There is an opinion that people who suffer from allergies should not have cats or dogs.
But opponents of this theory claim that there are so-called cats that do not cause a painful reaction. In fact, the reason is not only in the fur.
Are Cats a Myth for Allergy Sufferers?
It has been proven that cats pose a danger to allergy sufferers not only because of their thick fur.
The health threat is the Fel d1 protein found in cat saliva, which spreads quickly and easily due to cats' habit of washing themselves with their tongues.
As for exceptional breeds of cats, if an allergy to cats is diagnosed, then you cannot get an animal even in this case.
Moreover, the same rule applies to allergies to dogs.
How to do it right
It would be correct to say that there are cats that will make it easier for allergy sufferers. You can try getting a cat:
- Siberian;
- Russian blue;
- Javanese;
- Balinese;
- Siamese;
- Bengal;
- Scottish Fold;
- as well as Cornish Rex or Sphynx.
Conclusion
Experts say that there are no absolutely hypoallergenic animals. This applies to keeping dogs and cats.
The exception is animal breeds that produce less of the allergenic protein.
Earlier we talked about the best age to bring a pet into your home .
