I have read, that often with "dog" allergies, you are not allergic to the dog per se, but what they bring in from outside in regards to pollen etc. So, even without buying the specialty lotions, sometimes just remembering to wipe the dog down with a damp cloth, and wipe their feet when they come in will help.
My allergies are not "severe" but are broad (I'm allergic to just about everything)..so when my doctor said get rid of the dogs (had 2 chi's at the time), I smiled and nodded then went home and carried on. It really depends on how bad your daughter's reactions are. If you can help control her exposure, and an anti-histamine helps...you can also boost her Vitamin C ( a natural anti-histamine) you might find a balance that works for you. I now live with both my Yorkie, and Mini Schnauzer and a cat...to be honest, I also think I have developed a tolerance for my own animals, because I will be set off in other people's homes/pet friendly environments. I can't give up my animals, the mental health impact would be far worse than the stuffy nose from my allergies! |