My cuz is a real dog fan!! she has dog pics everywhere and lil dog toys.She plays like a dog too!! But one problem...She's allergic!!! her mom says no to any other animal... What should i do? ( She wants one from me because Im a breeder^^)
2007-01-04 20:52:15 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Hi Holly Hobbie!!
There is no dog breed that is truly non-allergenic (not allergy causing) because all dogs produce dander (shed skin cells), saliva, and urine. You can be allergic to the dog dander, dog saliva, or both. Urine is less of a problem since dogs usually potty outside. Pet hair itself is not an allergen, but it can collect dander, dust, and pollen.
People with pet allergies have supersensitive immune systems that react to harmless proteins (allergens) in the pet's dander, saliva or urine. These allergy-producing proteins can cause nasal congestion, sneezing, itchy and watery eyes, skin rashes, headaches, fatigue, coughing, shortness of breath, wheezing, and serious asthma attacks. This can happen within 5-30 minutes or occur much later as a delayed reaction. Based on pet allergy sufferers' testimonials, it is possible to be allergic to all dogs or only to certain breeds.
The word hypo-allergenic (less allergy causing) is typically used with skin care products that tend to be less irritating to sensitive skin. Sometimes people also call "low dander" dog breeds hypo-allergenic, low allergy, or allergy friendly.
Some dog breeds supposedly produce less dander than others, and many people who are mildly allergic to dogs can tolerate some of these "low dander" dog breeds with proper environmental controls. Be careful though, as there are no guarantees. People's pet allergies vary greatly. Severe pet allergy sufferers may not tolerate any dogs at all, even with the best environmental controls.
The ideal choice, of course, is to have no dog.
If it is your cousin's that is allergic to dogs, think twice before getting a dog. Is it really worth it to put your cousin's through possibly severe allergic reactions just to have a dog?
Is your heart broken because you not had to give away your cousin's dog due to allergies? Sorry, but she is small bebi
... may also to recommend - visit your allergy specialist with your cousin and to get are advices.
Jason Homan
2007-01-05 02:05:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
What can you do.... if you say no, its a huge family feud. I would have a talk with her about the responsiblities of owning a dog and how it might not be a good idea if you are allergic and maybe suggest some breeds that are hypo allergenic. If she still insists that she would like a dog from you, give her a dog under the understanding that if she is unable to keep it, to return it to you.
2007-01-05 04:58:18 · answer #2 · answered by Canadian Girl 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It's risky, because if it turns out she can't live with the dog, because of the allergy, the poor dog will have to go, and I don't know if he will find a home easily if he has grown up. So I would say to give her one of your own adult dogs -not a puppy - on a trial basis, say for a week or a month, but she must know it's only there for a limited time. If everything turns out to be Ok, give her a puppy, if not, get the dog back and don't give her a puppy.
2007-01-05 05:29:00 · answer #3 · answered by cpinatsi 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Getting run over by a train can be deadly. Would you sit on the tracks if you already know what the consequences will be?
The kid will get sick and the pup will end up in the pound.
Think.
Buy the little one a stuffed dog that looks similar to what you bred.
2007-01-05 07:26:44 · answer #4 · answered by woooh! 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure what type of dogs you breed but York Shire Terrors and sometimes poodles tend to have a lesser effect for people who are normally allergic. I can't remember exactly what it is that makes them different but she might be able to adopt one of those without any problems.
Also make sure she's aware of the responsibility of owning a dog and that she's ready for one.
2007-01-05 05:17:15 · answer #5 · answered by Typhoon 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Give her another soft toy Dog, and tell her that you'll give her a real pretty one when you can lookafter a dog.
2007-01-05 05:25:24 · answer #6 · answered by cutie 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
First you need to ask her if she is able to take pills, then ask her to subscribe to allergy pills if she really, really, really wants this dog.............
2007-01-05 04:57:28 · answer #7 · answered by Shawn H 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
If she can look after - give her one
2007-01-05 05:10:53 · answer #8 · answered by Neighbour 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
ask her what her mom will say about that
2007-01-05 04:57:46 · answer #9 · answered by Leveler 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋