If these activities are impossible because of allergic discomfort, hire a professional to do the tasks for you. Creme rinses can be used if the dog's skin dries out. Fatty acid supplements added to the pet's food may also be helpful in correcting a dry skin problem. Consult your veterinarian about possible fatty acid supplements for your pet. You may find that it is already getting ample amounts of fat in the diet and supplying more can be as harmful to your pet as it is to you.
Cats present a unique situation.
Being the conscientious groomers that they are, their fur is often covered with saliva, and this can produce allergic symptoms in people as well. Other potential sources of allergic stimuli are feathers, scales, molds, pollens, tobacco smoke, perfumes, carpet fibers, and housedust mites. Many people are allergic to more than one item. Find out from a physician what your particular allergen is, and if it turns out to be pet- related, try some of Dr. Campbell's suggestions to reduce the allergens in the environment. Using air cleaners or filters is not a bad idea, either.