I want adog but my fiance is allergic, is it possible to own a doberman and get used to an allergy?

Question

I know that you are can get poodles that dont shed, but i am not interested in the breed at all. I Love Dobermans and have always wanted one, thats the kind of dog that my fiance wants too. we recently moved in with people that owned cats and we were both allergic, and in time we just got used to it and wernt allergic anymore. I know there are dander reducing shampoos and i can get a hepa filter and it should make a big difference. Has Any one had any experiance like this? Any information would me appreciated. I have Also been getting mixed results on the question do Dobermans shed, some people say they dont shed at all and others say quite a bit.. Thanks for any info..

ok i think that i did mention that

ok i think that i did mention that this is the dog that my fiance always wanted as well, i am not forcing him to do anything, and it is not a matter of who i love more, i just wanted to see if anyone had similar problems... Thanks for all the responses..

Answer 1

Best to avoid the pet. If the problem is REALLY bad, he can go through allergy therapy ... but that takes 3 to 5 years. See below for details...

Dog Allergy: Patients allergic to dogs are allergic to the dog's saliva and dander. However, an allergy to dogs is easier to manage than a cat allergy because dogs are often kept outside, or at least out of bedrooms, and they get regular baths.

As with a cat allergy, the best way to address a dog allergy is to remove the animal from the home, but medications or allergy shots are other options.

The medications used to treat animal allergy are similar to those used for other allergies, such as hay fever and asthma. These include antihistamines, nasal steroid sprays and asthma pills and sprays. You and your allergy specialist should discuss which of these medications would best suit your symptoms. Allergy shots, another treatment option, work by gradually building your immune system's tolerance to the culprit allergen. This process usually begins with weekly injections and ends after three to five years of therapy, with a good chance of no recurring allergy symptoms. Although roaches and dust mites may not be your idea of pets, getting rid of these creatures may significantly improve your tolerance of the pets you love.

Answer 2

All animal's dander can make a person have allergic reactions. If you go to the doctor they might be able to give you an allergy shot for your allergic reacation. Taking the dog to get a bath and groomed monthly will also help out also. When at home make sure you brush the dog daily to help with shedding issues. (yes they do shed) Also, close off your bedroom doors so the dog does not go into your bedroom. Wash and spray items that dog lays on with lysol or some pet odor eliminator this may help also. Good luck.

Answer 3

I have owned dobermans for 17 years.
They shed quite a bit. It is short hair but they shed as do most dogs.
They have dander problems and some more than others but blue or fawn dobes are very bad for dander and skin problems.
They all have a fair amount of dander. To much shampooing can make that worse not better. Even with dander reducing shampoo.
If you are allergic I would look at other breeds.
Also if you live with other people dobes are not your best choice.
They are very very active dogs and have huge exercise requirements. You are going to have to spend lots of time training these dogs and they really do best in a home with adults and no kid and no other dogs. Some will not tolerate cats at all.
There may be better choices for a pet for you.

Answer 4

Well I have a Cavalier you could get some Dobaliers. But hell that wouldn't serve a purpose expect maybe lap dog that will protect you...or maybe not...the Cavalier would soften the Dobermans mean side. Yeah..that is it! How bout my American Bulldog? We could get American Doberdogges Bigger and more powerful than the Doberman to appeal to the gansta's. But I do like the idea of pocket egyption blue bullies. That would be sooo kewl! Altho Bassets short legged stealthy Dobie is a good idea too. Oh, Oh, but the hairless Dobie would be great for my kiddos allergies. OH FORGET IT! I am PMSing and just need one of those Tampoms!!! Send it quick...I'll paypal you the money. It will be under 2# right??? Cuz if I cannot fit it in my tiny little Gucchi bag I will be torqued. In all seriousness tho...when I read about the "TamPom" I almost peed myself laughing!!!

Answer 5

all dogs shed. Poodles are an exception because they have HAIR, not FIR... more like people. Which usually keeps the shedding down and is less likely to cause an allergic reaction. And it is NOT how much an animal sheds that causes allergies, it is the DANDER from their skin (and also their saliva) you can't stop any creature from shedding dead skin cells.

listen, you are going to have to deal with not having pets. When I got married, my husband had a cat - since the cat moved in, I have NOT gotten used to him. I cant breathe, have developed ASTHMA, take pills every day and if I want to breath and stop having a clogged sinus, I have to take prescription pills every morning, sudafed and a sleeping pill to go to sleep at night AND I have to rinse my nasal cavity twice a day with a saline solution. I get sinus infections often. I love the cat, but he will be our last. We use dander reducing shampoos, hepa filters, special carpet shampoos, special mattress cover, pillow, etc. You can't expect to get used to a serious allergy.

Don't be selfish, this could make your fiancee MISERABLE, so really think twice. And if he says NO, and you do it anyhow, I would reconsider marrying him because you have no respect for him.

Answer 6

Dobermans will definitely shed and anyone with allergies will be miserable at best or very ill at worst.
How much do you REALLY know about Dobes, other than that they look cool? They are very smart and very needy dogs that hate to be left alone. Dobies with separation anxiety can destroy your house or jump thru a window - I've seen one chew a hole entirely through an interior wall to get out of the room he was locked in. If you're a runner who works at home, you will love a Doberman; if you're never home and don't have time to exercise one, the poor lonely dog will destroy your house.

Consider a Standard Poodle - the big ones.
http://www.akc.org/breeds/poodle/index.cfm
They are smart and funny and if you keep them clipped short, they look neat. But first, have your fiance' spend at least a few hours around them. Some people can be so allergic that the dander (dandruff) from the dog's skin bothers them.

Find a good breeder by going to www.akc.org or talking to people at dog shows. You can also find info about the breed clubs on the akc site - they probably have a rescue group where you can get an older dog for less money. The best breeders will be members of their breed club, promoting healthy dogs with great temperaments. They should ask you a bunch of questions to make sure their puppy will be getting a good home. If all a "breeder" seems to care about is whether your check will clear, you can be sure he won't care a week later when the pup is dying from distemper or parvo and you want your money back.

Whatever you do, DON'T go to a pet shop, a flea market or buy one sight-unseen off the Internet!!!! You'll pay top dollar for what is usually a poor quality puppy mill dog. And you'll be supporting one of the cruelest industries in the country. The breeding animals are often kept in deplorable conditions - spending their entire lives in small wire-bottomed cages. They probably haven't been vaccinated against contagious diseases or tested for any health or temperament problems or genetic diseases - that costs money and cuts into their profits. A female is often bred every time she comes into heat. When her poor little body can't take it any more, she is often clubbed in the head and tossed into a dumpster or an open ditch. Most puppy mills ship their pups to pet stores at wholesale prices and many pups die before they even get there.

These so-called "breeders" have now figured out that they can use the internet to ship a dog directly to the customer and thus make more money by cutting out the middleman. If you buy a dog from out of state, good luck getting your money back if there's something wrong with the pup. These people count on you becoming instantly attached to the poor little guy and being willing to spend hundreds or thousands of dollars at the vet to treat whatever is wrong with him.


BEFORE you get any dog you should read some great books on training. (Try not to pick books randomly - there are a lot of bad books out there also!) These are some of my favorites and you can get them on Amazon.com
What All Good Dogs Should Know – Volhard http://www.volhard.com/
Good Owners, Great Dogs - Brian Kilcommins
Dog Tricks : Eighty-Eight Challenging Activities for Your Dog from World-Class Trainers by Haggerty and Benjamin
Don't Shoot the Dog - Pryor
Training Your Dog: The Step by Step Method - Volhard
Dog Problems - Benjamin
Cesar's Way - Cesar Millan
Also, watch the Dog Whisperer on the National Geographic Channel. Cesar Millan is the best trainer I've ever seen on TV.
http://www.dogpsychologycenter.com/

Answer 7

There are alot of other breeds that don,t shed Terriers for instance are a breed that has hair not fur. When you get a dog with hair they do have to be groomed and bathed more often but that will cut down on any possible allergies

Answer 8

they do shed quite a bit,i owned 4 of them for many years,before my children came into my life,the fur is not what causes the allergies,it's the dander.I am allergic to cats as well but always seem to end up with one and i get used the symptoms as well,I guess you and your fiance will have to decide if he wants to try and get used the allergies,or he can talk to his doctor about taking medication for the allergy.
It will have to be decided between the two of you.good luck:):):):)

Answer 9

You can not get used to an allergy but dobermans do not shed much so a short haired dog would be fine.

Answer 10

Among the dander shampoos, there are human meds that can be taken to reduce your allergy symptoms around pets. Have him (Or you if you're allergic to dogs as well) talk to your doctor about starting these meds and give him baths with the dander reducing shampoo as needed. Also, a trip to your local Petsmart, for example, should have other things as well for your pet to help reduce the allergens he/she carries. Good Luck!