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Originally Posted by luvmy3  Thanks for the suggestions. I bought a Hepa filter yesterday. That helped a little last night (for my daughter). I would take meds to feel better with no problem, but my 14yr old daughter? She is worse than me, which is unusual, but taking meds every day?? I have an appointment with an allergist next week, we'll see what he says for both of us. My pup does not go up on the furniture or bed as he is not potty trained yet.
Thanks again,
Liz |
Well, I have taken asthma medications and allergy medications since I was 7, so I am probably not the one to talk if you are anti-medication.
Reducing the allergens in your home however may be enough to keep your daughters allergies at bay without medicine. If the yorkie is the cause of her allergies I can almost guarantee that your allergist will recommend getting rid of the dog. It seems most believe avoidance is the best policy, although there are allergists who are exceptions to the rule.
If she is allergic to dog dander, ect.. they will most likely suggest all the things I posted above to keep the home as dander free as possible or keeping the dog in an isolated room
or outdoors.
Allergy shots are also a good option to build tolerance to dander, and you could also look into natural remedies by calling your local natural health pharmacy.
Good luck with it!