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Hypoallergenic dogs had higher Can f 1 levels in hair and coat samples than non-hypoallergenic dogs, but no evidence for classifying certain dog breeds as being "hypoallergenic."

Can f 1 levels in hair and homes of different dog breeds: lack of evidence to describe any dog breed as hypoallergenic.

Published Oct 1, 2012 · Doris W Vredegoor, T. Willemse, M. Chapman

The Journal of allergy and clinical immunology

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Key takeawayHypoallergenic dogs have higher Can f 1 levels in hair and coat samples, but these differences do not lead to higher environmental exposure to dog allergens, and no dog breed can be classified as "hypoallergenic."

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Hypoallergenic dogs had higher Can f 1 levels in hair and coat samples than non-hypoallergenic dogs, but no evidence for classifying certain dog breeds as being "hypoallergenic."

Can f 1 levels in hair and homes of different dog breeds: lack of evidence to describe any dog breed as hypoallergenic.

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