My wife and I got a pug awhile back. I had severe reactions (sneezing, watery eyes, etc) and sadly, we had to take him back. My wife and I were very very sad and I felt a lot of guilt because it was like taking away her baby. Very difficult. I really want a dog and I realize that there are no 'actual' dogs that are fully hypoallergenic. My question is how much of a difference should I expect in my reactions to a hypoallergenic dog (such as a poodle/maltese mix) than a non-hypoallergenic dog?
2006-09-20 04:25:55 · 7 answers · asked by omaha_24 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Sometimes it's not worth the risk. However, if you find any one of these following breeds in a nearby breed rescue, you can visit and see how your reaction will be PRIOR to your next adoption. Good luck.
American Hairless Terrier
Airedale Terrier
Basenji
Bedlington Terrier
Bichon Frise
Border Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Chinese Crested (hairless)
Havanese
Kerry Blue Terrier
Maltese
Miniature Schnauzer
Portuguese Water Dog
Puli
Shih-Tzu
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Spanish Water Dog
Standard Poodle
Standard Schnauzer
Tibetan Terrier
Toy Poodle
West Highland White Terrier
Wirehaired Fox Terrier
Yorkshire Terrier
2006-09-20 04:30:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
What you really need to find out is if it was the dog's hair or dander....there is a huge difference. PLUS there are meds now that we can take that are non-drowsy prescriptions to help us be able to have dogs that we normally could not have.
I am including quite a few links in relation to the differences and what dogs are considered hypo-allergenic, which there really is not such a thing....but like I said, you need to know if it was the dander or hair.
Read below...but I also included the link for this as well..
Good luck!!!
What does "hypoallergenic" really mean?
To be hypoallergenic is to have a decreased tendency to cause allergies. Hypo means less, not none. Hypoallergenic dog breeds will still produce allergens, but because of their coat type, will typically produce less than others. People with severe allergies and asthma will still be affected by a hypoallergenic dog.
There is no such thing as a non-allergenic dog.
What coat-type makes the difference?
There are two coat types that produce a lesser amount of allergens: single-coated dogs, who do not have a thick undercoat, and hairless dogs. However even hairless dogs can produce enough dander to to affect a highly allergic person.
Hair-less Dog Breeds
Xoloitzcuintle (Mexican Hairless)
American Hairless Terrier
Chinese Crested (Hairless)
Peruvian Inca Orchid
Some of Single-Coated Dog Breeds
Chinese Crested (Powder Puff)
Poodles (all sizes)
Schnauzers (all sizes)
Portuguese Water Dog
Bichon Frise
Soft-coated Wheaten Terrier
Coton de Tulear
Kerry Blue Terrier
West Highland White Terrier
Bedlington Terrier
2006-09-20 11:36:48 · answer #2 · answered by thedothanbelle 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
It depends on how bad your allergies are.
Some people find they have less problems with poodles and such but some have worse problems.
I try and tell pepole with allergies to accept the fact and stop trying to force something into your life that your bady can not deal with. No one should have to live all the time sneezine and watery eyes and miserable just to have a pet.
Maybe a bird would be a better choice for you.
2006-09-20 12:01:43 · answer #3 · answered by tlctreecare 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a maltese/poodle and no allergic reactions whatesoever. My cousin has horrible allergies and he doesnt get a reaction from my dog. It probably depends on the dog but I would go for a maltese/poodle. Or you can get any dog you want and get allergy shots. My cousin has 4 dogs and has allergies so he gets allergy shots once a month and he is fine.
2006-09-20 12:02:24 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Shih tzus are also great with people how have problems. I have sold alot of my dogs into homes where people have the same reactions as you did. They don't have ANY problem with shih tzus. I have a friend that raises shih tzus too and she can't be around pugs and other breeds like that. Well she has no reaction with her tzus. The reason why people don't have problems with a shih tzu is because they have hair not fur. And they don't shed eather!!
Hope this helps you.
2006-09-20 12:20:21 · answer #5 · answered by Justsomegirl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Allergies To Pet Owners from Pets
http://www.petskare.com/category/Allergies-To-Pet-Owners-from-Pets.html
2006-09-21 06:37:52 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The allergy is probably to salivary antigens that the dog makes. So the amount of hair is not the issue. Poodles are supposed to be reletively hypoallergenic.
2006-09-20 11:30:29 · answer #7 · answered by drbee 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋