Pet Allergy: Frequently Asked Questions
What is a pet allergy?
A pet allergy is an allergic reaction to a pets dander and/or saliva. Over 10 percent of the nation are allergic to their pet. Symptoms to pet allergies come in the form of sneezing, itchy watery eyes, a runny nose, and itchy face and throat
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What are the symptoms of pet allergy?
The symptoms can be quite different in different people, but the most common ones are those which are also common in other allergies , such as hay fever . So, red, dry, swollen or puffy eyes, runny nose, cough, sore throat, itching of the tender parts of the body , particularly where there has been exposure to the pet's saliva, hair, etc. In severe cases, breaking out of the skin, excema type symptoms, red patches, breathing difficulties, perhaps dizziness, blurred vision .
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The allergic reaction causes a release of histamine and other chemicals in your body, which leads to allergy symptoms like itchy eyes, congestion, runny nose, rashes, wheezing, and sneezing. Cat dander can also trigger asthma attacks and lead to chronic asthma.
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How is a pet allergy diagnosed?
If a pet allergy is suspected, the doctor may diagnose it by taking a medical history and testing the blood of the patient. Some people are so attached to their pets that they will deny the pets could cause their symptoms. In these cases, the patient is removed from the animal's environment to see if symptoms go away. It does not help to remove the dog or cat. Allergens still in the area can cause symptoms months after the animal is gone. ...
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What causes a pet allergy?
The job of immune system cells is to find foreign substances such as viruses and bacteria and get rid of them. Normally, this response protects us from dangerous diseases. People with pet allergies have supersensitive immune systems that react to harmless proteins in the pet's dander (dead skin that is shed), saliva or urine. These proteins are called allergens. Dogs and cats secrete fluids and shed dander that contain the allergens. They collect on fur and other surfaces. ...
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I have a serious allergy. Are the items free of pet-hair and smoke?
All items are stored in a pet-free and smoke-free environment. However, since some of the Pottery Barn items we sell are customer returns we simply have no history and cannot guarantee that the items have never been around pets or smoke. All of the rugs we sell are wool, so if you have a general allergy to animals, a wool rug (which comes from sheep) probably wouldn't be a good match.
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Will it cure my pet's ailment/allergy/disease?
Feeding raw isn't a magic bullet to cure every problem and condition. However, a wholesome, fresh, species-appropriate diet does build a solid foundation from which good health and strong immune systems develop. Many pets on the raw food diet have shown a great improvement in allergic reactions based solely on the fact that Primal Pet Foods are grain-free (grains are high on the list of allergen producing foods). ...
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What if my pet has a skin problem but my veterinarian or I don’t think it is allergy related?
Veterinary dermatologist treat many other skin conditions in addition to allergic skin disease. These include immune-mediated (auto-immune) diseases, hormonal & metabolic skin diseases and some types of skin cancers. After examination, our doctors will provide you with a complete list of possible diagnoses and will review with you the best course of action. Often additional testing such as cytology, bloodwork and/or skin biopsy may be indicated.
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I accidentally rubbed the allergy relief wipe over my pet's eyes/nose/mouth, will this hurt my pet?
No, all the ingredients in the product are non-toxic. If the allergy relief wipe was rubbed over the pet's eyes/nose, just rinse the eyes/nose with water. If the allergy relief wipe was rubbed over the pet's mouth, just have the pet drink some water.
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What if my pet has a skin problem but my Veterinarian or I don't think it is allergy related?
There are many skin diseases in addition to allergies that veterinary dermatologists diagnose and treat. These range from internal metabolic diseases like hypothyroidism and Cushings disease, to autoimmune diseases to skin cancer. An initial evaluation with one of our doctors will provide you with a complete list of possible diagnoses of these types of diseases for your pet. These types of diseases are diagnosed with a biopsy and/or bloodwork. ...
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Do I need to rinse my pet off after I have used the allergy relief wipe?
No, there is no rinsing required after using the allergy relief wipe on your pet.
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I have developed an allergy to my pet. What can I do?
Speak with your physician. Allergies may be due to several reasons. Pet dander, saliva, and hair are often the offenders, therefore bathing and brushing may help. Pets that shed less frequently (Poodles, Maltese, Schnauzers, ShihTzus) may decrease the human allergic response.
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How long until my pet starts responding to the allergy shots? What do I do about the itching and skin disease until then?
A positive response to allergy injections can be seen within the first 4-6 months of therapy. It may take 12-18 months before maximum benefits are seen. We will keep your pet comfortable with additional therapies while waiting for the vaccine to “work”, including antihistamines and/or corticosteroids for the itching, and antibiotics and antifungal medications for the secondary infections.
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How long until my pet starts responding to the allergy shots? What do I do about the itchiness and skin disease until then?
A positive response to allergy shots can often be observed as early as 4 weeks, however benefit may not occur until 8-12 months after starting injections. Because of this variability it is important that you commit to allergy shots for at least one year. This time period will utilize the original induction allergen vials and at least 1 or 2 maintenance vials. ...
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If someone or a pet is suffering from an allergy can you do anything to help?
Yes as mentioned in the previous answer, because we are using truck mounted equipment the airborne allergens (i.e. Chemicals, dust mite fecal matter & animal gander) are not redistributed around your home they are extracted to the tanks in the van which is obviously outside, also all of the humid air created by the hot cleaning process, is vented via the hoses to the van outside. This speeds up the drying time considerably.
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