Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Am I allergic to short-hair dogs?

I am an absolute pet lover and I have never had any allergies. I've had a dog as a pet since the day I was born and have had at least 9 dogs come and go in my life till the present. I currently own a wonderful 5 year old female miniature shih tzu who has semi-long hair. We bathe her at least once every three weeks to a month. I have absolutely no problems with her. About a week ago I brought home a female miniature pinscher. so far she has already taken 3 baths. whenever I hold her in my arms, the skin that has been in contact with her will become red and real itchy and sometimes gets a little bumpy. whenever she gives me kisses on my face, those parts of my face will turn red. When I brought her home I noticed she has some dandruff. Am I allergic to her dander? If so, what can i do to prevent dandruff and help moisturize her skin? and why would I be allergic to only her and not my shih tzu, or other dogs i encounter?



Am I allergic to short-hair dogs?

Yup that's a classic case of contact dermatitis (allergic reaction). Just wash the areas that have been touched as soon as possible so the bumps don't start and the itching ceases. Every pet is different so there is just something about this dog that causes the reaction. I know I react differently to my 2 cats. The "dandruff" you see probably isn't the issue but it still requires some attention. It's more likely the skin condition bothers the dog and she scratches and licks more and that's what the problem is. Her saliva is the most likely culprit.



Am I allergic to short-hair dogs?

If you take a teaspoon of LOCAL honey each day, your allergy will be CURED. The local honey works with your body to develop immunities to all the air born irritants around you like pet dander, mold, mildew, smog, and pollen. This really works but it takes a while to do so. You will also notice, over time, that you get less cold and flu symptoms as well.

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