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Readers Respond: Best Dogs for People with Allergies
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By Daniel More, MD, About.com

Updated May 21, 2009

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Having allergies won't keep most people from having a pet. A pet dog can bring joy and companionship to a person's life. However, people with dog allergies may want to consider choosing a hypoallergenic dog in order to minimize worsening allergy symptoms. How did you find your hypoallergenic dog? Share you experience with others looking to adopt man's best friend -- minus the sneezes. Share Your Experience

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I develope hives when certain dogs lick me and also wheeze.Now I have a Maltese poodle with no allergies but want to knwo if a French poodle will be as non an allergen as a Maltese.
—Guest Patricia Flaum

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