2 Boxers--Many Tears--Advice please

[mrstevens]

I had to go through a similar situation with my husband and my cat. I ended up giving the cat to family so I could still go by and visit. Perhaps you have friends or family around that could do the same for you.

 

[Dbfaceone]

You might want to try air cleaners also like the sharper image air purifier. It is a little pricey but it works great for me.

 

[catcrazy56]

My friend has allergies and Asthma Attacks to she bought a really expensive air purifier she keeps by her bed and never lets the dogs in her room, the purifier came from some special place not just from a store, removing carpets and dander collectors would help also.

 

[Tom95YJ]

I have a Rainbow vaccume it has a hepa filter and uses water to trap hair/dust and cool the motor and its great nothing goes back into the air with that thing

 

[tab_b]

I have allergies (dogs, cats, dust mites, trees, grass...you name it) and asthma. What works for me is no carpeting, making sure the animals are all brushed daily (helps a LOT with the shedding), and meds. I take Pulmicort for asthma, and while I *should* be on a daily allergy medication, I opt to take it only during the "bad times" of the year (spring, fall, mostly).

I've ALWAYS had pets, and I've ALWAYS been allergic, and have had asthma since I was 12. Honestly, I think for *me* it's a matter of controlling the symptoms so that I can enjoy my furbabies. I can't IMAGINE a house without a couple of cats and a Boxer now! Yes I have my "bad days", but for the most part, I'm perfectly content.

Good luck - you've gotten a LOT of great ideas here.

 

[boxrloveer]

My daughter has asthma, but it's not pet related. My husband has to smoke outside though because cigarette smoke worsens it considerably.

 

[Chiefsmom]

Hi there!!! My husband has athsma and allergies to pets as well!!!!! We too had to put in wooden floors (which helped a great deal)! We also have an air purifier which collects allergens from the air!!!! He's done much better from these changes!!! However, I have to ask you.... Has your DH tried Advair?????????? It's a miracle drug!!!!!! My DH barely needs his inhaler anymore if you can believe it! Unfortunately it's somewhat expensive (depending on what insurance you carry)! Just a thought!!!!