I am allergic to dogs; is it safe for my family to have a dog?

Be careful!: Mild reactions such as nasal congestion can usually be controlled with medication. The concern is that continuous exposure to a pet to which you are allergic leads to complications such as chronic sinusitis, recurrent ear infections, and asthma. These continue to get worse until the dog is removed from the home. If you start to wheeze, it's got to go.