You’ve found the love of your life. You both have big plans for your future together. You get each other’s jokes, like the same movies…it’s all perfect. Except that he/she is allergic to your pet. Those cozy nights together in front of the TV turn into a sneeze-fest. They wake up in the morning, face swollen from the dog who insists on sleeping in your bedroom. You love your partner. You also love your pet. So what can you do? With its long history of supplying high-quality cubic zirconia jewelry to couples, Birkat Elyon knows about the many things that can impact a relationship. Here are some tips to bring peaceful co-existence with your partner and your fur-kid.
ALLERGY MEDS
They’ve come a long way in recent years, and are far less likely to make you drowsy. Taking something before encountering the pet can keep any reactions to a minimum.
IMMUNOTHERAPY
This is a variation on allergy pills. The allergic partner receives tiny doses of the thing that’s causing a problem; gradually, their immune system gets used to it. This can also happen naturally by repeated exposure to the pet. Of course, this depends on how severe the allergy is, but it has been known to (frequently) happen.
DO THE DANDER CLEAN-UP
“Dander” is a combination of the pet’s fur and dead skin cells; this is what typically creates an allergic reaction. It tends to stick to carpets and cloth surfaces (like couch cushions and sheets). While nothing has been developed to totally eradicate pet dander, there are many cleansers that will significantly take them out of the picture, ranging from detergents to sprays.
Regular vacuuming with a powerful machine will also help. There are vacuum cleaners that are specially designed for pet owners and are extra-helpful in removing fur and dander from various surfaces. Make cleaning/vacuuming the first line of defense.
MAINTAIN A “NO PET” AREA
Keep part of your home off-limits to your pet(s). The best option is the bedroom. Wash the bedding frequently, vacuum floors and carpet diligently. And keep the door closed (don’t worry: if this is new to your pet, they’ll get used to it, especially if they have a nice comfy spot of their own).
Take heart: there are many stories of couples dealing with the dilemma of allergies and pets. They find a way to get through it. So keep trying to find the solution(s) that best fit your life. You’re certain to discover something that works so that you don’t have to make a terrible choice between your partner or your pet. A happy (furry) ending is possible!
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