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Pets & Allergies

Pets provide companionship, and a sense of comfort. However, people with allergies should be cautious in deciding what type of pet they should acquire... APPMA statistics indicate more than 70% of U.S. households have a dog or cat.  Since it is estimated that 10% of the population can be allergic to animals, it is important to know what exactly causes their allergies and what to do to minimize exposure.

Causes of Pet Allergies

Animal allergens are found mostly in homes where pets are present. The dander allergen get caught up in the pet saliva from self grooming and become sticky. Since dander allergens are sticky, they can be brought to places other than the home.  While dander on a smooth surface (such as a wall) can be easily wiped off, in soft materials, such as carpets, mattresses, upholstered furniture, and clothing, it can persist for long periods of time. That is why, unless special steps are taken, pet dander can remain in a home for up to six months after the pet has been removed. Dander Free contains aggressive beneficial bacteria that love to eat organic waste,(sticky dander) and will help rid your home of the allergens Cat and dog dander, or skin flakes, as well as their saliva and urine, can cause an allergic reaction – sneezing, wheezing, and running eyes and nose. Both feathers and the droppings from birds can increase the allergen exposure. Bird droppings can also be a source of bacteria, dust, fungi and mold. This also applies to the droppings of other small animals and critters. Droppings are organic waste and will also be devoured by Dander Free’s good guys..

Cat allergy

An estimated 6 million Americans are allergic to cats and approximately one third of them have cats in their homes. Allergic reactions to cats can range from inflammation of the nose and eyes to asthma attacks. Although the most effective treatment is removal of the pet, recent scientific studies have shown that steps can be taken in homes with cats to significantly decrease one's exposure to cat allergen.
Cat allergen is not actually cat hair, but a protein present in the dander and saliva of cats. The allergens become airborne as microscopic particles which, when inhaled into the nose or lungs, can produce allergic symptoms. Cat allergen is particularly sticky and is carried on clothing. In cat households, it is almost impossible not to be exposed to some level of cat allergen.  The levels increase with time or with multiple cats and could build to levels that are more likely to cause an allergy attack.

Dog Allergy

Because dogs tend to scratch themselves more than cats, dog allergen can be more easily introduced into the air. The reason for excessive scratching may be that the dog itself is allergic to something in your home. There are hundreds of possible causes of this, the most common is mold, which may also be worsening your own allergy symptoms, so taking care of it would make life easier for both you and your pet.

Small Animal Allergies

Ferrets, rabbits, rats, mice, hamsters and guinea pigs the most important sources of allergens are the saliva and urine. Once dry, these secretions become airborne and can be a source of allergic reactions for children and laboratory animal workers.

Avian Allergies

Birds carry allergy-provoking mites, moulds and pollen on their feathers. Droppings can release proteins into the air which induce insidious lung problems and asthma.

Controlling pet dander allergies

Since there are many causes of Allergies, we suggest that you consult with your allergist to confirm that it is the pet dander and saliva that is causing your discomfort. If a pet allergy has been confirmed, the best method of controlling it is avoidance. Sometimes, the best solution may be to find the pet another home. However, you must remember that pet allergen may remain in your home for up to six months.  In many cases the pet has become part of the family and it is difficult to remove it.  In these cases we recommend Dander Free to help remove the dander allergens from the pet and the environment.  Spray both as often as is necessary to keep the allergens at a minimum level.  Secondly, we suggest adding Fitness Fuel to the pet’s drinking water to help detoxify it and give it a healthier skin condition Bird Cages and Birds can also be sprayed with Pet Solution RX to sanitize and deodorize them.

• Allergic individuals should avoid hugging or kissing their pets because of the allergens on the animal's fur or saliva.
• Use Keep Away to keep pets off furniture, especially upholstered furniture where animal dander can be transferred.
• Litter boxes should be placed in an isolated area should be avoided by allergic individuals.
• Always wash your face, hands and arms after grooming or playing with pets to remove animal dander. Use Skin Deep Healing and Cleansing first aid spray to sanitize your face and hands.
• Nothing beats a bath for your pet, especially if using a good non-chemical shampoo.  Do not use an anti-biotic shampoo as it will kill our beneficial bacteria as well as the pathogenic ones.  Chemicals are not selective in the kinds of bacteria they kill.. Cats that are bathed from a young age tend not to mind being washed.
• Forced-air heating and air-conditioning can spread the allergens throughout the house. Homes with forced-air heating and/or air-conditioning may be fitted with a central air cleaner, or a room air purifier can be  utilized a few hours a day.