One of our kids has allergies. Others say it is possible to have a dog w/ hair unless allergic to do

We would like to add a Havanese to our family. My husband and I always had a dog. Our dog passed away 4 yrs ago before our daughter with the allergy. I have been told it is possible to have a dog with hair. I also was told that it does not matter if they are allergic to the dander or spit, hair or fur changes nothing, makes perfect sense. Has anyone experienced this situation. Our girls would like a dog in the family.

One of our kids has allergies. Others say it is possible to have a dog w/ hair unless allergic to dog spit?

my so nhas really bad allergies also, we have 2 bichon friches, they have human hair so there is no allergiy. you can have many kinda of dogs, there are poodles, they get to be 80 lbs and are great with kids, and family protectors. All poodles, bichons and etc. have human hair.

One of our kids has allergies. Others say it is possible to have a dog w/ hair unless allergic to dog spit?

Well, in my opinion, I don't think I would take the risk. It all depends on how bad the girl's allergies are. If she's allergic to the dander or spit, hair or fur DOES change nothing...but the dogs will spit and probably will have dander. So wouldn't it still cause allergies? Yes.

One of our kids has allergies. Others say it is possible to have a dog w/ hair unless allergic to dog spit?

i would say get a dog regarless of the alergies

i was horribly allergic to cats and after spending log long time with them i wasnt alergic anymore

your kid could get over the alergies too

One of our kids has allergies. Others say it is possible to have a dog w/ hair unless allergic to dog spit?

i myself know beacuse i am alergic to dogs but i have 2 along with 3 birds i think what did the trick is SHORT hired dogs plus it helps if you brush the dog (s) while the child isnt aroung so the hairs dont start a choughing and or gaging fit

One of our kids has allergies. Others say it is possible to have a dog w/ hair unless allergic to dog spit?

As far as I know, if you get a dog with fur instead of hair,the allergies should remain under control. Examples of dogs with fur instead of hair are,poodles,schnauzers(large and small breeds). It does make a difference, I would try to get your child a pet, it teaches them so many different things. Good luck.

One of our kids has allergies. Others say it is possible to have a dog w/ hair unless allergic to dog spit?

If you have a daughter that could not be older than 4 and has been to an allergist already, I would wait on the dog and let your daughter grow into her overactive immune system. There is no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog (even the hairless dogs can cause a reaction). My nephew was 4 when they found out he had multiple allergies and had to get rid of their pets (they were bad allergies). They made a good effort at reducing his exposure to allergens. When they moved and saw a new allergist, he was tested again. Half of his allergies came back as no response, one of which was dog. The Doc said he may have tested for things that he really wasn't allergic to because the first round of allergy tests was done when his immune system was in a highly reactive state. A system that isn't as stimulated and has had time to settle may not react to some allergens in a few years. Of course now Jeannie is mad because her excuse for why they can't have a dog is null and void. How bad was her reaction? I would wait. If you get a dog that is supposedly hypoallergenic but your daughter reacts to it and it has to be given away it is going to be cause bad feelings for all parties invoved

One of our kids has allergies. Others say it is possible to have a dog w/ hair unless allergic to dog spit?

Everyone and their mother have an opinion about dogs and allergies. If you ask enough people (your vet and doctor included) you will get a wide range of answers based on others personal experiences.

Go to a breeder and visit the type of dog you are considering. Have the allergic daughter touch the dog as much as possible and then assess her reaction.

It may make her uncomfortable for a day or two if she has a reaction, but it's the only sure-fire way to know how she will react.

Doing so, could save you the heartbreak of finding out later and having to rehome the dog you adopt.