Keep pets out of bedrooms and off upholstered furniture
Use HEPA air purifiers in main living areas and bedrooms
Vacuum frequently with a HEPA-filter vacuum
Wash bedding, blankets, and pet fabrics regularly in hot water
Bathe and groom pets regularly, if recommended by a veterinarian
Wash hands after touching pets
Avoid touching your face after pet contact
Change clothes after prolonged pet contact
Clean hard surfaces often to reduce dander buildup
Replace carpets with hard flooring if possible
Use allergen-proof covers on mattresses and pillows
Keep humidity low to reduce allergen accumulation
Limit exposure to areas where pets spend the most time
Ask someone else to handle litter boxes, cages, or bedding when possible
Take allergy medications as directed by a doctor
Use nasal saline rinses to reduce symptoms
Consult an allergist for testing and treatment options
Consider allergy shots or immunotherapy if symptoms are persistent
Rehome pets only if symptoms remain severe despite management