anyone here allergic to dogs, that owns one?

[nerdress]

My boyfriend is allergic to dogs, and I've been dying to get a dog since I moved out; it won't be for another ~5-6 months but I'd like to survey my options and do the most research before going out and getting one.

Also, I'm definitely going to be rescuing one, not buying one. I don't care if they're a puppy or an adult, just as long as it's loving I'll take them home.

The problem is that while dogs can be hypoallergenic, they still produce dander--and the boyfriend is very, very allergic. He's fine for a few hours, but he can't be "nice" to the dog; aka, having them sit in his lap, letting them sleep in bed for the night, pet them too much, etc.

My question is: anyone here allergic to dogs (epi-pen worthy) and yet still have a dog? I don't want a hairless one, good GOD those are ugly.

 

[CRXican]

tell him to man up

 

[Ruptga]

If he's that allergic I'd say you're screwed, try to find an intelligent cat instead.

 

[Shawn]

I am not allergic to dogs, but I am allergic to cats. As much as I love cats, I wouldn't suffer through the hell of allergies that don't go away just to have one.

 

[nerdress]

Originally posted by: ADDAvenger
If he's that allergic I'd say you're screwed, try to find an intelligent cat instead.

I already do, he's allergic to cats as well

Fuck! WHY is it that the only guy that has been worth dating in the last 4 years is ALLERGIC TO THE ONLY THING I WANT. :|

 

[JujuFish]

Originally posted by: nerdress

Originally posted by: ADDAvenger
If he's that allergic I'd say you're screwed, try to find an intelligent cat instead.

I already do, he's allergic to cats as well

Fuck! WHY is it that the only guy that has been worth dating in the last 4 years is ALLERGIC TO THE ONLY THING I WANT. :|

Phat epic WoW lootz?

 

[nerdress]

Originally posted by: JujuFish

Originally posted by: nerdress

Originally posted by: ADDAvenger
If he's that allergic I'd say you're screwed, try to find an intelligent cat instead.

I already do, he's allergic to cats as well

Fuck! WHY is it that the only guy that has been worth dating in the last 4 years is ALLERGIC TO THE ONLY THING I WANT. :|

Phat epic WoW lootz?

My WoW lewtz come in the form of a beagle puppy

 

[Ruptga]

There's an xkcd for that

 

[n yusef]

I guess I'm not an animal lover because it sounds ridiculous to get a pet if you know that your partner is "very, very allergic."

 

[theflyingpig]

Your boyfriend is inferior. Allergies are a sign of weakness, and should be wiped out of our gene pool. Everyone knows this.

 

[moshquerade]

I believe if you get a dog that *doesn't* shed you won't have to worry about allergies. You likely will have to take the dog to a groomer for hair cuts periodically (or learn to do it yourself) though.

"Generally speaking, dogs that don't shed are the best option for allergy sufferers. Non shedding breeds are considered to be hypoallergenic which means they don't produce as many allergens through flaky dead skin and dander, which is what triggers the allergies. "

Small Non Shedding Dog Breeds

Shih Tzu
Yorkshire Terrier
Maltese
West Highland
White Terrier
Dachshund (moderate shedders)
Bichon Frise
Miniature Poodle
Italian Greyhound
Border Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Havanese
Miniature Schnauzer
Norfolk Terrier
Silky Terrier
Welsh Terrier
Boston Terrier
Scottish Terrier
Chinese Crested
Australian Terrier



Medium To Large Non Shedding Dog Breeds

Airedale Terrier
Standard Poodle
Wirehaired Fox Terrier
Greyhound
Bedlington Terrier
Irish Water Spaniel
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Basenji
Kerry Blue Terrier
http://www.dog-obedience-train...gs-that-dont-shed.html

 

[McCarthy]

Put the boyfriend on a leash. More fun and costs less in Claritin.

 

[Bignate603]

If you're very picky about the breed he might not react. However, you may need to give up the thought of getting a rescue dog. If you have to look for a specific breed you might not be able to find them in a shelter. When I was growing up my allergies were worse to dogs and I did ok when we got a yorkie.

I'd be VERY careful though about getting a dog if he reacts so badly he needs an epi-pen for it. I wouldn't go for it if he's really worried about it.

 

[surfsatwerk]

Originally posted by: nerdress

Originally posted by: ADDAvenger
If he's that allergic I'd say you're screwed, try to find an intelligent cat instead.

I already do, he's allergic to cats as well

Fuck! WHY is it that the only guy that has been worth dating in the last 4 years is ALLERGIC TO THE ONLY THING I WANT. :|

Dump him. As a man I can safely say that,

Dogs > Men

 

[Elganja]

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[Elganja]

Originally posted by: moshquerade
I believe if you get a dog that *doesn't* shed you won't have to worry about allergies. You likely will have to take the dog to a groomer for hair cuts periodically (or learn to do it yourself) though.

"Generally speaking, dogs that don't shed are the best option for allergy sufferers. Non shedding breeds are considered to be hypoallergenic which means they don't produce as many allergens through flaky dead skin and dander, which is what triggers the allergies. "

Small Non Shedding Dog Breeds

Shih Tzu
Yorkshire Terrier
Maltese
West Highland
White Terrier
Dachshund (moderate shedders)
Bichon Frise
Miniature Poodle
Italian Greyhound
Border Terrier
Cairn Terrier
Havanese
Miniature Schnauzer
Norfolk Terrier
Silky Terrier
Welsh Terrier
Boston Terrier
Scottish Terrier
Chinese Crested
Australian Terrier



Medium To Large Non Shedding Dog Breeds

Airedale Terrier
Standard Poodle
Wirehaired Fox Terrier
Greyhound
Bedlington Terrier
Irish Water Spaniel
Soft Coated Wheaten Terrier
Basenji
Kerry Blue Terrier
http://www.dog-obedience-train...gs-that-dont-shed.html

I can vouch for those 2 breeds. I have a norfolk terrier, buddy of mine has a Havanese. Both dogs have been around people with allergies (some more sevre then others) and those people had no issues during extended time periods.

 

[torpid]

I'm allergic to cats and have two cats. I think I'm mostly over the allergy now. Most likely they exacerbate other allergy issues though.

 

[Capt Caveman]

How long have you been dating this guy? Odds are the relationship will be over before you're ready to get a dog.