The only solution for those who have a extreme allergic reaction to cat dander is to get rid of the cat. People who have mild to medium reactions to cat dander can often find ways to cope. It helps to confine the cats to certain areas of your house and keep them out of the bedroom. HEPA filters can greatly reduce cat dander levels, both a air purifier and vacuum with a HEPA filter are recommended for people with allergies. Regular vacuuming of carpets, furniture, drapes and other areas where cat dander is found will help. Over the counter medications and allergy shots could also reduce or eliminate cat allergy symptoms. There is hope for cat lovers who have extreme cat allergies.
Science may have the answer for cat allergy suffers as a US biotech company, Allerca has developed a hypoallergenic cat. The cats were not genetically modified as many people believe. The company simply looked for rare cats that did not have the protein that causes allergies and used them for breeding. Since its very rare genetically to find cats without the protein as only 1 in 50,000 cats does not carry the protein it was no easy task. The hypoallergenic cats have taken years to be developed and breed in significant quantities. The initial cost of these kittens has shocked many buyers, each kitten cost just under $4,ooo US. Hopefully the price will come down over time and those who love cats but can’t tolerate their cat allergies will be able to afford them.