I know you love your pet, and who wouldn’t? He is a loyal, trustworthy and a great companion. But did you know that your pet can make you sick? Yes, if you are allergic to pet dander, you can develop serious allergies and even asthma.
Most people believe that an animal’s fur is what causes allergies, when in reality it is the pet’s dander. Glands in an animal’s skin secrete proteins, which are the dander, and this is what people who have pet allergies react to. Allergens can also be contained in a pet’s saliva and urine. These are the things that make pet owners sick.
Pet allergies can range from mild to very severe. They can also cause asthma. The most common symptoms are sneezing, stuffy nose, watery eyes and difficulty breathing. More severe symptoms can be itchy, dry skin and nasty red rashes that burn, itch or both. Continue reading »
With the arrival of spring comes nature’s abundance; budding trees, colorful flowers and blooms galore. Such profusion also means, for many, an extended period of unpleasant sneezing, wheezing and watery eyes while the world of nature gracefully blossoms. Some are left to gaze upon spring’s arrival through windows to avoid the plague of pollen while others freely frolic amidst the sneeze-producing dust bowls. But regardless of your allergy susceptibility, it’s wise to “decontaminate” your indoor environment in order to maintain optimum seasonal health.
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