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Nomad pretty much hit this one on the head. Get one to pamper yourself, and have him try it. Play it by ear from there.

Also, if he CAN'T use your badger without irritation, try something like...

I am FAIRLY sure that the allergies are due to pet "dander" which is like dandruff for a person... It doesn't occur in wigs, it comes from the scalp...

So yes, the fur/bristles shouldn't give him...