A cross-sectional analysis of pet-specific immunoglobulin E sensitization and allergic symptomatology and household pet keeping in a birth cohort population

Abstract

It is unknown whether family members with detectable specific immunoglobulin E (sIgE)

Dog and Cat Allergies and Allergen Avoidance Measures in Korean Adult Pet Owners Who Participated in a Pet Exhibition

“… 30 In fact, subjects with a pet allergy or those with family members with a pet allergy tended to keep pets less frequently, and the levels of pet allergens in their households were lower. 9 31 32 33 Whether pet owners allow their pets to enter their bedroom or a baby's room, and whether individuals regularly visit places where pets are kept or where pet allergens are pooled by pet allergen carriers ( e.g. , pet owners' clothes), such as schools or other public places, is also critical.…”

Dog and cat exposure and respective pet allergy in early childhood

“…Small children who need treatment for their allergic symptoms are likely to be tested for suspected allergens. Children may also be tested for allergic sensitization to make the decision to remove the pet from the home, albeit allergic diseases rarely lead to the removal of the pet or avoiding pet‐keeping . Children may also be tested in advance, before the pet is taken, to make sure that keeping it will be safe.…”

Associations of early-life pet ownership with asthma and allergic sensitization: A meta-analysis of more than 77,000 children from the EU Child Cohort Network

“…There are, however, also some limitations that should be considered when interpreting our findings-in particular, the possibility of confounding by indication and reverse causation. Studies have demonstrated selective avoidance of pets, especially cats, among families with asthma or allergies 52,53 ; thus, it is likely that children at highest risk of developing allergies or asthma are also less likely to live with cats or dogs. Similarly, it is also possible that the development of early respiratory symptoms in the child (eg, infant wheeze) may result in the removal of pets from the home; this may be less common than avoidance, however.…”