Finding an alternative
I'm allergic / my family is allergic to my dog
It’s frustrating to develop an allergy – or have an existing allergy get worse – when you own a dog. It’s doubly upsetting if it means you may have to give up your pooch.
Before taking the step of giving up your dog, it’s worth speaking to your doctor, to make sure that your symptoms are consistent with a pet allergy, and not being caused by something else.
If that’s confirmed, then there are measures to see if you can minimise the problem.
HSE
Practical advice on allergies from symptoms and diagnosis to treatment and prevention.
This didn't work for me, what's next?
We know this is a tough decision, and we won’t judge you for needing to find your dog a new home. Asking us for help is the most responsible thing you can do for your dog. We will do everything we can to offer advice and help you make alternative arrangements if we can.
If you need support, call us: