What Are the Symptoms of Dog Hair Allergy?

Dog allergies affect people in different ways. The source of the allergy could be dander, saliva or urine, according to veterinarians at Pet Education. Dander is released into the atmosphere when the dog sheds its hair, resulting in the belief that the allergy stems from dog hair. The symptoms of dog hair and dander allergies are similar to those of other airborne allergies, such as pollen.

Coughing

• Coughing and wheezing are common symptoms of dog dander allergies in humans. Depending on the severity of the allergy, the coughing and wheezing could lead to a breathing problem. If the allergic person has another medical condition causing breathing problems, such as asthma, the symptoms could be even more severe, according to Web MD.

Itchy Eyes

• Red, itchy eyes are another symptom of dog dander allergies in humans, according to Web MD. This cold-like symptom is common for many types of nasal allergies, and your doctor may prescribe allergy medication to keep this under control.

Runny Nose

• A runny, itchy, stuffy nose is a symptom of a dog dander allergy. Sneezing often occurs alongside the runny nose. Allergy medication may help, and there are allergy-reducing sprays available for pets to help relieve the symptoms, according to Pet Education.

Skin Reactions

• Severe dog dander allergies might cause a person to have skin reactions, such as hives, according to Web MD. These tend to develop on the face and neck. If you experience such an extreme reaction to a dog, see a doctor for a checkup and advice.