PET ALLERGIES: The Hypoallergenic Dog Myth

People who have allergies have over sensitive immune
systems.  Their bodies overreact to
harmless proteins which cause their bodies to attack it similar to bacteria and
viruses.  Their symptoms, depending on
the severity, are coughing, wheezing, sneezing, red itchy eyes, runny, itchy,
congested nose, skin irritation, hives and at some times anaphylaxis.

People who suffer from dog allergies are allergic to the
protein found in the dog’s saliva, dander, and urine.  Most are not allergic to the dog’s fur.  It is the saliva, dander and urine ON the fur
that most people are allergic to. 

In a recent study 173 homes were tested.  62 dog breeds were studied, 11 of which were
considered to be hypoallergenic.   The
study shows that just as much dog protein was found in homes with “hypoallergenic”
dogs as those with non-hypoallergenic dogs.   

 Still not convinced? 
The links below go into more detail with case studies.  Click and take a look.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hypoallergenic_dog_breed

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/07/08/hypoallergenic-dogs-not-a_n_893244.html

http://theweek.com/article/index/217116/the-myth-of-hypoallergenic-dogs

http://www.cbsnews.com/8301-504763_162-20077941-10391704.html