Allergies cause a number of inconveniences due to sneezing, runny nose, lacrimation. In addition, allergies can limit a person, for example, in contact with animals.
Why Animal Allergies Occur
Allergy to animals is characterized by acute forms. Appears cough, suffocation, skin rashes, lacrimation. With prolonged or regular contact, the disease becomes chronic, can cause the development of a serious disease, such as bronchial asthma and atopic dermatitis.
Can You Outgrow a Dog Allergy
Yes, you can. There are some allergens for which it is statistically proven that the reaction to them decreases or completely disappears with age. This is especially true for food allergies.
What breed of dog to choose if allergic
Give preference to breeds that shed little or no shed at all. Dog saliva also contains allergens, so avoid salivating breeds such as Great Danes and Mastiffs, as well as flat-faced breeds such as Pugs, Bulldogs, and Pekingese. The larger the pet, the more allergens it releases.
In addition, the same breed may or may not cause allergies in different people. However, there are several breeds that are recognized by experts as less allergenic. These are the Poodle,
Shih Tzu, Yorkshire Terrier, Bichon Frize, Brussels Griffon, West Highland White Terrier, Chinese Crested, Schnauzers.
Is it possible to completely recover from allergies
The success of allergy treatment depends on the efforts of the patient under the supervision of a doctor. However, it should be borne in mind that it is impossible to cure allergies forever, but you can significantly reduce the risk of exacerbations and achieve a long period of remission.