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Tuesday, December 13, 2011

If you’ve got a pet – and allergic guests coming over, do this first...

If you’re expecting allergic friends or family for the holidays...

...there are a few things you can do to your pet and your house to keep everyone a little more comfortable:

• Take a bath. Washing your pet with a mild, pet-safe shampoo will significantly reduce the amount of allergens.

• Plug in a HEPA air filter in common areas and in a guest bedroom if necessary.

• Clean your house two days before guests arrive. That gives any allergens rustled up into the air some time to settle.

• Set up a pet free zone in the house after you’ve cleaned – especially in any potential guest sleeping spots.

It’s a good idea to always have allergy medication on hand if you’ve got pets. That way any guest with an unexpected reaction will be able to find some relief without an inconvenient or late-night run to the store.

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