CF and pets

[randames22]

Our son is 27 and has a full grown Golden Retriever and we are wondering if this dog should go. Could it be contributing to his hospitalizations at all? He and his wife don't want to get rid of the dog, BUT we feel he needs to go. Feeding, cleanliness are certainly issues. Any ideas?

 

[randames22]

Our son is 27 and has a full grown Golden Retriever and we are wondering if this dog should go. Could it be contributing to his hospitalizations at all? He and his wife don't want to get rid of the dog, BUT we feel he needs to go. Feeding, cleanliness are certainly issues. Any ideas?

 

[randames22]

Our son is 27 and has a full grown Golden Retriever and we are wondering if this dog should go. Could it be contributing to his hospitalizations at all? He and his wife don't want to get rid of the dog, BUT we feel he needs to go. Feeding, cleanliness are certainly issues. Any ideas?

 

[randames22]

Our son is 27 and has a full grown Golden Retriever and we are wondering if this dog should go. Could it be contributing to his hospitalizations at all? He and his wife don't want to get rid of the dog, BUT we feel he needs to go. Feeding, cleanliness are certainly issues. Any ideas?

 

[randames22]

Our son is 27 and has a full grown Golden Retriever and we are wondering if this dog should go. Could it be contributing to his hospitalizations at all? He and his wife don't want to get rid of the dog, BUT we feel he needs to go. Feeding, cleanliness are certainly issues. Any ideas?

 

[paysmom]

my son has a full grown saint bernard, a cat and 2 birds and they are all inside animals we had him tested when he was in the hospital to make sure and he has some allergies to cats but he loves animals so we cant get ride of them. we make sure to vacume daily and bath them atleast weekly.

 

[paysmom]

my son has a full grown saint bernard, a cat and 2 birds and they are all inside animals we had him tested when he was in the hospital to make sure and he has some allergies to cats but he loves animals so we cant get ride of them. we make sure to vacume daily and bath them atleast weekly.

 

[paysmom]

my son has a full grown saint bernard, a cat and 2 birds and they are all inside animals we had him tested when he was in the hospital to make sure and he has some allergies to cats but he loves animals so we cant get ride of them. we make sure to vacume daily and bath them atleast weekly.

 

[paysmom]

my son has a full grown saint bernard, a cat and 2 birds and they are all inside animals we had him tested when he was in the hospital to make sure and he has some allergies to cats but he loves animals so we cant get ride of them. we make sure to vacume daily and bath them atleast weekly.

 

[paysmom]

my son has a full grown saint bernard, a cat and 2 birds and they are all inside animals we had him tested when he was in the hospital to make sure and he has some allergies to cats but he loves animals so we cant get ride of them. we make sure to vacume daily and bath them atleast weekly.

 

[coltsfan715]

If he has talked to his docs and they don't see any reason for him to get rid of the dog then I think that you should be okay with that decision too.

It would be different if he had serious allergies to dogs or something of that nature. Even with that being said I have a mild dog allergy and we have a dog and I am post transplant at that. We have a dog and 4 indoor cats. My docs didn't like the idea of me keeping them but they allowed it and I haven't had a problem with them.

There are SOOO many other things that cause infections and illness that I think the dog is quite honestly the least of his worries. In fact I personally think my cat was a huge helkp emotionally for me when I was going through the process with transplant.

I am also going to say this and I am not trying to be rude but it just struck me and yeah. If He and his wife want to keep the dog, why is your opinion effecting their decision at all. Do they live with you? Otherwise I don't see why it is something for you to fret over. Just a thought on that - but yeah I think animals are okay barring you don't have severe allergies toward them.

Take Care,
Lindsey

 

[coltsfan715]

If he has talked to his docs and they don't see any reason for him to get rid of the dog then I think that you should be okay with that decision too.

It would be different if he had serious allergies to dogs or something of that nature. Even with that being said I have a mild dog allergy and we have a dog and I am post transplant at that. We have a dog and 4 indoor cats. My docs didn't like the idea of me keeping them but they allowed it and I haven't had a problem with them.

There are SOOO many other things that cause infections and illness that I think the dog is quite honestly the least of his worries. In fact I personally think my cat was a huge helkp emotionally for me when I was going through the process with transplant.

I am also going to say this and I am not trying to be rude but it just struck me and yeah. If He and his wife want to keep the dog, why is your opinion effecting their decision at all. Do they live with you? Otherwise I don't see why it is something for you to fret over. Just a thought on that - but yeah I think animals are okay barring you don't have severe allergies toward them.

Take Care,
Lindsey

 

[coltsfan715]

If he has talked to his docs and they don't see any reason for him to get rid of the dog then I think that you should be okay with that decision too.

It would be different if he had serious allergies to dogs or something of that nature. Even with that being said I have a mild dog allergy and we have a dog and I am post transplant at that. We have a dog and 4 indoor cats. My docs didn't like the idea of me keeping them but they allowed it and I haven't had a problem with them.

There are SOOO many other things that cause infections and illness that I think the dog is quite honestly the least of his worries. In fact I personally think my cat was a huge helkp emotionally for me when I was going through the process with transplant.

I am also going to say this and I am not trying to be rude but it just struck me and yeah. If He and his wife want to keep the dog, why is your opinion effecting their decision at all. Do they live with you? Otherwise I don't see why it is something for you to fret over. Just a thought on that - but yeah I think animals are okay barring you don't have severe allergies toward them.

Take Care,
Lindsey

 

[coltsfan715]

If he has talked to his docs and they don't see any reason for him to get rid of the dog then I think that you should be okay with that decision too.

It would be different if he had serious allergies to dogs or something of that nature. Even with that being said I have a mild dog allergy and we have a dog and I am post transplant at that. We have a dog and 4 indoor cats. My docs didn't like the idea of me keeping them but they allowed it and I haven't had a problem with them.

There are SOOO many other things that cause infections and illness that I think the dog is quite honestly the least of his worries. In fact I personally think my cat was a huge helkp emotionally for me when I was going through the process with transplant.

I am also going to say this and I am not trying to be rude but it just struck me and yeah. If He and his wife want to keep the dog, why is your opinion effecting their decision at all. Do they live with you? Otherwise I don't see why it is something for you to fret over. Just a thought on that - but yeah I think animals are okay barring you don't have severe allergies toward them.

Take Care,
Lindsey

 

[coltsfan715]

If he has talked to his docs and they don't see any reason for him to get rid of the dog then I think that you should be okay with that decision too.
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<br />It would be different if he had serious allergies to dogs or something of that nature. Even with that being said I have a mild dog allergy and we have a dog and I am post transplant at that. We have a dog and 4 indoor cats. My docs didn't like the idea of me keeping them but they allowed it and I haven't had a problem with them.
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<br />There are SOOO many other things that cause infections and illness that I think the dog is quite honestly the least of his worries. In fact I personally think my cat was a huge helkp emotionally for me when I was going through the process with transplant.
<br />
<br />I am also going to say this and I am not trying to be rude but it just struck me and yeah. If He and his wife want to keep the dog, why is your opinion effecting their decision at all. Do they live with you? Otherwise I don't see why it is something for you to fret over. Just a thought on that - but yeah I think animals are okay barring you don't have severe allergies toward them.
<br />
<br />Take Care,
<br />Lindsey

 

[lightNlife]

Hi there. I'm an environmental scientist, mainly working in the field of air quality, both indoor and outdoor. I'm also a CF patient and a pet owner.

Is the dog a recent addition to the home and is that why you suspect he's had more hospitalizations? It could just be that the current stage of his disease is making him more prone to infection. There were a lot of particularly rough infections going around this winter, even in the non-CF community. I wouldn't necessarily blame the dog, but I would look into a few things, especially if allergies are a problem.

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.helium.com/items/114846-asthmatics-often-discouraged-keeping">Pets, Asthma and Allergies</a>

There are a few things to be concerned about, especially if the dog lives in the house. You mentioned feeding and cleanliness are issues. Although I don't have a dog (my husband is allergic) I do have a pet rabbit that lives indoors. Here's how I keep it from being a problem:

1. Water dish gets cleaned DAILY. This prevents bacteria and mold from forming and becoming airborne.

2. His nesting area (where he sleeps) is not in a room where I spent a lot of time. He does most of his grooming in his nest, and that prevents his fur from being tracked all over the house.

3. The rabbit is NOT allowed in areas where I sleep, since I don't want him contributing to allergens that may settle in to my mattress or pillows.

4. I vacuum twice a week to pick up any sheddings or loose hay that got tracked out of his nest.


Pets can be a problem for many CFers, but there are benefits too. With a dog especially, your son is probably going to do more exercise such as walking the dog, than if he didn't have a pet. The downside to having an indoor/outdoor animal is that it could track in allergens, pollen, mold spores, etc.

A HEPA filter (I recommend Bionaire's HEPA tower with independent ionizer) is great for dealing with those indoor issues that may aggravate the airways. There are plenty of CFers who have dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, ferrets, etc. and don't experience any worsening of their condition because of it.

 

[lightNlife]

Hi there. I'm an environmental scientist, mainly working in the field of air quality, both indoor and outdoor. I'm also a CF patient and a pet owner.

Is the dog a recent addition to the home and is that why you suspect he's had more hospitalizations? It could just be that the current stage of his disease is making him more prone to infection. There were a lot of particularly rough infections going around this winter, even in the non-CF community. I wouldn't necessarily blame the dog, but I would look into a few things, especially if allergies are a problem.

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.helium.com/items/114846-asthmatics-often-discouraged-keeping">Pets, Asthma and Allergies</a>

There are a few things to be concerned about, especially if the dog lives in the house. You mentioned feeding and cleanliness are issues. Although I don't have a dog (my husband is allergic) I do have a pet rabbit that lives indoors. Here's how I keep it from being a problem:

1. Water dish gets cleaned DAILY. This prevents bacteria and mold from forming and becoming airborne.

2. His nesting area (where he sleeps) is not in a room where I spent a lot of time. He does most of his grooming in his nest, and that prevents his fur from being tracked all over the house.

3. The rabbit is NOT allowed in areas where I sleep, since I don't want him contributing to allergens that may settle in to my mattress or pillows.

4. I vacuum twice a week to pick up any sheddings or loose hay that got tracked out of his nest.


Pets can be a problem for many CFers, but there are benefits too. With a dog especially, your son is probably going to do more exercise such as walking the dog, than if he didn't have a pet. The downside to having an indoor/outdoor animal is that it could track in allergens, pollen, mold spores, etc.

A HEPA filter (I recommend Bionaire's HEPA tower with independent ionizer) is great for dealing with those indoor issues that may aggravate the airways. There are plenty of CFers who have dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, ferrets, etc. and don't experience any worsening of their condition because of it.

 

[lightNlife]

Hi there. I'm an environmental scientist, mainly working in the field of air quality, both indoor and outdoor. I'm also a CF patient and a pet owner.

Is the dog a recent addition to the home and is that why you suspect he's had more hospitalizations? It could just be that the current stage of his disease is making him more prone to infection. There were a lot of particularly rough infections going around this winter, even in the non-CF community. I wouldn't necessarily blame the dog, but I would look into a few things, especially if allergies are a problem.

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.helium.com/items/114846-asthmatics-often-discouraged-keeping">Pets, Asthma and Allergies</a>

There are a few things to be concerned about, especially if the dog lives in the house. You mentioned feeding and cleanliness are issues. Although I don't have a dog (my husband is allergic) I do have a pet rabbit that lives indoors. Here's how I keep it from being a problem:

1. Water dish gets cleaned DAILY. This prevents bacteria and mold from forming and becoming airborne.

2. His nesting area (where he sleeps) is not in a room where I spent a lot of time. He does most of his grooming in his nest, and that prevents his fur from being tracked all over the house.

3. The rabbit is NOT allowed in areas where I sleep, since I don't want him contributing to allergens that may settle in to my mattress or pillows.

4. I vacuum twice a week to pick up any sheddings or loose hay that got tracked out of his nest.


Pets can be a problem for many CFers, but there are benefits too. With a dog especially, your son is probably going to do more exercise such as walking the dog, than if he didn't have a pet. The downside to having an indoor/outdoor animal is that it could track in allergens, pollen, mold spores, etc.

A HEPA filter (I recommend Bionaire's HEPA tower with independent ionizer) is great for dealing with those indoor issues that may aggravate the airways. There are plenty of CFers who have dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, ferrets, etc. and don't experience any worsening of their condition because of it.

 

[lightNlife]

Hi there. I'm an environmental scientist, mainly working in the field of air quality, both indoor and outdoor. I'm also a CF patient and a pet owner.

Is the dog a recent addition to the home and is that why you suspect he's had more hospitalizations? It could just be that the current stage of his disease is making him more prone to infection. There were a lot of particularly rough infections going around this winter, even in the non-CF community. I wouldn't necessarily blame the dog, but I would look into a few things, especially if allergies are a problem.

<a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.helium.com/items/114846-asthmatics-often-discouraged-keeping">Pets, Asthma and Allergies</a>

There are a few things to be concerned about, especially if the dog lives in the house. You mentioned feeding and cleanliness are issues. Although I don't have a dog (my husband is allergic) I do have a pet rabbit that lives indoors. Here's how I keep it from being a problem:

1. Water dish gets cleaned DAILY. This prevents bacteria and mold from forming and becoming airborne.

2. His nesting area (where he sleeps) is not in a room where I spent a lot of time. He does most of his grooming in his nest, and that prevents his fur from being tracked all over the house.

3. The rabbit is NOT allowed in areas where I sleep, since I don't want him contributing to allergens that may settle in to my mattress or pillows.

4. I vacuum twice a week to pick up any sheddings or loose hay that got tracked out of his nest.


Pets can be a problem for many CFers, but there are benefits too. With a dog especially, your son is probably going to do more exercise such as walking the dog, than if he didn't have a pet. The downside to having an indoor/outdoor animal is that it could track in allergens, pollen, mold spores, etc.

A HEPA filter (I recommend Bionaire's HEPA tower with independent ionizer) is great for dealing with those indoor issues that may aggravate the airways. There are plenty of CFers who have dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, ferrets, etc. and don't experience any worsening of their condition because of it.

 

[lightNlife]

Hi there. I'm an environmental scientist, mainly working in the field of air quality, both indoor and outdoor. I'm also a CF patient and a pet owner.
<br />
<br />Is the dog a recent addition to the home and is that why you suspect he's had more hospitalizations? It could just be that the current stage of his disease is making him more prone to infection. There were a lot of particularly rough infections going around this winter, even in the non-CF community. I wouldn't necessarily blame the dog, but I would look into a few things, especially if allergies are a problem.
<br />
<br /><a target=_blank class=ftalternatingbarlinklarge href="http://www.helium.com/items/114846-asthmatics-often-discouraged-keeping">Pets, Asthma and Allergies</a>
<br />
<br />There are a few things to be concerned about, especially if the dog lives in the house. You mentioned feeding and cleanliness are issues. Although I don't have a dog (my husband is allergic) I do have a pet rabbit that lives indoors. Here's how I keep it from being a problem:
<br />
<br />1. Water dish gets cleaned DAILY. This prevents bacteria and mold from forming and becoming airborne.
<br />
<br />2. His nesting area (where he sleeps) is not in a room where I spent a lot of time. He does most of his grooming in his nest, and that prevents his fur from being tracked all over the house.
<br />
<br />3. The rabbit is NOT allowed in areas where I sleep, since I don't want him contributing to allergens that may settle in to my mattress or pillows.
<br />
<br />4. I vacuum twice a week to pick up any sheddings or loose hay that got tracked out of his nest.
<br />
<br />
<br />Pets can be a problem for many CFers, but there are benefits too. With a dog especially, your son is probably going to do more exercise such as walking the dog, than if he didn't have a pet. The downside to having an indoor/outdoor animal is that it could track in allergens, pollen, mold spores, etc.
<br />
<br />A HEPA filter (I recommend Bionaire's HEPA tower with independent ionizer) is great for dealing with those indoor issues that may aggravate the airways. There are plenty of CFers who have dogs, cats, rabbits, fish, ferrets, etc. and don't experience any worsening of their condition because of it.