Dog Allergy

If you are a dog lover, who suffers from dog allergy, but could not contemplate being without a canine friend, you should consider owning a hypoallergenic dog. Some people will tell you that here is no such type of dog, but they are mistaken. Hypo means less, not none, so a hypoallergenic dog breed is less likely to trigger dog allergy. However, and this is perhaps where some confusion creeps in, there is no such thing as a non-allergenic dog.

Hypoallergenic Breeds of Dog

When choosing your new best friend, you would be wise to consider his coat type, if you suffer from dog allergy. Single coated dogs, and hairless dogs, are considered to be hypoallergenic, but even hairless dogs, may induce dog allergy, in some allergic people.

Hairless Dog Breeds include:

Mexican hairless
American hairless terrier
Chinese crested hairless
Peruvian Inca Orchid

Single Coated Dog Breeds include:

Chinese Crested (Powder Puff)
Bedlington terrier
Portuguese Water Dogs
Poodles
Bichon Frise
West Highland terrier
Schnauzers
Kerry Blue terriers
Lakeland terriers
(This list is not exhaustive)

Dog Allergens

Particular allergens that cause dog allergy include, dander, which is comprised of dead skin cells, saliva, and urine. A common misconception is that hair, or fur, are the allergens that cause dog allergy, but it is more likely that dander, and the dry saliva left over from licking, are the culprits. It is not difficult to understand that there are no breeds that are totally non-allergenic.

Although contact with the dog allergens, can trigger the symptoms of dog allergy in a matter of minutes, sometimes they are delayed and appear much later.

Controlling Dog Allergy

If you are a dog allergy sufferer, and even if your dog is a hypoallergenic breed, there are precautions you can take to further reduce the risks.

Place Your Bedroom Out of Bounds

It may seem harsh to place your bedroom out of bounds, but for the sake of the prevention of dog allergy, you should do so. Even those who find it difficult to be separated from their pets need a space to call their own. In any event you can’t relate to your dog when you are both asleep. If you fit an air purifier or air conditioner in your bedroom, keep the door shut, and ensure that it is spotlessly clean, your dog will soon get the idea. More so if you create a space for him outside the bedroom, which is equally amenable to his needs.

Vacuum and Other Cleaning

Dog and other allergens can be trapped in carpets, and other furnishings. Special vacuum cleaners are available with high-grade hypoallergenic bags. Hard floors are more suitable than carpets, which harbour dog and other allergens, as well as hazards such as fleas. Most dogs get fleas at some time, but there are some extremely effective treatments, although many people omit to treat their carpets, which may perpetuate the problem.

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