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From: cushner@ttidcb.UUCP (Jeffrey Cushner)
Newsgroups: net.pets
Subject: re:hypoallergenic dogs
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Date: Fri, 29-Mar-85 11:38:13 EST
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Posted: Fri Mar 29 11:38:13 1985
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Note that people are not allergic to dogs' fur, but to the dandruff
they produce which, yes, has to go in the air by route of the fur.

The allergy problem can be prevented with most dogs if their skin
is kept from drying out, by means of baths with medicated shampoo,
which is sold in pet stores.  Don't get carried away with shampooing,
although, since too much causes overly dry skin.

Fatty acids, which are found in food additives, such as Linatone,
contribute to good skin condition also.

The real trouble makers in the dog allergy world are the dogs with
thick medium coats, such as the German Shepheard has.  As any
Shepheard owner will tell you, when they shed, their fur goes flying
in small, and larger, tufts all over the house (and unfortunately up
your nose).

The most work you are going to have to do to keep your house allergy-
free is to diligently vacuum your carpets *every day*.

			Good Luck,

		     Jeff Cushner (K-9 Care)
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