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The canine equivalent of human dandruff.
Dander is just shed skin cells (like dandruff), and can be caused by various problems but is also a natural and normal process of skin sloughing. Some of the things that can increase the dander are: nutritional problems that lead to dry coats and skin, infrequent or improper grooming that fails to brush and remove dander and the shed hair that the dander can cling to, dog skin Allergies can result in their having increases of dander flakes, and some breeds just naturally exfoliate more than others.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoDander is just shed skin cells (like dandruff), and can be caused by various problems but is also a natural and normal process of skin sloughing. Some of the things that can increase the dander are: nutritional problems that lead to dry coats and skin, infrequent or improper grooming that fails to brush and remove dander and the shed hair that the dander can cling to, dog skin allergies can result in their having increases of dander flakes, and some breeds just naturally exfoliate more than others.
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∙ 13y agoCat "dander" is microscopic flakes of skin cells and hair. Also, since cats clean themselves by licking, their saliva dries into a microscopic dust, which is part of the dander. All of these things contain proteins which may cause allergic reactions in some people. (Which is why hairless cats are really not "hypo-allergenic").
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∙ 10y agoAnimal dander is not the hair or fur of the animal, but is old skin scales which are constantly shed. Older animals produce more dander than young ones because their skin is drier. Animal dander is extremely light weight and tiny in size, (approx. 2.5 microns) and can stay airborne for hours. (1 micron = 1/25,000 in.)
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What is a breed of large dog that has extremely little or no dander?
All dog have dander. Dander is dead flakes of skin that a dog loses, much like human beings. Larger dogs that are considered to be hypoallergenic or close to it are the standard poodle and the goldendoodle.
If some one in your family is highly allergic to dander would they be able to live with a dog likea Bichon Frise people can be allergic to dog hair skin dander or even spit but im talking about dander?
Bichon's are considered allergy-free dogs. They are the best type of dog to get if you are allergic to dogs.
Are springerdoodles f1b probably ok for allergy sufferers?
There is no such thing as a hypo-allergenic dog. It is the dander that causes the allergy and all dogs are going to have dander. The breeds that don't shed may be a better alternative then a shedding dog as they are said to produce less dander.
Are chow chows a good dog for people with allergies?
No breed of dog is good for people who are allergic to dog dander.
What dogs have little dander?
poodles are hypoallergenicAnother viewThere is really no such thing as a hypoallergenic dog but the dogs that don't shed don't "lose" as much dander.
Can you have a Jack Russell dog if you have asthma?
Dog hair really don't affect asthma. They more affect allergies to dander. But if you do have allergies to dander, and want a Jack Russell, long-hairs are best as they shed less.
Are Airedale dogs a good allergen free dog breed?
no dog is allergen free they just make less dander the hair isn't the problem its the dander but Airedales are good dogs for people who are allergice to dogs.
Are smaller dog better for people with allergies?
Indirectly. The allergy-producing proteins from the dander, urine and saliva that trigger the allergic reactions are the same from dog to dog, the difference is in the amount produced or present. Small dogs are sometimes better just because they spread around less dander and dander-holding hair, and leave around smaller quantities of urine and saliva.
What do you call to the dundruff of animal?
Dandruff of a cat or dog is commonly called dander.
Do dogs have different types of dander?
No, ALL dogs make dander. So do all humans. It is just dead skin cells falling off (dandruff). Those people with asthma and allergies may also be allergic to the proteins in the urine or saliva, which also should be considered. Dogs that shed only lightly and less often usually do not pose as much of a problem because the dander, saliva, urine, on the shed coat is more easily kept controlled. There is no dog that is truly hypoallergenic but some are better than others. See the related questions. With proper grooming care that is correct for your dog and with regular use of dander shampoo, there could be less of a problem, but each person's response will vary dog to dog (even within the same breed). See the related questions below for more details.
Do pomeranians have dander?
Yes, dander consists of the skin flakes that shed from all mammals. Some dog breeds shed less hair and skin, and may be called "hypoallergenic breeds" but they still shed small amounts of skin and hair.
What does the phrase dander up mean?
When someone gets their dander up they are angry or excited. Saying 'Don't get your dander up' means relax or calm yourself down.I suspect it comes from dogs. Dark haired dogs will show their dander when upset (it can happen during a thunderstorm, or when upset at a strange dog, etc.). The appearance of white dander flakes on black fur is quite noticeable and led to the saying.
