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Nervousness and depression can also cause an increase in shedding. Bathing more often may dry out the dog's skin, which is counterproductive. Preventing or minimizing the distribution of these allergens can ease dog allergies. There are even specially formulated shampoos and conditioners to help with dog allergies. For more severe cases of dog allergies, an immunologist or allergist can administer allergy shots over a period of weeks that may substantially reduce allergic reactions.
Always wash your hands after touching your dog, especially before touching your face or food. Using HEPA or electrostatic air filters throughout the home has been shown to significantly reduce dog allergies. Vacuuming furniture, mattresses, and dog beds, as well as covering them with impermeable, washable covers, is also helpful. Every other method of reducing allergies will be ineffectual if your pet suffers from nutritional deficiencies, depression, anxiety, or her own allergies. This is unfortunate for the pets, as many of them are euthanized regardless of how sweet or loving they may be.
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