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45. Is my son allergic to my Welsh-Corgi? Monday, 18-Sep-00 14:28:53 63.28.52.5 writes: My son is allergic to dust, dust mites, molds etc. He is currently getting shots weekly. Recently he has had some asthma episodes. We have a hepa cleaner in his room, bagless vacuum, a special air filter on the furnace, all the allergen bedding. My husband thinks our hairy corgi dog is a big problem. When my son was tested he didn't have much of a reaction to dogs. I really don't want to get rid of my dog but would if it would help my son. Does anyone have any thoughts on this. 46. My girlfriend is SEVERLY allergic!!! HELP!!! Sunday, 24-Sep-00 01:00:49 152.18.60.54 writes: Ok, So I LOVE dogs. I've always had dogs growing up, and can't imagine my life w/out one. I'll be moving off campus soon, and can't imagine doing so w/out getting a dog. I've had labs all my life, and it's just a natural part of me to have one! Only problem is... I also can't imagine my life w/out my girlfriend... who practically implodes whenever dogs are within 82 miles of her... Her syptoms are: She gets very rashy, breaks out into hives wherever the dog touches, very itchy, sort of gets cold-like symptoms no breathing problems though When she takes a shower, the hives go away and she's fine. She's not allergic to the fur as much as the saliva, so the dander-free dogs don't offer much of an alternative. If ANYBODY has any way for me to be able to keep my girl AND get a dog I'd be perfectly willing to offer them my ETERNAL GRATITUDE as a reward!!! Please respond by e-mail!!! Thanks, Peace, 47. getting a dog Monday, 25-Sep-00 18:42:24 205.188.198.154 writes: My sister has a really bad allergy to dogs and I really love dogs and want to get one. What should I do? Should I take the risk of trying to get a dog? Or do you know anyone that has ever been in the same situation? Fred McGornal --- Re: getting a dog Monday, 02-Oct-00 02:38:52 203.109.250.96 writes: I have the same problem....i love dogs and my brother is athsmetic. im getting a breed that doesn't shed hair....there are many sites that talk about these kind of breeds...if u cant be bothered then simply go to ur nearest libary....i am going tomorrow...if u e-mail me ill tell u which bredd im geting.... --- Re: getting a dog Tuesday, 03-Oct-00 12:29:57 207.0.52.242 writes: Try getting a Bichone Frise. They are non-shedding and hypo-allergenic. --- Re: Re: getting a dog Friday, 10-Nov-00 18:22:11 209.130.143.244 writes: Motherduck says that if you really love your sister, you will not compromise her health by adding to her problem. Allergies can become more severe with prologed exposure. Your sister could very well become asthmatic within a short time after exposure. You will have invested money , time and emotion into a pet that you cannot keep. Your sister will be as heartbroken as you, and end up feeling guilty about the whole thing. It is also very unfair to the dog, who will learn to love you, and then have to get adjusted to a new home, that is , if you can find one. Life is hard enough, don't make it harder! Motherduck 48. puppy hair vs adult dog hair Friday, 29-Sep-00 07:24:04 63.24.121.178 writes: last year we purchased a black lab pup, she was 6 wks old. we had her spayed in oct. Since then it has gone down hill. I did not have a problem with her as a puppy, since i do not have allergies and it was summer, windows all open. after she was spayed she is like pig pen dropping un-believeable amts of hair. I could clean 24/7 and she just keeps dropping hair everywhere. this is the first dog we have had in the house. we have a kennel outside. i bath her frequently, tried all kinds of supplements, to help her stop shedding, and it doesn't work. now with the fall and winter coming, our windows are closed. my eyes itch, throat tightens, and nasal cong. with a cough. i want her to go out to the kennel, but my husband says i am the only one who has this problem. i ended up with sinus infections, needing meds for it. I don't know what to do! I have tried allergy meds. and they don't help. please help, i am desperate. --- Re: puppy hair vs adult dog hair Monday, 18-Dec-00 12:26:39 64.210.241.101 writes: i have a a.c. and heating filter that might help. i am a dog lover also,but if your husband is non-caring he must be very immature so get rid of him. 49. allergic to dogs, and there is one at work. Friday, 29-Sep-00 21:31:16 216.58.9.93 writes: i work in a nursing home as director of activities, and i am allergic to dogs. last year a new patient was accepted into the nursing, and she brought her dog. i had to have tests to confirm my allergies, and the dog was to be confined to the patients room. but lately other staff let him out all over the place, so naturally i felt it. i have to take medications every day, they do not seem to understand and say that i don;t like the dog. as anybody had this problem. and what are my rithts as an employee. thank you marie-france --- Re: allergic to dogs, and there is one at work. Saturday, 30-Sep-00 05:34:55 63.24.123.250 writes: I am going through the same thing, but it is in my home. My husband and son feel i should go and get shots to be able to live here. we are married 43yrs and i am ready to go out on my own. they think i hate the dog too. but i am the one that has been home with her for over 1yr training her. as for your problem, go to the directer of nursing or the labor board. you should not have to put up with this, nor put meds. in your body to be able to work. they should let this person have someone bring her the dog on weekends for visits. they wouldn't let a relative move in with her so why a dog. good luck. ct 50. New allergy to old dog pal, friend Tuesday, 03-Oct-00 15:00:36 209.180.185.201 writes: My dog's a terrier-border collie cross that I've had 5 yrs. and love. She loves to nap on my bed(double bed), and there was probably an accumulation of fur (etc.?) on my blankets when allergy symptoms appeared big time (nasal congestion and phlegm way down in throat)one night after I went to bed. Next morning I laundered all bed linen and blankets and kept her out of the bedrm. and have had no more allergy symptoms since. How can I prevent my allergy from getting worse? What other precautions should I take? I had cats for years before I became so allergic to them I had to give them away, and I still love cats and loved them a LOT. I don't want to become allergic to my wonderful dog. HELP! 51. Allergic to Dogs? Saturday, 14-Oct-00 08:32:09 209.240.220.185 writes: I have 2 Maltese's and my niece has allergy's.When she is visiting and after she go's home, there is never a problem with her allergy's from being around my dogs. I have read alot of articles on the Maltese breed and from having 2 of them, i would highly recomend this breed for people that are allergic to animals,but want a pet anyway. 52. HUSBAND ALLERGIC TO NEW PUP Wednesday, 18-Oct-00 13:29:59 209.149.216.2 writes: CAN SOMEBODY PLEASE HELP WITH MY NEW SHIBA INU'S (JAPANESE DOG) REACTION FROM MY HUSBAND. SINCE HE WAS LITTLE, NO ALLERGIC REACTION TO A DOG, NOW THAT WE HAVE A GEORGEOUS PUP, YOU GOT IT, HE'S GOT IT (BAD.) SNEEZING AND SORE THROAT. THIS DOG IS OF ALL THINGS, DOUBLE COATED. PLEASE LET US KNOW WHAT HE CAN DO. I WOULD APPRECIATE YOUR COMMENTS. I LOVE THIS LITTLE GUY TO DEATH, THE BIG ONE TOO. I DON'T WANT TO LEAVE THE LITTLE GUY OUTSIDE OR GIVE HIM AWAY. HE'S JUST TOO SMART AND CUTE AND I LOVE HIM TO DEATH. PLEASE H E L P!!! THANK YOU, THANK YOU. --- Re: HUSBAND ALLERGIC TO NEW PUP Friday, 10-Nov-00 18:01:42 209.130.143.244 writes: Hi. I'm sorry your husband seems allergic to your new puppy. Has he been tested by an allergist to confirm that the allergy is really from the dog? Sometimes a person who is allergic to somethings else (like mold , dust, food allergies etc.) but only slightly allergic to the dog, can have severe allergic reaction when exposed to too many allergens all at once. Sadto say but this happened to my husband when I brought a cat home. He was'nt aware that he had so many allergies allready....just slight headaches & sometimes a stuffy nose. When the cat was added....booom!! He suffered asthma attacks. I was very fortunate to find a loving home for my pet, but I cried and cried. It was difficult, but I was very fortunate that my husband was able to fully recover.Good luck, and get that man of yours some Claratin. It will not cause drowsiness, and might buy you some time until you can figure this all out. God Bless. Suzanne 53. boxers Sunday, 22-Oct-00 23:01:22 205.188.197.154 writes: What does anyone know about the boxer and dander? do they produce a lot? If you know please feel free to e-mail me. Thanks for the help. oz --- Re: boxers Wednesday, 06-Dec-00 09:04:16 12.20.72.18 writes: Just bought 15wk old boxer and I have been getting hives if there is alot of contact with his coat and saliva. I havent had the normal red itchy eyes or stuffy nose like I get around cats or some other dogs though. I have used a solution on his coat to reduce the dander and seems to help,... only a little though. Good luck... 54. dog versus cat allergy Tuesday, 24-Oct-00 23:52:20 209.53.253.8 writes: I am on a waiting list to get a cavalier king charles spaniel puppy. It[s the only type of dog I can see myself with;small but not yappy. My problem; I am deathly allergic to cats (asthma & hay fever) but as yet have had no such reaction to dogs. But I[m paranoid that I might invest all this time, money and energy in a pup just to have to get rid of it! On the other hand, I don[t want to forsake the pleasure of owning a pet for myself and my two daughters for what might just be an insecurity; anyone have comments or advice^ --- Re: dog versus cat allergy Sunday, 29-Oct-00 23:36:26 205.188.193.32 writes: HI- I've also got asthma and allergies,severly to cats and to most dogs.. I had the opportunity to be in a car with a cavalier breeder and I did have a terrible reaction in just a couple of minutes.. what i'd suggest is finding a cavalier breeder and spending some time with the dogs to see your reaction, maybe even a couple of times. Good luck 55. Bischons or Poodles Thursday, 26-Oct-00 19:20:31 206.131.149.12 writes: I have heard that Bischons or Poodles work well for people with pet allergies. Does anyone have any information on either of these two breeds? Carney --- Re: Bischons or Poodles I have heard that with poodles. They don't produce a dandruff in their fur that most dogs do. Saturday, 18-Nov-00 20:28:48 209.244.150.14 writes: Michelle --- Re: Bischons or Poodles Monday, 18-Dec-00 21:34:01 63.59.84.65 writes: My mother suffers from allergies and asthma...we heard the same thing about poodles but she cannot be around them and has a pretty bad reaction to them...We did borrow a bichon and she didn't have a reaction to her..so we are in the market for one of those...I cannot say they don't cause allergies and from what I was told each person is different but I would think perhaps Bichons are your best bet to try 56. papillion Sunday, 29-Oct-00 23:43:20 205.188.193.32 writes: HI- I was wondering if anyone has had any experince with papillions.. i really want to get one or two(!) but i'm wondering how high up on the allergy scale they are. i currently have a sheltie who sheds like crazy and i am allergic to her but my husband refuses to let me try and find her a good home..so i do the best i can. thanks 57. Which Kind? Wednesday, 01-Nov-00 11:43:51 165.154.200.134 writes: I am about to get a guide dog. I have the choice of Labrador Retriever, Golden Retriever, and German Shepard. I would like to know which breed would be better to have in a home with individuals with allergies. Also what form of treatment would you recomend? Please send your replys or advice to me at: countrygirlsrule@hotmail.com I appreciate it. Thank you. 58. Are there dogs whose saliva is less allergenic? Tuesday, 07-Nov-00 11:58:15 208.35.132.3 writes: My wife got an allergic reaction after being licked on her neck by a poodle puppy. Any suggestions on how to deal with this other than a) not getting the puppy; b) not being licked? Are there other breeds whose saliva is less likely to cause a reaction? --- Re: Are there dogs whose saliva is less allergenic? Tuesday, 14-Nov-00 00:36:49 12.72.33.58 writes: I am allergic to certain types of dog hair/breeds and saliva. I have found that as far as the saliva goes puppies give me more of a reaction than adult dogs, so maybe an adult dog would be better for you than a pup. I don't know if there are certain breeds with low allergen saliva. Individual dogs vary greatly in how much they lick people. I have three dogs and two do not lick at all, the third one I have to keep after not to lick me and she has learned what "no lick" means. Bathing the dogs often (once or twice a week) keeps the salavia on the skin/coat of the dog from building up and causing you a reaction. If I don't have time for a full bath I just wipe them off with baby wipes. --- Re: Are there dogs whose saliva is less allergenic? Saturday, 18-Nov-00 20:27:10 209.244.150.14 writes: I have the exact same problem. If my dog gets a bath every week I'm fine. Plus, I visitied a breed of dog a couple of months ago, he liked me several times and had no effect. I hope to get one one day but the breed is called a Basenji, if you want to research it. It's a really beautiful breed. and small, 20-30 lbs. Michelle 59. STAFF x BULL T Wednesday, 08-Nov-00 13:41:43 195.92.65.233 writes: I recently acquired a staff cross bull terrier pup. The pup lives in a insulated dog house outdoors. Everything was all good for the first few days. I then sprayed my dogs house with flea killer and as soon as i came in my house and removed the gloves the top side of my hands were all red. And now i have got an infection on the top of my hands that is spreading, i am uncertain if it is the dog or the flea spray- my condition is geeting worser. I have NO other symtoms such as red eyes, or runny nose or headaches. I FEEL PERFECTLY NORMAL. I am 16 and i have been begging my parents to get me a dog since i was 11 and i dont want to get rid of it. Am i alergic to the dof or the flea spray? --- Re: STAFF x BULL T Friday, 10-Nov-00 18:08:37 209.130.143.244 writes: Maybe you are allergic to those latex gloves. Allergies to laxtex in gloves can be so severe that most doctors offices are going "laytex-free". The flea spray could do it too. If you brake out in hives when the dog licks you though, you are probably allergic. See an Allergist. You may have to go to your regular doctor for a referral to an allergist though, depending on your parents insurance coverage. Good luck, and dont forget to ask God to help you through this situation. Suzanne --- Re: STAFF x BULL T Thursday, 21-Dec-00 09:51:42 204.213.189.25 writes: I have allergies to latex and it sounds like if the gloves were latex that may be the problem. Red spots/welts on the backs of hands is a fairly common allergic reaction to latex gloves. Hope it isn't your dog. Good luck. Lori 60. children and dogs Sunday, 12-Nov-00 09:00:46 24.65.18.58 writes: My 4 year old son has mild asthema and allergies - but the past year has been a lot better. Dr's won't diagnose him as he has been too young - and medication isn't essential. When's ok to start thinking about a dog? Should I chance it or wait until my son gets older? Could I be promoting a problem? 61. Allergies or flu? Monday, 13-Nov-00 23:12:59 24.130.184.159 writes: I just adopted a pit bull/peikeneise mix, and broght it home on Saturday - since then I have been laid out with sore throat, watery eyes, runny nose, headaches and fatigue. I have never been allergic to anything before in my life (I have taken care of my friends dog (a beagle) for a weekend and been fine)- does anyone have any advice as to whether this is allergies or if I just caught the flu at a bad time? New dog owner 62. allergic to dogs Saturday, 18-Nov-00 13:39:09 205.188.197.41 writes: I am terribly allergic to dogs and have a terrible tlme if a dog has been in the house where I go. I take anti-histamines, which send me to sleep, not very sociable. Anyone got any good ideas. dave --- Re: allergic to dogs Monday, 20-Nov-00 00:23:56 63.199.224.5 writes: Here is a web-site that can help: http://members.aol.com/AHTerrier/allergyb.html 63. Dogs for those with allergies Wednesday, 22-Nov-00 12:59:33 24.17.222.92 writes: I have a 6.5 year old that has asthma and wants a dog. I have seen the web site that includes the "safer" dogs on that scale. However, I was raised with a Lab and I wonder if you have any experience with Lab's as a possibility for a child with allergies? Also, are there any other dogs that I can consider. Thanking you in advance, --- Re: Dogs for those with allergies Thursday, 21-Dec-00 09:39:25 204.213.189.25 writes: Labs are a high shedding dog. In my experience they aren't suitable for people with allergies. If you are looking for the lab temperment do some research on Labradoodles. They are a lab / poodle cross that was originally bred to be service dogs that would cause less allergic reactions. Also, the soft-coated wheaton terrier has a reputation for being friendly and good with kids without causing allergy problems. There are some available for rescue at www.petfinder.com Lori 64. What to do? Friday, 24-Nov-00 14:10:16 149.99.203.207 writes: My family wants to get a dog for Christmas. I know I have some allergies to furry ones, especially cats. The kind of dog we would like to get is a Boxer. I don't know yet how I react to them. My question is this. Are Boxers going to give me trouble? The choice I have been given is a Boxer or nothing!! Sandra :-( --- Re: What to do? Wednesday, 06-Dec-00 08:58:48 12.20.72.18 writes: I have very bad allergies to cats and some dogs. I just purchased a 15wk old boxer pup and I have been getting hives from his saliva and and from his dander when we play around and if have alot of contact with him. I havnt had any other problems except for that. The hives usually subside within 45 minutes or so. Ive put a solution on his coat that is suposed to reduce the dander and it seems to help a little,...but I dont think there is anything you can do for the saliva. No problems with airborn allergies with him around though. Hope this helps... 65. dog allergy Sunday, 26-Nov-00 13:45:36 152.163.197.72 writes: I am very alergic to my maltese, sneezing, stuffiness etc. I understand there are products that you can rinse the dog in to keep the dander down. Where can I find them and are there different kinds that work better??? I wash him once a week. Give him a little oil in his diet. Brush him frequently. Keep his coat fairly short.Keep him out of the bedroom. What else can I do? 66. My child is allergic to our Malamutes Wednesday, 29-Nov-00 17:28:26 207.70.49.4 writes: Does anyone have a good vacuum (not a rainbow) that works great with dog hair? We are not giving up our dogs, but out 2 year old is highly allergic to dog dander:( 67. Help! new dog/nephew vomiting mucus ... Tuesday, 12-Dec-00 14:45:39 208.59.247.8 writes: Help please, thank you. My brother got a yellow lab about 3 months ago. My nephew, 14 years old, has been sick with a hacking cough for about a month. The doctor gave him general cold and flu medicine the first 2 visits and last monday, december 11th, finally gave him an antibiotic. It has been a week and he is still gagging and vommiting mucous and phlegm and has now missed another two days of school. He NEVER misses otherwise. His face appears swollen. Since the antibiotics should be kicking in and he's getting much worse, can I assume he's allergic to the dog? And that he CANNOT get better with antibiotics? He lives in Red Bank, NJ, any recommendations? 68. Basenji? Wednesday, 13-Dec-00 14:27:01 216.164.46.140 writes: Hi My husband wants to get a Basenji. I have allergies and I am very weary about getting this dog. We have a pomeranian and I am fine with her. Does anyone have any experience with allergies and a Basenji? Any advice would be helpful-thanks
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