The Santa Barbara Independent reports that the number 2 reason that cats are turned into shelters nationwide is  "allergies".  They cite the National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy as their source and say that the number reason is "too many", which sounds like a momma cat had kittens.  You can read the entire article here.

It's a shame.  Because allergies are cumulative, there are probably many other factors besides just the cat that caused the uncontrolled allergy.  The allergic person is probably allergic to dust mites, pollen, mold or other household allergens.  The Humane Society reports that almost 1/3 of Americans live with a cat to which they are allergic.

I believe it.  We help people every day live with pet allergy and their pets.  By simply keeping Miss Kitty out of the bedroom, you can greatly reduce your exposure to her allergens.  Weekly application of Allerpet/C is an easy way to reduce the allergens from the cat.  It is a great coat conditioner as well, so in addition to reducing allergens it makes the fur soft and shiny.  It is not a cat allergy shampoo or a cat allergy spray, it is a liquid that is easy to apply with minimal indignity suffered by the cat.

Also, by running a HEPA air cleaner, you can reduce the level of all household allergens.  Same for frequently vacuuming or cleaning floors and dusting the furniture with damp cloths..  All of these steps help reduce allergens in the house, whether from pets or dust mites.

I'll never forget when a friend asked me after a visit "Why does your house and air feel so clean?"  I just had to laugh and say "That's because it is".  I run multiple Austin Air HealthMates, a have no carpeting, and I don't have lots of overstuffed furniture.  I do have lots of surfaces that are easy to wipe down and I don't keep many dust catchers on the shelves.  It keeps down the allergens and housecleaning is pretty simple.  And face it, if something is easy, you are more likely to do it.  Right?

So, like Peace, just give kitty a chance.

Til Next Time!

Cheryl
The Allergy Store