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    Living With Dogs With Asthma - Verywell Health

    • When a dog triggers a person's asthma symptoms, it's commonly due to an allergy to the animal's dander. This microscopic skin shedding contains a mixture of the dog's saliva, sweat, urine, feces, and skin… See more

    SpecialtyPulmonology
    SymptomsRecurring episodes of wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, shortness of breath
    ComplicationsGastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), sinusitis, obstructive sleep apnea
    Usual onsetChildhood
    Best Dog Breeds For People with Asthma

    Choosing a "hypoallergenic" dog breed is one strategy for living with dogs when you have asthma. These are specific breedsthat are supposedly less likely to trigger allergies an… See more

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    Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds

    According to the American College of Asthma, Allergy, and Immunology (ACAAI), the following dog breeds are hypoallergenic: 1. Afghan hound 2. Airedale terrier 3. M… See more

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  1. Asthma is a condition that causes breathing difficulties due to inflammation and narrowing of the airways. Pets are another common trigger of asthma symptoms12. Pets, such as cats and dogs, can produce allergens that can irritate the airways and cause asthma attacks1. These allergens can be found on the pet's fur, saliva, urine, or dander1. To reduce the risk of asthma symptoms from pets, some tips include taking allergy medicine, keeping the pet out of the bedroom, avoiding close contact with the pet, and cleaning the room regularly2.
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    Pets are another common trigger. The allergens associated with animals like cats and dogs can cause asthma symptoms. These allergens include: These allergens can be spread throughout the home when you own a pet. They can also linger on household surfaces, such as furniture, clothes, walls, and carpets, for months after a pet is gone.

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    If your pet triggers your asthma, these tips might help:

    • Start taking allergy medicine or getting allergy shots in addition to your asthma medicine.
    • Keep your pet out of your room.

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    What can trigger asthma in pets?
    It is widely assumed that asthma attacks in pets are brought on as part of an allergic reaction. When your pet breathes in allergens, it may trigger an immune response causing inflammation which results in the irritation, swelling, constriction and production of mucus or fluid within the airways.

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    Is asthma in pets a serious condition?
    Asthma in pets is a serious condition that can stop a pet from being able to get enough oxygen. If your pet is having trouble breathing, this is an emergency situation. Call us for instructions, if these symptoms are present.

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    How can you treat asthma in pets?
    Treatment will vary depending on the severity of your pet’s condition. For mild cases, medication can be administered through a nebulizer or inhaler that is designed for your pet. These medications will help to reduce the severity of attacks and relieve symptoms. For more severe cases, a bronchodilator will be used to help open the airways.

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    What are the symptoms of asthma in pets?
    Another common symptom of feline asthma is crouching or squatting with the neck and head extending in an attempt to breathe easier. Cats may also gag up foamy mucus during asthma attacks. If you notice any of these symptoms in your pet, seek veterinary care.

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    Pet Dander and Asthma - Verywell Health

    Oct 22, 2024 — Safer Pets. Pet dander is a common trigger for asthma symptoms from wheezing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath to full-blown asthma …

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