[nagdu] The Myth of Hypoallergenic dogs

Aaron Cannon cannona at fireantproductions.com
Tue Sep 22 18:08:52 UTC 2015


Gary makes an excellent point.  One should never underestimate the
power of placebo.

Aaron

On 9/22/15, GARY STEEVES via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> Hi Everyone:
>
> That was an interesting article. When I was first looking at getting a guide
> Lucas, from The Seeing  Eye, had told me similar things. However, it's the
> non-shedding dog I love. One of the reasons I hadn't got a guide dog until
> this point in my life was because I didn't want to  deal with a shedding
> dog. Also, I work in health care and, although I understand what the article
> is saying, having a non-shedding dog that people think is hypoallergitic
> goes a long way to people accepting Bogart in these environments with
> families and residents.
>
> Hopefully my school will not  stop breeding poodles. They certainly are the
> breed for me. :)
>
> Gary
> (and Bogart with ears perked up)
>
>
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Dan Weiner via nagdu <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
> To: 'NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users'
> <nagdu at nfbnet.org>
> Cc: Dan Weiner <dcwein at dcwein.cnc.net>
> Sent: Tue, 22 Sep 2015 04:57:29 -0600 (MDT)
> Subject: Re: [nagdu] The Myth of Hypoallergenic dogs
>
> Now granted, I've met standard poodles and they are as cute as a bug inn a
> rug, actually come to think of it we had a standard poodle, well they're
> called alsso French poodles--smile, right, when I awas about four years
> old,
> sadly he got out and was run over by a car after a week and I still
> remember him fondly and with sadness... but would they really prevent an
> alergy sufferer from having symptoms? My sister is alergic to dogs, thoguh
> I
> sometimes question how dramatic she can be about it because I've had a dog
> for 21 years, well dogs, and I've heard about it non-stop--lol, butI always
> wondered if having a supposedly hopo-alergenic dog would allow her to take
> me places in her car with my dog and so on. I think we now know the answer
> based on the article.
>
>
>
> Warmest regards to all,
> Dan the man, Parker the nut
>
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Steven Johnson
> via nagdu
> Sent: Monday, September 21, 2015 7:54 PM
> To: 'NAGDU Mailing List,the National Association of Guide Dog Users'
> Cc: Steven Johnson
> Subject: Re: [nagdu] The Myth of Hypoallergenic dogs
>
> This is exactly why LD does NOT use standard poodles any longer.
>
> Steve
>
>
> -----Original Message-----
> From: nagdu [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf Of Marion Gwizdala
> via nagdu
> Sent: Monday, September 21, 2015 11:07 AM
> To: 'NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users';
> nagdu-leaders at nfbnet.org; oagdu at nfbnet.org; New Jersey Association of Guide
> Dog Users; 'New York Association of Guide Dog Users'; 'Florida Association
> of Guide Dog Users'
> Cc: Marion Gwizdala
> Subject: [nagdu] The Myth of Hypoallergenic dogs
>
> Dear All,
>
>
>
> I found this article from the Tampa bay Times to be very
> interesting. I thought others would find it so, as well!
>
>
>
> Fraternally yours,
>
> Marion Gwizdala
>
> Don't fall for myth of 'hypoallergenic' dogs. Almost daily, I have parents
> tell me not to worry because even though they or their children are
> allergic
> to dogs, they have purchased a hypoallergenic dog. I hesitate sharing that
> the hypoallergenic dog is just a myth. To be sure, it is an incredible
> marketing ploy. Just who started this urban legend remains a mystery. If
> you
> type in "hypoallergenic dogs" on Google, you'll find no shortage of breed
> suggestions. Even the American Kennel Club has a list of many dogs that are
> best for allergy sufferers. The AKC does not go so far as to endorse them
> as
> best for people with dog allergies, but it does state that "These dogs have
> a predictable, non-shedding coat which produces less dander. Lets look at
> the science behind dog allergies. The primary allergen from dogs is Canis
> familiaris allergen 1, or Can f 1. This allergen, a protein, is found in
> the
> saliva and urine of dogs. The protein sticks to the dead, dry flakes from
> your pet's skin, which is dander. An animal's fur is not the source of the
> allergen, although it can surely be an irritant to mucous membranes and
> airways. A landmark study was done in 2011 at Henry Ford Hospital in
> Detroit
> to determine whether homes with hypoallergenic dogs had less Can f 1 than
> homes with other dogs. All homes were single-dog homes. The results showed
> no significant difference in the amount of Can f 1 found in the homes. In
> clinical practice, it does appear that certain individual dogs are less
> allergenic to certain patients, but this is not a breed-specific
> characteristic. Likely, it is a factor specific to an individual dog's
> genetics, diet and behavior. More than 33 percent of U.S. homes have a dog,
> making canine allergies quite a public health concern. These allergies are
> strongly associated with asthma and allergic rhinitis. Up to 30 percent of
> patients with allergic disease are sensitive to animals. Symptoms of dog
> allergy can include: Runny, sneezing nose Itchy, watery eyes Nasal
> congestion Cough Wheezing or shortness of breath Hives or itching of skin
> An
> allergist can help identify if you are allergic to your animals. If you do
> have dog allergies, you must minimize your interaction with the animal.
> Your
> dog must not sleep in your bed or even in your bedroom. The bedroom must
> become a dog-free zone with some barrier to keep the dog from entering even
> when you are not there. It is important to have someone clean the bedroom
> once the animal has been relocated. All hard surfaces should be wiped down
> with a damp cloth to physically try to remove as much dander as possible
> from walls, furniture, etc. A HEPA air purifier should be placed at the
> head
> of your bed and run when you are home. This is a prime opportunity to
> extract some dander from the air, as Can f 1 is extremely lightweight and
> may remain airborne for hours. Bathing your pet weekly also can help to
> reduce the amount of pet dander in your home. The very best way to deal
> with
> a dog allergy is to remove the dog from the home. While this is very
> difficult for many families, it is sometimes necessary, especially when the
> patient is suffering from significant asthma that can be life threatening.
> Even after removing an animal from your home, it can take six months to
> several years to fully rid the home of animal dander. Talking with your
> allergist can help you identify the best ways to diagnose and treat your
> dog
> allergies. Avoidance, medications and allergy injection therapy are all
> options that might be right for you. Just remember not to fall for the
> "hypoallergenic dogs" myth. Dr. Mona V. Mangat is a board-certified
> allergist and immunologist at Bay Area Allergy & Asthma in St. Petersburg.
> Find her at bayallergy.com. Contact her at bayallergy at gmail.com..
>
>
>
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