- REPLIES --- Re: jack russells? I can't answer all of your questions, sorry, but thought you may want to know that my sister has two jack russels and they are heavy shedders. My bil is allergic to most all of the great outdoors and can tolerate the dogs pretty well. this seems contradictory, but I hope it helps you. Jen BTW: The best dog I ever owned was a jr mixed with a border terrier. I miss him every day. jen 7. hairless dogs and the asthma
sufferer Message: 8. Dog saliva allery Message: 9. Dog House Allergies Message: We recently purchased a home and didn't think the previous owners had a dog. Less than a week into the new home I started having slight symptoms of what I get whenever I am around Cocker Spaniels. My wife then found out from neighbors that the previous owners did have one. The previous owners were great and really cleaned up the house before we moved in, specifically steam cleaning the carpets. I am not going to die but I am having difficulty sleeping at night and wake up exhausted everyday. Any recommendations? Thank You! CNO --- REPLIES --- Re: Dog House Allergies CNO It takes about two months for a house to be free of allergens after a dog has been removed. If you have been in your new home for longer than that, you might consider it is something else you are allergic to. Did the previous owners also have cats? It takes two years for their dander to go away! You might also want to check the humidity levels, if they are above 40, dust mites could be causing your problems. Good Luck! Re: Dog House Allergies It is very important to keep the bedroom as allergen free as possible. Do a super thorough cleaning of your bedroom including the floor, walls, blinds, curtains etc. and get rid of anything in that room that could give you an allergic reaction. In addition, getting a HEPA air cleaner would allow you to breath cleaner (less animal dander containing) air during the night. For many people with allergies, having a HEPA air cleaner in their bedroom makes a big difference in how they feel in the morning! kristi 10. TV writer needs help with dog
allergy question Message: In a script I'm writing I have a character who owns a dog and takes a girl out for a date. The girl then gets an allergic reaction due to his dog and this then puts a question mark against their future relationship. However I think it's a bit too contrived if the girl goes back to the guy's house on the first date and makes contact with the dog there. I'm wondering if she could have an allergic reaction by just kissing the dog's owner. I thought that maybe the dog could have been licking the guy's face beforehand, or maybe his clothes contain some of the dog's hairs. Is it possible to have an allergic reaction to the dog without meeting it? Could the dog's owner carry something to set the allergy off? If anyone can help me with this question I'd be eternally grateful. Thanks, --- REPLIES --- Re: TV writer needs help with dog allergy
question Yes, it is possible to have an allergic reaction to a dog (or actually to its dander) even if the dog is not present. For example, the man's dog could be sleeping on his sweater while it was draped on a chair or sofa. The man would then dress in that sweater when he goes out with his girlfriend. During the date, the girl will put her head against his chest and thus against the sweater as well, and, of course, she would have an allergic reaction to the dog dander on the sweater. How's that for a script? :o) kristi Re: TV writer needs help with dog allergy
question What you propose is quite plausible. I have gotten itchy and broken out in hives after kissing or being touched by my husband after he has petted a dog. In fact, some times when I've felt a bit itchy I have then interrogated him,"Did you wash your hands after playing with that dog??" If a dog had licked his face, and then I had contact with his face, I'm sure the same thing would happen. good luck. JS Re: TV writer needs help with dog allergy
question I apparently have a severe skin allergy to dogs. All I have to do is walk in a house that has a dog and I start itching. At that rate, the girl in your script would start scratching as soon as she entered the guys house.. or, say, sat down on his couch.. *scratch, scratch, kiss, scratch.. 11. Italian Greyhounds and allergies Message: Turtle --- REPLIES --- Re: Italian Greyhounds and allergies A person I work with is medium- to -very allergic to dogs, and he says he has been exposed to whippets and greyhounds with no problem. A vet friend of mine also recommended greyhounds as a low-shedding, very sweet pet. Crittergirl 12. Which breed? Message: Ann --- REPLIES --- Re: Which breed? find a friend who has a dog you like and hang out with it for awhile...see what happens.. you can be allergic to not only specific types of dogs but specific dogs...my little girl is not allergic to yellow labs in general but is allergic to ours... 13. yellow lab Message: 14. Cesky Terrier Message: 15. New breeds to add ! Message: To see this new breed of Toy Dogs go to: 16. Boston Bull Terriers and Pugs Message: 17. hypo allergenic dogs Message: |
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