Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Try Hypoallergenic Dog Beds As A Solution To Pet Allergies

By Tara Daniels


Humans suffer from a variety of different allergies. Between food allergies, hay fever, chemical allergies, humans suffer from them all. Did you know that pets can also suffer from these same allergies? Medical associations and veterinarians are now reporting that the number of pet allergies is growing steadily. One of the most effective solutions to this growing problem is to purchase hypoallergenic dog beds for your pets.

According to many medical dictionaries, hypoallergenic means an item or material that is treated or made from materials that are not known to cause allergic reactions in humans or pets. The bedding is made from fillers and materials that cause less allergic reactions than bedding that is made from the usual materials like cotton or polyesters that are known to cause allergic reactions.

Using a specialized blend of organic and all-natural bedding, this type of bed help diminish allergic reactions. It helps to eliminate the chance of your pet having negative reactions to common allergens. Atopy, which is what an allergic reaction in pets is called, usually depends on receptive your pet is to allergens when exposed to them. Any material that is non-hypoallergenic will allow allergens to build up over time.

Many believe that simply by frequently washing the bedding or cleaning the home will eliminate allergens, however that is simply not true. It is just a temporary solution to an ongoing problem. Once the bedding is infested with dust mites, they can spread to furniture where the dog may sleep. Dust mites also cause numerous problems for people as well as pets. It is very important to make the switch to hypoallergenic bedding because of its ability to resist allergens and dust mites. Taking this step will make the living space more comfortable for pets and humans.

Many do not understand why the materials that make up hypoallergenic items are so special. That is okay because they are just now being discussed. Most of the beds that can be purchased these days are manufactured with buckwheat, recycled plastics called green fiber, organic cotton, and hemp. Hemp is used because it not only is resistant to allergens, but it resistant to tears, sun damage, and mildew.

A common material used in bedding is wool fleece. Wool is known to have a natural resistance to odor-causing bacteria, as well as mildew, dust mites, and mold. The material is treated with lanolin because lanolin is flea resistant and protects the skin of animals.

Due to the fact that these materials are becoming more popular, they are pretty easy to find. If your vet does not carry a particular line at their clinic, they will most likely know where you can order or purchase directly the type of bedding that you need. Some pets have a very specific type of allergy, therefore the doctor may recommend a special type of bedding.

Even if your dog does not have any allergies, you can still purchase a new bed. Hypoallergenic dog beds are very eco-friendly. You can purchase them at pet stores and online. They typically range from twenty-five to one hundred dollars.




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