We would like to add a Havanese to our family. My husband and I always had a dog. Our dog passed away 4 yrs ago before our daughter with the allergy. I have been told it is possible to have a dog with hair. I also was told that it does not matter if they are allergic to the dander or spit, hair or fur changes nothing, makes perfect sense. Has anyone experienced this situation. Our girls would like a dog in the family.
2007-02-18 06:12:21 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
my so nhas really bad allergies also, we have 2 bichon friches, they have human hair so there is no allergiy. you can have many kinda of dogs, there are poodles, they get to be 80 lbs and are great with kids, and family protectors. All poodles, bichons and etc. have human hair.
2007-02-18 06:21:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Speaking from practical experience, it is quite possible that she will grow out of it. With this being her first exposure to a dog, she has had no time to build up an immunity to it. I'm asthmatic myself, and live with 4 Great Danes. Consult a groomer as to what shampoo would be best to remove dander, and make sure it is hypoallergenic. It's the dander that is the problem, not the dog itself. Don't let the dog sleep with her. Consult a pediatrician about medication. Allergies are tricky things, what bothers her now may not be a problem later. It may need shots to desensitize her. Ask if she can take "Allerpet", a medication which several friends have found very useful. One friend is supervisor in an animal shelter, and also fosters dogs. Her new husband was severely allergic to dogs, but she didn't want to give up her work. So his doctor recommended Allerpet, and it has worked wonderfully. He is now at the point where he only has to take it occasionally, having built up enough immunity to cope with most dogs. The longhaired unbathed stray dogs are the biggest problem for him.
2016-05-24 02:50:25 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a daughter that could not be older than 4 and has been to an allergist already, I would wait on the dog and let your daughter grow into her overactive immune system. There is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog (even the hairless dogs can cause a reaction). My nephew was 4 when they found out he had multiple allergies and had to get rid of their pets (they were bad allergies). They made a good effort at reducing his exposure to allergens. When they moved and saw a new allergist, he was tested again. Half of his allergies came back as no response, one of which was dog. The Doc said he may have tested for things that he really wasn't allergic to because the first round of allergy tests was done when his immune system was in a highly reactive state. A system that isn't as stimulated and has had time to settle may not react to some allergens in a few years. Of course now Jeannie is mad because her excuse for why they can't have a dog is null and void. How bad was her reaction? I would wait. If you get a dog that is supposedly hypoallergenic but your daughter reacts to it and it has to be given away it is going to be cause bad feelings for all parties invoved
2007-02-18 06:47:31 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Everyone and their mother have an opinion about dogs and allergies. If you ask enough people (your vet and doctor included) you will get a wide range of answers based on others personal experiences.
Go to a breeder and visit the type of dog you are considering. Have the allergic daughter touch the dog as much as possible and then assess her reaction.
It may make her uncomfortable for a day or two if she has a reaction, but it's the only sure-fire way to know how she will react.
Doing so, could save you the heartbreak of finding out later and having to rehome the dog you adopt.
2007-02-18 06:48:12 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, in my opinion, I don't think I would take the risk. It all depends on how bad the girl's allergies are. If she's allergic to the dander or spit, hair or fur DOES change nothing...but the dogs will spit and probably will have dander. So wouldn't it still cause allergies? Yes.
2007-02-18 06:19:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
As far as I know, if you get a dog with fur instead of hair,the allergies should remain under control. Examples of dogs with fur instead of hair are,poodles,schnauzers(large and small breeds). It does make a difference, I would try to get your child a pet, it teaches them so many different things. Good luck.
2007-02-18 06:22:23 · answer #6 · answered by fisherwoman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i myself know beacuse i am alergic to dogs but i have 2 along with 3 birds i think what did the trick is SHORT hired dogs plus it helps if you brush the dog (s) while the child isnt aroung so the hairs dont start a choughing and or gaging fit
2007-02-18 06:22:08 · answer #7 · answered by Zoe 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i would say get a dog regarless of the alergies
i was horribly allergic to cats and after spending log long time with them i wasnt alergic anymore
your kid could get over the alergies too
2007-02-18 06:19:07 · answer #8 · answered by Here i am 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋