How To Remove Dog Dander
October 23, 2010 by
Filed under Pet Allergies
An allergic reaction to dogs is one of the reasons why some people would not dare to get a dog for a pet. Dogs are commonly blamed for the clogged nose, watery eyes, the sneezing and the general feeling of fatigue. People with sensitivity to allergens would rather watch dogs from afar believing that dog hair can trigger an allergic attack rather than suffer from the debilitating allergic reactions that can worsen and develop into asthma. Some breeds are hyped to be hypoallergenic but a person that was weakened by allergies would think twice to get a dog.
Misinformation would prevent a dog lover from keeping a dog for a pet. An allergic reaction is caused by dog dander and not by the dog itself. Dogs continuously shed dander which are actually dead skin cells. Once shed by the dog, the dander will settle on the dog’s fur, get airborne and collect on the furniture, on the carpet and on any other surfaces. The dander will be easily transferred to the dog owner’s clothes as being considered as the baby of the family, the dog is constantly hugged and cuddled. Because of the sticky nature of this allergen it will stick to any surface once it gets airborne. A person sensitive to these allergens will start to exhibit allergic symptoms once the dander is inhaled.
Its true dog dander can cause an allergic attack but something can be done so that people will be allowed to have a dog for a pet. Dog dander remains in the environment for a long time thus getting rid of the dog will not stop allergy attacks. A pet owner can find ways to cut down the amount of dog dander in the environment.
Good grooming is one good way of solving this concern. Regular brushing will not only enhance the appearance of the dog as dead hair will be removed but it will also improve the distribution of the natural oils that moisturize the skin. Because the good condition of the skin is maintained the amount of dry skin being shed by the dog will be lessened. To reduce the amount of dander inside the house grooming the dog must be done outside. Bathing is another way of cutting down the amount of dander as it maintains the good condition of the skin.
Carpets and rugs are dander catchers that must be avoided by people allergic to dog dander. Dog owners would need to use the vacuum cleaner more often not only to remove dog shedding but also to cut down the amount of dog dander in the environment.
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At Sarah’s Dogs you can read more about how to remove dog dander, dog first aid and many other interesting dog facts.
