Dear Amy: I think it’s time for pet owners to take a closer look at their beliefs and behavior and give pet-free people a break.
My mother and uncle struggled with animal allergies, and the problems ranged from annoying skin lesions and irritated eyes to alarming breathing problems.
Seeing similar problems start with me, I promised myself I would never have pets. My health is better as a result.
Please stop looking at me as unfriendly as I don’t want to pet your dog or cat or let your bird sit on me no matter if allergies are a factor.
Please don’t tell me my allergies aren’t real because you can’t see them.
Please leave your pets at home when you come to see me.
Please stop telling me that volunteering at the shelter would change your mind.
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