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Do you have a fenced yard and if not, are you committed to exercising the dog on leash several times a day? Does your life style have room for another member to your family?(thats what a dog is) Is someone home all day to tend to their needs or can someone check on the dog a few times during day if you are not able to be home? Dogs do not adjust well if you bring them to a new home then go off to work and only give the dog attention for a short time in the morning and again at night. This dog will feel abandond and may develop behaviors that reflect his loneliness that are not acceptable to you or your neighbors. A dog requires time for feeding, exercising, grooming and hugs and rubs. If your life circumstances change, are you committed to including the dog in your life or at the very least returning the dog to the breeder for placement to a new home? Do not just pawn you dog off, they have feelings. Most breeders desire that the dog be returned to them for placement if you are unable to keep the dog for his lifetime. When making a purchase decision, do not do so impulsively. Pet shop puppies are just too cute for words, but buyer beware. These puppies were probably imported from another state from an establishment whose business is the wholesaling of purebred dogs. Their sole motivation is is the almighty dollar, not the well being or quality of the animals being bred nor their offspring. Ask for references of other buyers of your breeders puppies and then do your homework and check them out. It is also wise to inspect the facilities of the breeder. Please think things over and make a responsible informed decision in getting a dog. They have feelings and their hearts get broken just like ours when we are separated from the people we love. A dog is for life...a life of love.

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Living with Allergies to Animals There was a time when people with allergies were advised to get rid of their pets. Today, physicians and psychologists are recognizing the importance of the human-animal bond to our well being, medically, psychologically and spiritually. With a little effort, you may be able to allergy-proof your home and your companion animal, get your allergies under control and continue to care for your best friend.

An allergy is an overreaction by your immune system to an otherwise harmless substance that acts as an irritant.Contact with an allergy-causing substance (allergen) triggers production of the antibody immunoglobulin E. Which causes immune cells in the mucous lining of your eyes and airways to release inflammatory substances, including histamine. This is when you start the sneezing runny itchy eye trama. When histamine is released in your nose it produces the familiar symptoms of allergy itchy, red and swollen eyes, a stuffy or runny nose, frequent sneezing and cough. Substances found outdoors, indoors and in the foods you eat can cause allergic reactions. The most common allergens are inhaled. These include pollen, dust mites and mold. Allergens can also be found in animal fur, dander (dried skin particles), urine, feces, and saliva.

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First, make sure it's really your animal that you are allergic to.The main reservoirs of cat allergens are carpets, drapes, upholstered furniture, mattresses, walls, and ceilings, which catch dust and dander. Carpets hold 100 times more allergen than non-porous flooring. Consider replacing carpets with something else,especially in rooms you spend a lot of time in such as your bedroom. If you must have carpets, spray them with a product containing nontoxic tannic acid which helps combat the effects of some allergens. You can increase your vacuum cleaner's abilities by using special filter replacement bags that help trap particles or look for a vacuum cleaner that has a high allergen containment rating. Wash walls, ceilings, blankets, curtains and throw pillows regularly. Declare your bedroom off limits to animals by closing the door at all times.(I know, I know, they are so cozy to sleep with though, the pets not the allergies) Provide them with their own comfortable beds and blankets instead. After petting your animal, wash your hands before touching your eyes or face. If possible, have non-allergic people groom and bathe the animal and clean the litter box. Grooming should be done in a well-ventilated area. An air purifier will help rid the air of allergens. Look for a filter room air cleaner,a good one can remove almost 100 percent of small allergenic particles. Freestanding cleaners are better than the small, tabletop filters. Remember to replace the filters often. Keep ducts, furnaces, and air conditioner filters clean. Healthy animals produce less dander so be sure to feed them a high-quality diet. Be thorough in cleaning. Search out dust, mold and animal hair. People are rarely allergic to just animals. If you're allergic to an animal, you're probably also allergic to other substances.

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