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Readers Respond: Best Ways to Deal with Your Dog Allergy

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Updated June 15, 2009

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From the article: Dog Allergies
When a person is willing to deal with itchy eyes, sneezing and a runny nose just to keep their pet dog, even though the pet is the cause of their symptoms, I guess a dog really is man's best friend. Most people I know are willing to put up with some allergy misery in order to keep their pet. Many people find interesting ways in order to cope with their symptoms. Read some of their stories and share yours on how to live with your pet allergies. Share Your Experiences

Daughters dogs..

I have been taling care of her dog James for almost 2 yrs, now I have her Beagle/Bassett mix and after 3 days my eyes are soooooo swollen I can barely see face/neck are horrible with bumps-swolen, she is on vacation.. I'm MISERABLE!!I keep bathing her, vacuuming, etc
—Guest Betty

lessen the effect of your dog allergy

I use a great shampoo for my (3) dogs called Allersearch Pet+ that does a terrific job. It removes the animal dander, neutralizes the allergens from animal dander, destroys body order, and leaves a beautiful soft coat as well. My (3) pups all sleep on my bed with me and since using Allersearch Pet+ I can really tell the difference.
—Guest PoodlePop

I started to take Allergy eye drops

I started taking Allergy eyedrops,After having an allergic reaction to medication that my Neurologest ordered and I found out it helped me with having my dog around and my eyes aren't as itchy anymore. I feel like a new women. And because it helped me out, not knowing that I was allergic to Dog Dender, and Throught that I was having an Optic Nuritis, do to MS. After, I purchased OTC, Optic Neuritis doesn't brother me as much anymore, and I can enjoy my dog again. Without thinking about giving her up. Thanks you! To all your education online.
—Sun40

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