This is very scary! I have 2 DS (12 & 9) that have life-threatening food allergies. So, I have experienced what you are taking about. The only difference... is it was my son! I did not know that a dog could have life threatening allergies.
Both my boys carry epi pens, two each plus benadryl. We call them their "emergency kits". They are never allowed to leave home without them!!If we are going to be away from the house for a long time, on a hot day. I just put them in a small lunch box with an ice pack. I also keep one in my purse and one in my car at all times, as an extras.
It is very scary to live with!! Your best defense is to always be prepared. Educate yourself on what to watch for in a reaction. You can find great information online about what a reaction looks like. I have this printed up and placed it with my boys "emergency kits". I also give it out to every person that deals with my boys.
Don't let the fear of your dog having a reaction take over your life! It is manageable. When my boys were first dignoised with food allergies...I was a wreck. I could not see how we would get through life, living with this. Now 11years later, we have learned to take life on day at a time and deal with things as they come.
Lots of hugs!! |