The parents had to admit that love and friendship are wonderful, but their child’s health is more important than anything else.

From then on, they never again let their son and the dog sleep together without supervision, and they advised other families to:

• test children regularly for allergies,
• keep the pet’s fur clean,
• and never leave small children alone with pets, even the kindest and gentlest ones.

Sometimes a small mistake can cost far too much.