The sneezing season is here, and sometimes owning a dog or cat can aggravate your bouts of allergy misery.
If you have a lot of trouble with springtime sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes, see your doctor. If it appears that pets contribute to your discomfort during this time, there are steps you can take to minimize it, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Rugs, draperies, upholstery and other household fabrics hold on to lots of pet dander, dust and other allergens. It helps to vacuum and have them cleaned regularly.
Create an allergen-free room by keeping the door closed to an area during the day. It will minimize hair and dander on surfaces of the room. A bedroom is usually the best choice.
Use hypo-allergenic bedding and pillows.
Most of the allergens tracked into a house come in on our shoes--or on our pets paws. A doormat outside the door can cut down on what gets carried in. Look for one designed especially for allergy sufferers.
Vacuum often with a vacuum that has a HEPA filter attached.
Brush or comb your cat or dog frequently, especially outdoors.
Allergies in the springtime can be just as hard on the furry set as they are for humans, according to the ASPCA. If you think your dog or cat may have symptoms in the spring such as itching or skin rashes, check with your veterinarian. Spring, of course, is also the beginning of the major flea season of the year.
If you have a lot of trouble with springtime sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes, see your doctor. If it appears that pets contribute to your discomfort during this time, there are steps you can take to minimize it, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Rugs, draperies, upholstery and other household fabrics hold on to lots of pet dander, dust and other allergens. It helps to vacuum and have them cleaned regularly.
Create an allergen-free room by keeping the door closed to an area during the day. It will minimize hair and dander on surfaces of the room. A bedroom is usually the best choice.
Use hypo-allergenic bedding and pillows.
Most of the allergens tracked into a house come in on our shoes--or on our pets paws. A doormat outside the door can cut down on what gets carried in. Look for one designed especially for allergy sufferers.
Vacuum often with a vacuum that has a HEPA filter attached.
Brush or comb your cat or dog frequently, especially outdoors.
Allergies in the springtime can be just as hard on the furry set as they are for humans, according to the ASPCA. If you think your dog or cat may have symptoms in the spring such as itching or skin rashes, check with your veterinarian. Spring, of course, is also the beginning of the major flea season of the year.
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