Category Archives: Pets

Throw Your Allergies Out with the Bath Water

15% of people with allergies are allergic to animal dander—for individuals with asthma, the rate is almost doubled, leaving 20-30% of people affected by animal allergens. An allergen protein is found in the dead skin cells, saliva and urine of animals. … Continue reading

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Man’s Best Friend or Man’s Worst Allergen?

  It could take two years of exposure before the human body builds up a sensitivity to animal allergens—but once you do, it may put the damper on your relationship with Rover and Fluffy. Dander and protein particles from pets … Continue reading

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