If I am allergic to pets, do I have to give up my pet?

The most clearly effective step is to stop keeping the pet. If that is hard to do, you can try keeping the pet out of the bedroom, having someone without the allergy brush and wash the pet often, using an air purifier with a high-efficiency filter, cleaning more often, and seeing a doctor to assess treatment for your symptoms. Pet dander can stay in the home for months after the pet leaves.