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Check nowThe decision on whether or not to welcome a dog into your home requires a lot consideration, especially if you suffer from a pet allergy. In order to make this decision you may be wondering which dog breeds, if any, are least likely to bring out your symptoms. So, to help you out, I’ve put together some information on the issue. Taking on a dog is a huge commitment so it’s important you’ve thought it through thoroughly beforehand.
If you have a pet allergy but still wish to get a dog you may have come across the term “hypoallergenic dog breeds”. This refers to a type of dog that is supposedly more compatible with someone who has an allergy, perhaps because its fur needs less grooming or because it doesn’t shed its fur. There is often the belief that these “hypoallergenic dogs” will not cause allergy symptoms but unfortunately this simply isn’t the case.
That’s because most people are allergic to animal dander, meaning the saliva, urine and dead skin cells of dogs, rather than their fur. All dogs produce these things so regardless of their breed or their type of fur, they still have the potential to bring out allergy symptoms. Even a hairless breed such as the Chinese Crested Dog could cause issues for an allergy sufferer! So, it’s important to bare this in mind if you are considering getting a so-called hypoallergenic dog as, regardless of its title, it may still cause problems.
I wouldn’t like to be the one to put you off giving a rescue dog a new and loving home if that’s what you want to do. However, just remember that there’s no guarantee that the animal won’t cause congestion, watery eyes or constant sneezing. The decision is yours – many people put up with allergy symptoms because the thought of giving up their dog is more painful!
If you’ve made the decision to take on a dog but you or a family member suffers from an allergy, here are a few simple things to remember:
As I’ve mentioned, there is no dog breed that can be deemed allergy-free but there are some that, for a few reasons, are preferable if you suffer from an allergy.
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Although no dog is guaranteed to be allergy-free, there are some that should definitely be avoided if you have an allergy.
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If a dog allergy is causing problems, you may wish to address your symptoms.
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