Allergies & Cures

Once you notice that you have watery eyes, runny nose and you sneeze all the time, you should consider getting tested for allergies. And if you have a dog, maybe he is the cause for your allergic reaction – after all, there are no dog breeds that are trully non allergenic because all dogs produce saliva, urine and dander. But some dogs seem less likely to trigger allergies mainly because they seem to have less dander when compared to other breeds.

A dog allergy triggers reactions that include fatigue, headache, coughing, wheezing, itchy watery eyes and sneezing. Also, a dog allergy can cause an asthma attack that can happen in less than 5 minutes.When dealing with a dog allergy, you may use special skin care products on your pet in order to try and reduce the amount of dander he produces. Here are some tips for you to use in order to reduce your allergy symptoms.

• Start by using natural products designed to boost your own immune system. Also, you may consider undergoing a detox in order to remove the accumulated toxins from your body.

• Look for a dog breed – purebred or mix- that has low dander and shedding. For instance, you can go for breeds such as Poodle or Bichon Frise because they have less dander. Some Terriers are likely to be low dander dogs as well.

• Next, you should take your dog to the groomer in order to have him brushed and washed at least once a week in order to avoid the accumulation of dander.

• Vacuuming your house on a regular basis is another wise thing for you to do in order to keep the dander levels low. By vacuuming your hose on a regular basis, you will keep shedding and hair to a minimum level.

• Have a HEPA filter installed in your furnace because such a filter has been created in order to keep allergies, including your own dog allergy, out of the air. A HEPA filter will help you reduce the frequency of your dog allergy attacks.

• Also, you should check into the nutritional supplements that were created especially for dog allergies. For instance, you should pay a visit to your local health food stores and ask about these nutritional supplements.

• You must make sure that your dog is kept off your furniture – teach your pet to stay off your bed and armchair in order not to shed in all the areas you are most likely to be all the time.

• Finally, you should check with a professional about getting the necessary and regular dog allergy shots because these shots can help you avoid future allergic reactions to your beloved pet.