How Air Purifiers Can Remove Pet Odors & Allergies
We love our pets, but sometimes our four-legged friends can cause havoc with indoor air quality. Particles like pet dander can be as small as 0.3 microns and may cause allergies and unpleasant odor.
Fast Facts
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Allergies to dogs or cats occur in approximately 15% of the population |
The total pet population of the U.S. is more than 100 million, or about four pets for every 10 people |
The main trigger of allergies to animals is their dander, or dead skin, that flakes off |
Instead of sneezing, your dog may be telling you he or she has allergies by itching |
Pets and Indoor Air
According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, allergies to dogs or cats occur in approximately 15% of the population. Most people that suffer from pet allergies often have other mild or moderate allergies to pollens or molds.
Common Triggers
- pet dander (dead skin)
- saliva
- urine
*Pet hair itself is not an allergen although It can collect dander. It also harbors other allergens like dust and pollen.
Common Symptoms
- Itchy eyes
- Runny nose
- Asthma symptoms
- Red itchy skin
- Rash
- Increased incidence of 'colds'
Tips for living with pets
- Avoid contact with cats, dogs, and their dander, and have pets that do not have fur or feathers
- Keeping your pets out of the bedrooms
- Invest in a HEPA air purifier
- Close the ducts to the bedrooms and use electric heaters
- Change your home HVAC filters often
- Clean and vacuum regularly
- Bathe your pet weekly
- Do not allow your pet on the furniture
- Do not allow your pet in your car. (Or use car seat covers when your pet is in the car.)
- Brush your pet frequently and do it outside. You can also use an allergy-reducing spray such as Allerpet
- Keep your pet's skin healthy by feeding a good multivitamin and a fatty acid supplement
- Encourage the pet to spend more time outdoors
- Wash your hands after handling the pet, his toys, or bed
- Talk to your physician about possible immunotherapy or medications
- Remove textiles that trap pet dander, such as a dog bed or carpet. If you must have carpet, select ones with a low pile and steam clean them frequently.
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