Cats that don't cause allergies in humans? I know there is a type that exists!?

I know there is a type of cat (and not the bald one) that exists that is perfect for a home with someone with cat allergies. Every time I google it though it comes up with a new type that has been created recently that costs $6000 and up. I am willing to pay a little more, but that's ridiculous. Does anyone know what type of cat it is? They are a little smaller than normal and have almost curly hair?

Thanks so much!!!

If I remember right, a non-allergic cat is something natural with all breeds but it's just not very common so your chances of finding one aren't the best. This $6000 cats are specifically bred so they cost more but you may get lucky and just come across one of the cats.

One company is marketing a genetically altered cat to remove the gene that causes allergies in most people. That is probably the company you found in the Google search. The dander (saliva) is what causes most cat allergies, and this cat does not produce the proteins in the saliva that cause allergies. But the fine print indicates that there is still no guarantee you would not become allergic to even that cat.

If I recall from reading about the company, the cats are just like any other cat. Just that they do not express the protein in the saliva that causes most allergies. Most likely short haired cats, but that is a common type of cat anyway.

There are other cats that are marketed as supposedly being very low on the allergy scale. They are Siberian cats, which means a bit on the long haired side. Again, they only state they are less likely to cause an allergenic response. Other breeders of Siberian cats scoff at that notion.

From what you describe, I think you're talking about a Cornish/Devon Rex cats. (The "almost curly" hair description.) They have very fine, short, wavy hair and are often tolerable to people with cat allergies.

For true hypoallergenic cats, however, you will only find the genetically altered ones with 4-figure price tags!

Edit: Ah, Percy... beat me to it!

You're thinking of the Cornish Rex whose short, curly coat some claim is a bit more hypoallergenic than other cats. But that's not really true. People are allergic to dander - not fur - so having a shorter coat doesn't necessarily mean you'll be less allergic to the cat. And Cornish Rex's are quite pricey. Interestingly enough the cats that produce the most dander are black domestic shorthairs. Not sure why but ti's been determined they just do.

Have you tried allergy meds? I'm pretty allergic to cats but with Allegra D daily not only am I able to live in my home with four cats but I can also attend cat shows with 150+ cats and volunteer at a local cat shelter - and I'm totally sniffly and itchy-eye free!

edit: Alikonda - we tied. We both answered at exactly the same moment lol

There are all sorts of CLAIMS that are made about a cat like that, but the jury's still out on that one.
There are lots of cats that give less reactions to humans, and when you keep them clean, they shed very little if brushed daily.
I am allergic to dander, and have always had cats and dogs, and not had a single problem.

There arn't any cat's that will 100% not cause allergies, but these ones have a different kind of fur that does not shed as much and is more like hair than fur, so if you are not "highly" allergic, these breeds might be good for you.

Cornish Rex

Devon Rex

Siamese

It sounds like you are talking about a Cornish Rex. If you want a longer haired cat, Abyssinians produce very little dander (what causes allergies). They are kind of in the middle of hair length.

Yes there is. Scientists have came up with this special breed. They are very expensive and probably very hard to get. Hope this helps.

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If you are not referring to a certain type of bald cat and their look alike clans, chances are you are talking about the Siberians.

This might interest you but I do not how how true it is or if is just a far fetched theory.

What is it about Siberians that gives it a hypoallergenic tendency?

Theories abound; however, none of them have been substantiated within the medical or scientific communities. The most noted theory is that Siberians have No Fel d1 protein, therefore no allergic reaction, or another theory is there is a much a lower Fel d1 concentration than ordinary house cats. Another theory is that due to the tight, thick undercoat and oily top coat, the skin stays well hydrated, thereby reducing dander production and distribution. Either way, there are over 100 testimonials I myself have read, from various breeders all from people who are allergic to normal cats, who all own siberian cats, most own more than 1!

98% of the people who purchase our beautiful siberian kittens are allergic to all other cats. They are just amazed that they have no reaction to the siberian cats!

How is it that the Siberian is non-allergic cat ?
Scientists have named the protein in the feline saliva, FEL D-1. When the cat cleans itself, the protein then dries on the fur leaving dander. The dander particles are small and air filters cannot remove them from the air. One theory is the siberian has far less than normal, or none of this protein, therefore no dander. However if the allergic party suffers from the IgE late trigger' antibody reaction, their chances of compatibility of owning a Siberian are lowered.

To read more:-

http://www.siberian-cat-breeder.com/hypo...