Dogs suffer allergies just like humans do. The difference is that dogs, unlike humans, are unable to properly communicate that they are suffering an allergic reaction that is causing them to break out in rashes or hives.
(prHWY.com) May 2, 2012 - Seattle, WA -- Dogs suffer allergies just like humans do. The difference is that dogs, unlike humans, are unable to properly communicate that they are suffering an allergic reaction that is causing them to break out in rashes or hives. Humans will usually notice that dogs are suffering an allergic reaction only after they notice they are busy scratching, rolling around, or whimpering. A new invention that was featured at this year's Dog and Cat Expo may solve this long standing problem.
"Humans often think that dogs are just like humans", explained inventor Jason Tallows. "The truth is they aren't. They can't tell us when they are suffering or when they come across something that is causing them an allergic reaction, but that won't be the case anymore."
Tallows has created an electronic device that dogs can use to alert humans when they are suffering an allergic reaction to something. This small electronic pad is placed near a dog's food bowl, and is connected to the pet owner's email account, computer, and smartphone. When the dog suffers an allergic reaction he can push the button on the pad. This will send a message to the owner alerting them that the dog has encountered something that is causing a skin allergy.
"No longer will our poor pets have to suffer any longer", said Tallows. "This invention is known to alert humans to
dog skin allergies up to 6 days earlier than if humans were left on their own to discover it. That is a lot less suffering our dogs have to go through."
Tallows featured the invention in a seminar at the Dog and Cat Expo. Dog owners were able to see live demonstrations of how the electronic device worked, and the potential that it has to relieve the suffering of dogs who regularly suffer from allergies.
Tallows is currently working with fellow cat owners to create a device that works for cats. The prototype has had some problems in the testing phase, but Tallows is confident that he can create a device that will work for cats.
The dog allergy alert model was extremely successful. Tallows has a waiting list of 30 dog owners waiting to purchase the product when it is officially released.
"I always got upset at the thought that my dog was suffering and I couldn't tell", said dog owner Meghan Connors. "Now I can tell when they are suffering, and get them the help they need sooner. It'll help me sleep better at night."
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