Winter allergies are very common. Don't let them bog you down. Here are some steps must take to keep yourself from winter allergies by Dr RSK Sinha Internal Medicine Specialist Jaypee Hospital Noida. 1. Remove wall-to-wall carpet especially carpet over concrete. Animal dander and moulds can become trapped in carpet and rugs and dampness can accumulate between the concrete and pad/carpet creating an environment for dust mites and mould. 2. Minimize contact with pets and keep them strictly out of the bedrooms to reduce the amount of allergen in the room. 3. Bathe your pets weekly if possible to wash away dander