Minimize Pet Allergies
Bringing home a new pet is an exciting event. But that excitement can give way to sniffles, itches, and tears if someone in your home is allergic to the new pet. The good news is there are things you can do to minimize pet allergies in your home.
According to the Humane Society of the United States, approximately 15 percent of people are allergic to dogs or cats. Common symptoms of pet allergies are sniffling, sneezing, and watery, itchy eyes. Out of the two million people who are allergic to cats in the U.S., about a third of them live with at least one cat in their household, despite their allergies.
All Animals Can Cause Allergies
Most allergists agree that contrary to popular belief, there are no “non-allergenic” breeds of dogs or cats. Even hairless breeds, and soft-haired breeds like poodles can cause allergies. This is because the hair is not the part of the animal that causes allergies. Allergens are produced in the saliva, skin glands, and urine. The most common cause is dry skin called dander. So it’s possible to be allergic to any animal, even one that's bald.
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