SPRING ALLERGIES
10 Allergy Myths That Will Surprise You — Myth 7

7. Allergic to dogs or cats? Get a guinea pig or hamster, instead.
Any furry animal, no matter how small, can set off allergy symptoms. If you really want a hypoallergenic pet, buy a lizard or fish.
Updated:
September 09, 2022
Reviewed By:
Christopher Nystuen, MD, MBA and Janet O’Dell, RN