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yorkiegirl83 · 12-05-2008, 06:56 PM

I have asthma/allergies and just wanted to let you know no dog is hypo allergenic, no matter what anyone tells you.

If your fiance is allergic to dander, a yorkie will still have dander. Of course they have much less dander than other dogs -- but depending on his level of allergies it could still affect him.

Also, allergies worsen over time usually so although he may not react to a yorkie on first meeting, if dander builds in your home the allergies could become more severe.

I would suggest getting an allergy screening done (if he hasn't already) to see what level of allergic reaction he has to dogs.

I'm not trying to dissuade you from getting a yorkie as I know many have no problems, but it really all depends on the person!

Good luck!

12-05-2008, 06:56 PM	#16
yorkiegirl83 Love My Furbabies! Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: somewhere Posts: 4,427	I have asthma/allergies and just wanted to let you know no dog is hypo allergenic, no matter what anyone tells you. If your fiance is allergic to dander, a yorkie will still have dander. Of course they have much less dander than other dogs -- but depending on his level of allergies it could still affect him. Also, allergies worsen over time usually so although he may not react to a yorkie on first meeting, if dander builds in your home the allergies could become more severe. I would suggest getting an allergy screening done (if he hasn't already) to see what level of allergic reaction he has to dogs. I'm not trying to dissuade you from getting a yorkie as I know many have no problems, but it really all depends on the person! Good luck!