While not all cats are hypoallergenic, meaning that they produce fewer allergens than others, there are a few breeds of felines that are considered to be hypoallergenic.
Technically speaking, no cat is 100% hypoallergenic, however there are certain breeds that will not bother a person’s allergies as much. It is now thought that most allergies caused by cats come from the dander that they produce. It is also estimated that 10% of individuals who are allergic to cats might actually be allergic to the protein that is present in feline saliva.
If you are looking for a hypoallergenic cat, the following breeds may suit you well:
- Balinese
- Bengal
- Burmese
- Colorpoint Shorthair
- Cornish Rex
- Devon Rex
- Javanese
- Ocicat
- Oriental Shorthair
- Russian Blue
- Siamese
- Sphynx
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