Fact: Dander is what causes allergies in some individuals, not pet hair. Since all dogs have dander, there are no allergy-free breeds. There is, however, a lot of breed-to-breed difference in dog allergen, so you may tolerate one breed better than another. In cats, the most common allergen accounts for 90 percent of the allergies, so if you're allergic to one cat, you're most likely allergic to all. Myth: Continuous exposure to pets will decrease allergies. Fact: Continuous exposure to pets will not decrease allergies. The best way to relieve symptoms is to remove the pet from the home. If removing the pet is not an option, pet owners should keep the pet out of the bedroom, bathe the pet weekly to reduce the amount of allergens in the air, have a non-allergic family member brush the pet outside, and clean the animal's cage or litter box frequently. Use a HEPA filter in the bedroom and remove carpets. |
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