What dog or cat breeds are hypoallergenic or safe for children with asthma?
There are no hypoallergenic (allergen-free) dogs or cats, since all breeds have allergen proteins in their saliva, urine and dander. However, not all people develop symptoms around all dog or cat breeds. If your child has asthma but is not allergic to cats or dogs, wonderful! But…and here’s the clincher…allergies develop over time and exposure, so just be aware that asthma symptoms now or in the future that don’t go away with treatment may just point to Bowser or Kitty.
