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Originally Posted by Sukey  I'm pretty sure it was the dogs, not any other factors (detergent, shampoo etc). I think it's that they have been having increasing exposure to dogs and they may have become sensitized. I called the allergist and am waiting a return call.
I'm just hoping that since the yorkie is so small, there just isn't a big enough body to produce lots of dander lol. Maybe they can tolerate it in small amounts. If I knew it would stay only a skin thing, and not progress to sneezing, asthma attacks etc, that would help, but I doubt they can predict that. Allergies are tricky, especially in 2 different kids
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Well, hives are pretty nasty things to have to deal with. I would talk to an allergist or your pediatrician about it. They do make shampoos and sprays that are supposed to lower the dander on dogs and cats. I don't really know how well they work. If that is what your kids are reacting to then it would be taking a chance.
Yorkies do not have fur in the traditional sense but they do have skin and that is what makes dander. It is taking a risk. I'm sure you want what is best for your kids and you would not want to have to re-home a dog after finding the kids are reacting to it. I guess having them tested and talking to the doctor would be best at this point.