Are there hypoallergenic cats to help with you with your cat allergies?
There is a common misconception that hypoallergenic cats or dogs mean allergy free but there are no allergy free cats or dogs. Hypoallergenic means less allergenic not allergy free. Cat allergies are caused by a protein in cat saliva and skin. As cats are constantly grooming themselves the protein gets on cat fur. The microscopic particles are easily airborne and can migrate quickly through out a house. Common cat allergy symptoms are itchy eyes, wheezing, runny nose, and coughing. The protein causes a allergic reaction when the immune system over reacts which leads to excess histamines.

Some people find they have less allergic reactions around Siberian cats and they are often referred to as being hypoallergenic cats. Siberian cats are a distinct breed, long haired and known for their jumping ability. The Siberian cat is relatively new to North America and there is little scientific evidence as to whether they are hypoallergenic or not. They are however intelligent and have the loyalty of dogs which is perhaps responsible for their popularity.

There are hypoallergenic cats which seem to cause fewer allergies even though they are the same breed as cats that seem to cause allergic reactions. This is do to the fact that some cats are born with a genetic rarity and they have far lower levels of the fel D1 protein that is responsible for cat allergies. A company called Allerca breed these cats that are genetically rare to produce hypoallergenic cats. Though testing and finding these rare cats is not easy since only around 1 in 50,000 cats are born with this genetic rarity. The initial cost for each kitten was $4,000. Science is also working on better ways to block histamines so that those who love cats but have allergies will be able to live in harmony with their pets.

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