pet allergies

Pet Allergies Are Common Forms of Allergies

Having a pet at home is often a great stress reliever, yet allergies to pets are commonplace.

Pet dander can trigger allergies. According to a recent report, between six and ten million people (that’s approximately two percent of the population!) in the United States are allergic to cats or exhibit symptoms of a cat allergy.

Finding effective remedys for cat allergies is essential for many people. Likewise, a dog allergy can be developed when exposed to dog dander, saliva and urine. Taking proactive steps to keep the air clear and the home clean are vital.

Hypoallergenic dogs offer an alternative to those who are irritated by dog dander. These dogs produce lower levels of dander which may be tolerable to someone allergic to dogs.

Not only do humans develop allergies to animals, their pets can develop allergies, too. The most common symptom of dog allergies is itching, but the respiratory tract may also be affected, which could lead to coughing, sneezing, and/or wheezing. There are also cases where the eyes and the nose are affected by dog allergies, developing a discharge, or the digestive system becomes troubled, causing vomiting or diarrhea.

In the United States, approximately 20% of dogs suffer some type of allergy, including atopic dermatitis, flea allergy, food allergy, inhalant allergy, contact allergy, or bacterial allergy. These dog allergies differ in their symptoms and treatment used. Below are brief discussions of each of these dog allergies.

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