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Pet and Animal Allergies

Learn about allergies to common household pets and other animals, and the best ways to prevent and treat symptoms.
Dog Allergy -- How to Keep a Dog When You Have a Dog Allergy
Learn how other people have learned to overcome their allergies and keep a pet dog in their homes.
Hypoallergenic Dogs -- How to Find Hypoallergenic Dogs
Learn how to find the best dogs for a person with allergies.
Could I Be Allergic to a Pet Rabbit?
Learn why getting a pet rabbit this Easter season may not be a good idea for a family with allergies.
Hamster, Rabbit and Iguana Allergy
Learn about allergies to less common household pets, including hamsters, rabbits, ferrets, sugar gliders and iguanas.
Making Cats Less Allergenic
People always want to know about the features of cats that make them more or less allergenic. Find out whether long haired cats, cats that are spayed or neutered, of keeping pets out of the house for a certain amount of time each day will lead to less cat dander in the home.
Cat Allergy
Allergy to cats is extremely common, and can be a major problem even for people who don't own cats. Find out why cat allergy occurs, where the allergy comes from and ways to control symptoms. This article is a must-read for any cat owner who is allergic to their pet.
Dog Allergy
Allergy to dogs can be a major problem even for people who don't own dogs. Find out why dog allergy occurs, where the allergy comes from and ways to control symptoms. Also find out how owning dogs may prevent allergies in children, and check out a list of dog breeds that are less likely to trigger allergies.
Ferret Allergy
The domestic ferret is the third most common furred pet in the United States, and allergy symptoms may be worsened with exposure to this animal. Find out how ferret and cat allergy are similar, how you can be diagnosed and what can be done to treat this type of pet allergy.
Dog Breeds for People with Dog Allergies
While there is no such thing as a non-allergenic dogs, certain breeds of dogs cause fewer allergies than others. Find out which breeds of dogs are the most popular for people with dog allergies.
I’m allergic to my pet. Does this mean I have to get rid of it?
If you're allergic to your pet, you may not have to get rid of your furry friend. Here are some tips to follow to reduce your allergy symptoms.
Can I be allergic to one type of dog but not another?
Ever wonder if you can be allergic to one kind or type of dog but not another? Learn more about the intricacies of dog allergies.
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