2007-03-05 05:08:37 · 18 answers · asked by fishandchips 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
A hairless dog, such as the chinese hairless is really the only option, oh, or a yorkie, they don't shed and won't cause allergies.
2007-03-05 05:59:04 · answer #1 · answered by environgrl 2 · 0⤊ 4⤋
It depends on exactly what about the dog she is allergic to. There are hairless varieties of dogs out there if she's allergic to the hair, like the Chinese Crested. There are also shed-free dogs like the poodle. However, if it is the dander she is allergic to then she may not be able to get a dog at all since all living creatures shed dead skin cells throughout the day. One way to cut down on the dander of a hairless dog is to keep his body rubbed lightly with baby oil, that way the dead skin that comes off will not float in the air to be inhaled. Another option is allergy shots (for your mother). People's immunity to animals can be built up using a series of shots (My brother had this done since his girlfriend has cats). Sometimes, just taking an antihistimine can help too. Good luck!! :)
2007-03-05 05:25:48 · answer #2 · answered by oneblackhorse 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I would have the dog spend some significant time in your home before deciding. No dog is truly hypoallergenic and if your mother is allergic to dogs, any dog will set her off. As a severe asthmatic i can tell you that this is no fun and it would be horrid to get a pet and then find out that you simply can't keep it. Take a pet on a trial basis, find a dog like a poodle that is not a big shedder. Take time to ensure the house is cleaned regularly, especially vaccuming and try getting a HEPA air filter which will help remove allergens from the air.
2007-03-05 05:16:06 · answer #3 · answered by SC 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
there are a number of belongings you're able to do...first of all, i could advise sorting out so called "hypoallergenic" breeds. There rather isn't any such element, yet there are breeds that do properly with many persons that have allergies and hypersensitive reactions. My aunt has a Devon Rex (I published a link to a internet site so which you will discover)...they are rather candy cats and their fur is so unusual, it rather is exceedingly much like lambs wool or something. It does not shed and additionally they have not got the conventional dander that cats have, it rather is what makes people allergic. i think of they supply the impact of being like little gremlins... my aunts has greater of a siamese seem to it. in any case, you may desire to get a hepa filter out to your place, and use a vaccumn with a hepa filter out in it. I additionally use Febreze allergen reducer which you may desire to spray around the domicile on fixtures or different places the cat is going. The febreze supposedly traps the allergens so as that they are no longer flying all over the domicile, and it variety of feels to help me. in the experience that your mom is prepared, she will take a daily allergy medicine like Singulair or Zyrtec. I take Zyrtec for indoor/outdoor hypersensitive reactions, and it works great, additionally attainable over-the-counter now. Or your mom can get month-to-month allergy photographs. i be responsive to that a organic bred cat could be high priced, even nevertheless it could in all hazard help plenty. Thats a small fee to pay once you fairly think of roughly it. good success!
2016-09-30 05:48:44 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suggest a stuffed toy dog.....allergies are one the main reasons animals are re-homed.....if she has allergies you can never be sure that whatever animal you bring in will not make her react....it is not fair to the animal to be put into a new home start getting comfortable and happy and then the allergies are too much and you are looking for someone else to take the gypsy dog......please stick with inanimate pets for her...
2007-03-05 06:19:08 · answer #5 · answered by dragonfly 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Although NO dog breed is 100% hypoallergenic, there are several breeds who have minimal shedding and loss of dander, which is the cause of allergic reactions.
The schnauzer, poodle and bichon frise are all well known for their minimal shedding, hence making them quite good for people with allergies.
Keeping the dog well groomed, clean and removing hair from living areas on a daily basis also helps keep the allergens to a minimum.
2007-03-05 05:13:12 · answer #6 · answered by Templarwhip 3 · 7⤊ 0⤋
there's not many dogs you can get! you can get a hairless but they are alot of work! you would have to but a sweater on it and sunblock! plus those dogs can be around a few hundred to a thousand dollars! I would think a poodle of some type. they don't shed! and you can find some fun breeds like the pug-a-doodle which is a pug and well you can see.... but if her is allergic to that she can alway bath it once a week! I have a cat and I'm allergic to it! she just getts a bath once a week! good luck!
2007-03-05 05:18:27 · answer #7 · answered by Roni Lynn 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
The best thing to do is look at hybred dogs such as yorkie-poo's Terry-poos. these are yorkie/terrier poodle mixes and most poodle mixes are nonshed dogs with no dander. Great for people who have allergies. I have a yorkie-poo and my sister has a terry-poo. Her live in bf has bad dog allergies and he has no problems with either dogs. they are small and spunky, mine loves to play and loves to cuddle all the time. most are more yippers but my yorkie is the quietest dog i have ever seen he never barks.
2007-03-05 05:15:05 · answer #8 · answered by resqshanna 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Irish Terrier
2007-03-05 05:17:24 · answer #9 · answered by sity.cent 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Shitzu's are supposedly "Hypoallergenic" - they cause less allergies than most other breeds because they do not have the undercoat that causes the majority of shedding and hence, allergies.
2007-03-05 05:13:05 · answer #10 · answered by eliz_esc 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
A Bichon Frise. My friend has asthma and this breed hasn't caused any problems for her.
2007-03-05 05:34:03 · answer #11 · answered by MLE 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋