Are any cats hypoallergenic?
Approximately 10% of the world’s population is said to be allergic to a cat but what is the main factor that causes people to have an allergic reaction? A protein Fel d 1 that is produced in the feline saliva is the main culprit. The problem aggravates when the feline licks its coat and the allergens are matted in the fur. So, are there any cats that do not produce Fel d 1? A straight up answer would be no, but there are plenty of factors that impact the production of this protein. The good news that you can have a pet cat even if you are allergic by carefully considering the factors that impact the proteins’ production. For detailed study on pet allergies, symptoms and treatment click here The factors include breed, age, gender, color and if the cat is neutered/spayed or not. So here is what to look for when someone allergic plans to adopt a cat. The Best Breeds: Here is a list of the breeds that can be more tolerable for people with allergies: Siberian (Less of the F...