For many pet owners whose pets experience allergies during the spring and summer months, the winter and cold may bring a false sense of hope for alleviating seasonal allergies...

Unfortunately, sneezing, runny eyes, inflamed, and itchy skin can still occur during the winter months as well. Many pet parents wonder why and how they can relieve their pet's allergies? 

It turns out indoor allergies are quite common this time of year. This could be do to your furnace or heating system circulating dust and mold your pet is allergic to. Or chemical cleaners, certain brands of cat litter, or airborne allergies such as dust and mold can also cause allergic flair ups with touched or inhaled by your pet. With the doors and windows closed this winter they are not receiving as much fresh air or circulation.

If your pet experiences allergies this winter it is important to be aware why and fortunately there are a number of things you can do to eliminate the problem and relieve your pet from allergies in the home:

Check the air filter

The air filter in your furnace should be changed every few months to ensure proper function of your heating and cooling system. Over time the filter collects dust and debris and prevents air from being circulated.

The allergens are being pushed through your vents and circulating throughout your home each day. Your dog or cat may experience an allergic reaction due to this.

Clean your air ducts

Dirty air ducts can push dust, as well as mold spores, out through the vents, leading to irritated lungs and allergies for pets and humans. If your ducts haven’t been cleaned in a few years, now is the time to have them professionally cleaned out.

Use a HEPA filter 

A high-efficiency particulate air (HEPA) filter placed in the room your pet sleeps in most often can help pull the majority of dust or mold particles out of the air so you and your pets can breathe more easily. HEPA filters are useful for all kinds of airborne allergens, but they can be particularly beneficial during the winter months when fresh air is scarce. 

Doing these few things to clean out your home’s central air system and create a particle-free space may help alleviate your pet’s allergy symptoms. Unfortunately, not all pets will have the same allergies, and it’s possible that your pet is allergic to something else entirely.

It is also important to keep your pets immune system strong with a healthy diet during these months and summer months. A daily supplement such as Ultra Oil with keep your pet healthy, skin and cells lubricated, and coat soft and shiny.

Click here for source info.