Before I come see you, how can I deal with dog allergies?

It is terrible to have to re-house an animal, especially if you are the one doing it.  When I hear stories, the allergies are not always known or the animal seems fine as a little puppy but then when they are bigger, they start and become intolerable.

First, plan ahead.  The hypoallergenic breeds are:

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Frankly, I have seen so many poodle combinations, I am beginning to wonder if every animal will one day all dogs will be related to a poodle.  This is not to complain, my dog is a Bernadoodle and I will never get any other type of dog.

Test or babysit for one of these.  Understand that hypoallergenic does not mean nonallergic, though.

Make sure the parents do not have any skin issues themselves.  Often, an animal is more allergy-causing because it sheds more of its dander.  This can happen in animals that are prone to skin issues…just like humans.

Have the animal groomed but not so frequently that you dry out the skin.  That will provoke dermatitis, or skin inflammation, and cause more shedding and therefore more allergies.  There are a few allergy-reducing shampoos for dogs that may be helpful, as long as they do not irritate your dog’s skin.

Watch out for adolescence…just like humans shed more when they are in adolescence, so do animals.  This is the peak time for patients to come in due to allergies to their animals.

Limit the number…the more animals, the more dander; the more dander, the more allergies.

Get a high-quality air purifier to help get rid of the dander.  Don’t forget to change the filter regularly.

Finally, if you have tried all of the above and still have allergies, consider allergy shots to your dog.  You can opt to limit to one shot, which limits expense, as well.

If you have allergies to your puppy or dog, give us a call for testing or treatment today! Call 480-500-1902 or request an appointment at https://relieveallergyaz.com/contact now!  Begin your allergy testing journey with Dr. Wendt at Relieve Allergy in Scottsdale, Arizona—It’s time to take care of yourself!

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DISCLAIMER: This blog is not meant to substitute for medical care by an Allergist-Immunologist nor is it intended to provide medical advice or imply a Physician-Patient relationship with its readers or their family. It is intended to provide guidance, direction, and moral support from someone experienced in testing and treating allergies. This is also not meant to be a “do-it-yourself” manual or a “how to” overcome your allergies. Some of the issues mentioned, whether allergic or look-a-like, can be dangerous or if left unchecked, deadly. Please develop a relationship with a Physician you trust to help you with diagnosis, advice, questions, and treatment regarding your and your family’s medical conditions.