Hi Anonymous,
Thank you for your question and for finding EmpowHER. The University of Arizona received a grant for "a biomarker study to define how dogs present in the home near the time of a child's birth decrease her/his risk for asthma."
It is also believed but not proven or dis-proven that having a dog in the home may help decrease symptoms of asthma by decreasing blood pressure and anxiety. However there also are some allergy sufferers who are particularly susceptible to pet dander, so a non-shedding pet or one that is cleansed and brushed often may be the best bet. I'm interested to learn where you heard this from? You may want to ask your doctor what he/she suggests to ensure proper treatment of your asthma.
Good luck! Let us know what you find out, and how you are doing.
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Hi Anonymous,
April 15, 2011 - 8:49amThank you for your question and for finding EmpowHER. The University of Arizona received a grant for "a biomarker study to define how dogs present in the home near the time of a child's birth decrease her/his risk for asthma."
It is also believed but not proven or dis-proven that having a dog in the home may help decrease symptoms of asthma by decreasing blood pressure and anxiety. However there also are some allergy sufferers who are particularly susceptible to pet dander, so a non-shedding pet or one that is cleansed and brushed often may be the best bet. I'm interested to learn where you heard this from? You may want to ask your doctor what he/she suggests to ensure proper treatment of your asthma.
Good luck! Let us know what you find out, and how you are doing.
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