Pet Dander Allergies

Never thought allergies would affect me. Now that the world of the 40's have hit, it's official...I can now say that I am affected by allergies. Where the hell did they come from? Is this some American Health Care plan to keep us buying drugs? Well, all in all I am now purchasing medication for these allergies. And when did I get allergic to pet dander and here I have a dog. Please make sure you bath your pets often, even in winter. I believe the hardwood floors help with the pet dander versus that of carpet. My dog Punkin does not make me sneeze, cough, and all that hacking (at least that's what I believe...and noone can tell me different!).