Allergies

When you have pet allergies, your beloved Fido can make your home a house of misery. Your pet's hair and saliva are allergy-causing culprits, but an animal's dander -- or dead skin cells -- often...

Cat allergies--and allergies to other animals--occur when your body's immune system mistakenly identifies the proteins in the animal's dander, saliva and urine as harmful invaders. Symptoms of cat...

Pets are an important part of many families. Unfortunately, some members of your family may be allergic to your pet dog, cat, bird or other animal friends. If you love pets and develop an allergy...

Pets are great companions to have around, but unfortunately sometimes we can be allergic to them. Rather than giving away your pet, there are steps you can take in order to control your allergies.

Even if your pet cuddled up with you every night while you were growing up, you might still develop allergies as an adult. However, you shouldn't start thinking about finding a new home for your...

There are more than 100 million pets in the United States, or about four pets per every 10 people, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Between 15 percent and 30 percent of...

It can be disheartening to plan for and obtain a pet only to find that you have allergies. Your skin may itch, and your eyes may water. Some people with allergies may even have difficulty...

Dogs make excellent pets but their fur and dander can be big nuisances, especially if you suffer from pet allergies. The easy answer to preventing and dealing with dog allergies is to avoid dogs...

Having a pet doesn't necessarily mean you have to suffer with pet allergies. Symptoms are similar to that of hay fever. Any animal can cause an allergy, but reactions are most commonly associated...

The allergies humans get from pet dander are considered inhalant allergies, meaning they enter the body through the eyes, nose and mouth, lining the nasal passages, mucus membranes and lungs.

Treating pet allergies requires keeping the pet separate from the bedroom, not allowing it on the furniture, eliminating carpeting in the house and bathing the pets on a regular basis. Keep pet...

If you have a pet and you suffer from pet related allergies, allergy relief bedding may be the solution. According to Philip Tierno, director of clinical microbiology and immunology at New York...

Pet dander has all types of effects on humans. It is also commonly known as a pet allergy. The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) says that of people who suffer from allergies, 15 to...

Did someone forget to tell your lungs and eyes that Fido is mans best friend? The only thing that is worse than finding out that your beloved family companion is the cause of major allergic...

For pet lovers, cat allergies can be very frustrating. Itchy, watery eyes, sneezing and even difficulty breathing are just a few symptoms that a person with cat allergies can experience. Many...

Not everyone is susceptible to having a pet dander allergy. Those who are more likely to be allergic are those whose family has a history of allergies. To prevent pet dander allergies from...

Allergies are annoying, frustrating, uncomfortable and, in extreme cases, potentially fatal. Relieving allergy symptoms requires a balance of treatment and prevention, and with a few simple steps...

If you fight year-round skin and respiratory symptoms, you may be allergic to your pet's dander. Dander allergies are caused by a hypersensitivity to the proteins found in an animal's skin flakes,...

In the United States, almost 70 percent of all households have a cat or dog, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. With such a high prevalence of pet ownership, it's almost...

Pets are wonderful companions and offer friendships that can last for years. Unfortunately, as much as we may love our pets, many of us can have undesirable side effects such as allergies....

Pet allergy symptoms strike just minutes after you are exposed to pet dander or saliva, causing sneezing, watery eyes, coughing or nasal and ear congestion. Sixty-two percent of American...

An allergy is an atypical reaction of the immune system to substances that are normally harmless. They may cause wheezing, coughing, rashes or itchy eyes. Some people suffer from allergies without...

An allergy to dogs is essentially an allergy to their saliva, glands and urine. That's really what a person is allergic to, not the dog's hair, which is a commonly held belief. But the hair of a...

Unfortunately, there is no pet that is completely dander free, even the hairless breeds. And although there are some breeds that produce less dander than others, there will still be dander. If you...

Our pets can be such an important part of the family. So what do you do when a member of your family develops pet allergies? After all you don't just get rid of your family members when problems...

Allergic rhinitis, inflammation of the soft tissue and membranes in the nasal passages, is often triggered by both outdoor seasonal and chronic indoor allergens. When outdoor allergens are...

Many people will get a dog and after they have the dog find they have allergies and then get rid of the dog. Here are some tips to minimize allergies like coughing, wheezing watery or itchy eyes...

Spring is here! Take a deep breath ... and begin sneezing! Pollen is now airborne, as are mold spores, and while you may occasionally take an allergy medication to help relieve your allergy...

If you have allergies, you may feel as if you're sick all the time. However, that doesn't mean that you have to take medication for the rest of your life. There are many natural ways to get relief...

Are you or your spouse prone to allergies? Are your afraid your newborn baby will be allergic to your dog? Believe it or not, it's easier than most people think to prevent your baby from...

For those of us who suffer from pet dander allergies or have a loved one who does, we know how important it is that we know how to reduce the pet dander in our home. Animal related allergies can...

Pet allergies are very common, yet few people can resist a child's persistent pleading for a puppy or kitten. If you choose to bring a pet into your home when someone there has allergies, there...

There are many things you can do to get rid of your indoor allergies- specifically pet hair, dander, dust, and dust mites. Here are some tips I use that has really helped me a lot.

Those furry ears and kitten purrs often make hearts melt. Most of us bond with our pets as if they were a part of our family. While some may embrace their pets into their homes, there are others...

Pet allergies are incredibly common. It's been shown that up to 15 percent of people are allergic to either dogs or cats. However, this doesn't stop most people from having pets anyway. Coping...

If you or a member of your family suffers from cat allergies, you may be tempted to give up your pet for adoption. Before you take a drastic step, you should know there are many things you can do...

There is nothing worse than being allergic to your beloved pet. Here are some helpful tips to give you some relief.

If you suffer from pet allergies, adopt some management strategies so that you can enjoy your pet and keep yourself healthy in the process. With a little work, you can live easier with your pets....

The most common symptoms related to pet allergies are itchy and swollen eyes, runny nose, hoarseness in the throat, nasal congestion and sneezing. You can get antihistamines and other medications,...

The idea of allergy-free pets might seem too good to be true, but it is actually possible to find pets that rarely cause allergic reactions. Keep in mind that animal dander, the source of many...

When people who suffer from pet allergies still choose to bring their dogs everywhere with them despite what their doctors recommend, they live a challenging life. There are some things they can...

Dander refers to a collection of allergens created by animals, be they pet animals or wild. Dander is mainly the shed skin and fur of an animal, although an animal's saliva can also act as an...

When you have a pet, or go to a home that has a pet, the last thing you want is to aggravate your dander allergies. Whether your reaction is as small as the sniffles or as severe as nausea, you'll...

If you just purchased or adopted a new pet and are starting to experience allergies, you may be allergic to pet dander. Dander is made up of the particles shed from the skin and coats of animals...

According to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America, there are about 4 pets for every 10 people in the United States. Between 10 and 30 percent of people who suffer some type of allergic...

Allergies to animal hair are not caused by the hair itself, but by a protein present in the pet's saliva and dander. Fortunately, you have options for dealing with the allergy other than getting...