2007-10-23 20:06:12 · 16 answers · asked by fungirl 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Check on line. There are now 2 or 3 breeds that are hypo-allergenic. One is the poodle and not sure what the others are and I seem to remember that they're a little pricey.
Get yourself a faux fur pillow - they're great for cuddling. You just won't get a response as you would a puppy. Sorry, Love, I know it's sad but how about making your allergic sibling your pet instead? They need the loving, too!
2007-10-23 20:53:51 · answer #1 · answered by menome b 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the others, maybe you should try another pet. I'm not sur ebut I get the impression your on the younger side and let me tell you, puppies are alot of work! My dad let me get one when I was 14 and it sucked (I'm older now). They whine, need lots of attention and in my case, I had to pay for all food and all shots. It takes alot of responsibility. Now in the case you can get one, I have horrible allergies(the runny nose, sneezing asthma, the works). I recently got a chihuahua (at the recomendation of a allergist because I wanted a dog soooo bad) and its been great! She also suggested poodles.No sneezing, no itchy skin just alot of time to spend on my new baby. Other good pets are birds (fun to train, highly intelligent but best in warmer climates), Lizards ( I had two chameleons that were a blast) and last but not leat, fish (seem boring) but its alot of fun when you have a bunch of them to watch! Hope this helps...
2007-10-24 05:29:31 · answer #2 · answered by wintersnight20 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It's not the fur ppl are allergic to, it's the dander. I grew up severely allergic until my doctor said I could have a poodle. I've owned poodles now for the last 35yrs. They don't shed, They don't dispense allergens, they have sweet dispositions and are incredibly intelligent to train.....Good luck!
2007-10-24 03:22:03 · answer #3 · answered by Mare 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
wait until life really begins for you, as you enter adulthood, you don't have to worry about issues like this. Life is so much better when you grow up! Just be patient and try to find other pets you can have in your household like fish or reptiles. Snakes are pretty cool pets sometimes.
2007-10-24 03:12:12 · answer #4 · answered by lakotamalik09 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
its not the hair.. its the dander and dried saliva.. you can still be allergice to a hairless dog!
Sorry, but your sibling's health just has to be considered. Your sibling may grow out of the allergy as he/she gets older.. its possible. Otherwise, you will just have to wait until you can move out and get your own place to get a dog.
You may be able to consider another pet until then.
2007-10-24 03:27:54 · answer #5 · answered by Nekkid Truth! 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My wife was allergic to cats, but really wanted one. Six months of injections later she is fine and we have two cats and two dogs.
If you and your sibling are close then perhaps you can get them to help you out and get the shots.
2007-10-24 07:04:15 · answer #6 · answered by Reddii 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well, you have to be considerate. try to think of yourself as the sibling with allergies. my suggestion is try to get a pet that has no fur, fishes maybe or pet turtles, even birds, like a mynah or parrot.
2007-10-24 03:10:04 · answer #7 · answered by quia_nazarene 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bichon Frise (a cousin to the Maltese) is a good option to consider for those that are allergic to dogs. To learn more about the Bichon Frise please check out: http://www.bichonfrise.org
2007-10-24 03:34:54 · answer #8 · answered by sokokl 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Actually, dogs that do not shed might work. Many breeds, poodles and terriers for instance, are potential candidates for highly sensitive people.
2007-10-24 03:10:29 · answer #9 · answered by Gauffsa 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Get a poodle, shih tzu, or lhasa. They dont have fur... they actually have hair, and are hypoallergenic.
Check this out:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypoallergenic_dog_breeds
2007-10-24 03:09:23 · answer #10 · answered by catwomanmeeeeow 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋