Hypoallergenic cats and cats: breeds, features of choice and content

For people who are allergic to animals, the dream of having a cat remains a pipe dream. Many do not know that there are hypoallergenic breeds of these wonderful animals. This article will help you get acquainted with such cats, find out their features and content rules.

Allergy to animal hair is a problem that is relevant for 1.5% of the world's inhabitants. However, many of them have mewing pets at home. These are representatives of hypoallergenic cat breeds.

The peculiarity of such animals is that their body produces much less protein antigen Fel D1, which is a strong allergen. This compound is found in the urine and saliva of any cat, so absolutely no allergenic cats exist.

If the amount of antigen in the animal is reduced, even a fluffy cat is safe for allergy sufferers and asthmatics. Wool only contributes to the spread of protein, as clean cats carefully lick themselves. And along with the hair, the allergen is carried around the house, but with a hypoallergenic cat you will not feel it.

It is believed that light-colored animals do not cause allergies. This is a controversial issue, so pay close attention to the color of the animal is not worth it.

When choosing a cat, be sure to consider the following.

• It is better for asthmatics to have a cat than a cat: there is much more dangerous antigen in the saliva of cats. If you choose a boy, the animal should not walk past the tray and mark in the house. Strictly monitor this or castrate the cat.
• Hairless cats are less allergenic, but require special care and comfortable conditions.
• Do not choose an animal with a thick and dense undercoat to reduce the spread of allergen in the house.
• When choosing a cat for children, pay attention to breeds that are not prone to aggression. The animal should be condescending to the pranks of the child. It should not be scratched or bitten by children.
• An allergic reaction in contact with an animal manifests itself after 20-30 minutes, and sometimes after a few days. To understand if a cat can live with you, you need to spend time with it. For this reason, it is better to choose a pet from the breeders who will allow you to come to the house and get to know the cat closer.
• Do not get a cat on the market. If you have to part with a new friend, it's not a fact that you can return it to the seller, but you can always agree with the breeder.

• The body of kittens synthesizes much less antigen. When the cat grows, its number will increase. To be sure of the animal, it is better to take grown pets or an adult cat. With a good attitude, she will quickly get used to you.
• No matter how much you like a cat, if you feel uncomfortable - do not get an animal. It is dangerous to your health.

The real Russian beauty is the owner of chic fur, the only one of the long-haired cats that people with allergies can afford.

Animals are strong and muscular, quite large. The weight of the Siberian can reach 12 kg. They are great hunters, fun gamers. They are not afraid of dogs, strangers and loud sounds, very obedient and flexible.

Siberians have excellent health, they do not have hereditary diseases. Picky in food, unpretentious in care. Love affection, but never imposed on the owners.

The color of animals is the most diverse:

• blue;
• tortoiseshell;
• tricolor;
• silver;
• white;
• a special color point is the Neva masquerade cat.

These wonderful elegant beauties with cornflower eyes, reminiscent of Siamese cats in color. Graceful miniature animal on long graceful paws with its movements is similar to the famous dancers from the island of Bali. Hence the name of the breed.

The coat of cats is soft to the touch, without undercoat, lengthens from head to tail. The Balinese coat does not require special care. All that is needed to care for her is maintaining hygiene of the ears, the eye and regular combing.

Common color:

• blue point;
• force point;
• chocolate point;
• frost point.

Their character is very flexible and sociable. Animals are talkative and affectionate, adore the owner and are ready not to part with him even for a minute. Aggression is alien to them, therefore they are ideal pets for young children.

These short-haired cuties will easily win the heart of anyone. An elongated slender body on elegant rounded legs, a charming face with large ears and expressive green eyes do not leave cat lovers indifferent.

The shiny silky coat of the animal fits snugly to the body. The undercoat of the cat is missing, so you need to protect the pet from drafts.

Variations in the color of the breed, there are more than 300.

The most famous:

• blue;
• the black;
• white;
• faun;
• cinnamon;
• Havana;
• red;
• lilac.

Care for the orientals is simple: traditional daily procedures with eyes and ears, combing the hair with a rubber glove and regular nail clipping.

Oriental cats are hyperactive and constantly meowing. They need freedom of movement and maximum attention. They are sociable, funny, but touchy.

This breed is similar in appearance to the oriental one, it differs only in point color.The animals are lean and fit, with elastic muscles, elegant body lines and long legs. The size of cats is average, the maximum weight is up to 5 kg.

Javanese wool does not need special care: they have no undercoat; the pile is silky and soft. Bathing an animal, brushing your teeth, washing your eyes and ears is necessary if necessary. Cats are prone to hereditary diseases, but with good care live up to 15 years.

Color:

• ginger;
• cream;
• faun;
• Link Poin;
• party color;
• smoky and silver point on a white background.

The nature of cats is sociable, they get along well with other animals and children. Javanese temperament, so take care of wallpaper, flowers and curtains, have a supply of toys for the cat.

Animals have high intelligence, can walk on a leash and can be trained. Being everywhere and everywhere with the owner is their main task. Cats don’t want to be alone.

According to the owners, this is not a cat, but just a darling. Both character and appearance satisfy all the requirements. Funny faces with lop-eared ears and huge round eyes - why not a portrait of aliens! A muscular head rises on a graceful neck. The body is elastic, with a developed chest and high aristocratic paws. Coloring by world standards, a cat can have any.

Animal hair is short and wavy, practically does not fall out, does not cling to clothes and furniture, but quickly gets dirty. Frequent water treatments are a pleasure for these cats.

Feed astrakhan pets should be in moderation, they do not feel full. Premium feeds are great for them.

No less loved by the breeders is the Englishman Cornish Rex with a short curly coat. These pets are adored for their good nature and grace. Cats have no trace of English stiffness. The body of the aristocrat is muscular, with an arcuate curved back, high slender legs.

There are various colors. A white cat with a pink nose and pads looks especially cute. Adorable white curlers make it look like a charming lamb.

Pets are welcome children, strangers, other animals. Smart, inventive in games, dog-like devoted to man. Do not bite, do not hurt and do not get angry. If possible, they are happy to spend time with the owner, perched on the neck in the form of a collar or clinging to his chest instead of a luxurious boa.

Caring for Cornish is not very troublesome. They bathe their pets 1-2 times a month, regularly brush their eyes, ears and teeth, comb them. Cats of this breed rarely suffer from serious diseases, they have no genetic diseases. Favorite pet can live more than 15 years.

The leaders on the list of hypoallergenic cats are sphinxes. These are animals with a minimal amount of hair or its complete absence, which is encouraging for people suffering from a painful reaction not only to feline protein, but also to animal hair.

There are several breeds of this type of cat.

Don Sphinx. This cat appeared not so long ago, but has already managed to win numerous fans. In addition, the “Don Cossack” managed to become the “parent” of another, even younger breed - the St. Petersburg sphinx.

At the Don Sphinx, they diverge in a beautiful fan from the muzzle under the eyes, gather in a neat accordion on the forehead.

The ears of the animal are large, rounded. Eyes are slightly half-closed, almond-shaped, come in any color. The body of the animal is strong, medium in size, harmoniously folded. Corrugated skin on shoulders, legs and stomach.

Canadian sphinxes are found in 4 types:

• bare or "rubber" completely bald;
• velours - there is a gentle fluff on the body;
• flock - animals with a nap resembling the fabric of the same name;
• brush - cats in places with thin and stiff wavy hair.

Any color of animals can be found, there are no restrictions on the breed standard here.

The cat needs attention. Wipe her skin with napkins, if she perspires, bathe often, otherwise the sweat of the animal will stain your clothes and furniture. This is a common feature of all sphinxes.

Cats are sick with dermatitis, eczema, prone to fungal diseases and conjunctivitis due to the absence of cilia on the eyelids.

Animals are cold or can be sunburned, so they need clothing. Pet outfits are expensive, so if you know how to sew or knit, your cat will be grateful to you for a costume suit.

Cats of this breed are very affectionate. With their love, they are ready to give the whole world. They love to sit on their knees and in their arms, even with completely strangers. Make friends with children and other animals. Very curious, everywhere they climb and stick their nose.

The Petersburg Sphinx, or “bald Peter”, was born in a city on the Neva. This is a rare and elegant breed. Miniature female cats in adulthood weigh about 3.5 kg, and cats gain a maximum of 5 kg. Among the diseases of peterbolds there are genetic diseases. Cats live for about 15 years.

The body of the Peterbald is taut and slender, like that of the Don Sphinx, in numerous folds and assemblies. The skin is hot and supple, pleasant to the touch.

The nature of the animals is flexible, they are playful and affectionate, absolutely not vindictive. To bring an animal out of itself, you need to make a titanic effort. Cats are very clean. The appetite, according to the owners, is excellent, they are unpretentious in food.

Pet care needs daily and thorough care. St. Petersburg sphinx also sweats, secreting a brown liquid, similar to wax. Cats are regularly wiped with wet wipes and bathed every day, be sure to wash their eyes. Providing a cat with a suitable wardrobe is also necessary.

The skin of representatives of the breed is different:

• bald- animals completely without hair;
• velours - wool is present in infancy, and with adulthood it remains only in certain places;
• brush - the animal is born with hair, and growing up, parted with it;
• brush point - The cat's body is covered with a thin fur plush.

Popular color:

• tortoiseshell;

• blue;

• white.

The palm among all hypoallergenic breeds of cats belongs to the Canadian Sphinx. They do not fade and synthesize the least amount of protein. Communicating with him, antiallergenic drugs definitely do not have to drink.

These are graceful cats, whose body does not have sharp angles, it is created from smooth lines. Long, ductile and streamlined - so you can characterize them.

The head of the animal is medium-sized, triangular in shape with large ears and almond-shaped eyes. The difference between Canadians and other bald sphinxes is very long legs with “monkey” fingers, large claws and a record number of folds on the skin. They should be present on the legs, back, shoulders, neck and head of the cat.

Popular colors:

• ginger;
• grey;
• the black;
• white;
• chocolate;
• lilac;
• faun;
• tortoiseshell;
• cinnamon.

Owners of Canadian sphinxes admire their pets. According to them, they are smart, kind, cheerful and sociable. These are unsurpassed gamers, singers and talkers. And their desire to fondle simply transcends all boundaries of decency and becomes intrusive.

Animals are ready for hours not to get off their hands, whether you are a family member or a guest. There is no sweeter pleasure for them when they scratch their ears. However, animals are devoted specifically to their family and owners.

Cats are mobile, rush with toys around the house, climb on top of cabinets and racks. Pride will not allow them to grab food from the table, but turning your things into toys is easy. Animals do not have the habit of spoiling things, but they can damage them with their claws, so trimming them is a necessary ritual. Do not forget to clean and wash the ears and eyes of the pet.

As a Don and St. Petersburg brother, the Canadian can often be bathed, washing off the dark sweat from the body of the animal, otherwise it will dry out and turn into a hard-to-wash “tan”. You can bathe cats with any baby shampoo. Always keep wet wipes nearby to clean your pet.

The appetite of cats is good, they are omnivorous, but chew food poorly. If you intend to cook for the cat yourself, grind the food so that the cat can eat it easily. It is better to feed Canadians with lean meat, although they can sweep everything: cheese, chocolate and any dessert. Among them there are gourmets who eat sauerkraut, fresh cucumbers and melons.

Canadians are prone to obesity and various dermatitis, diseases of the oral cavity. You need to be careful about their health and regularly drive to the veterinarian.

Proper maintenance of hypoallergenic pets is a guarantee that you will live a long and happy life together. If all the rules for caring for a cat are followed, the animal will be healthy, and your loved ones will not suffer from painful symptoms of allergies.

In order to maintain the well-being of an allergy sufferer near a cat, it is necessary to maintain a reduced amount of an allergen released:

• Be sure to bathe the cat, as recommended for its breed;
• rinse the animal after washing with cool water, but very carefully so that the cat does not get sick;
• wash pet toys daily;
• litter on a sleeping place of an animal needs to be vacuumed daily;
• the cover on the cat lounger should be removable and easy to wash;
• clean up the cat's dining room;
• wash the dishes of the animal after each meal;
• clean the tray in time and keep it always clean.

A few tips will help you comply with the rules of the animal.

• To avoid problems, take the time to properly raise a kitten. Immediately teach your cat not to jump onto the dining table, not to climb into grocery bags, not to sleep on your pillow.

• Accustomizing an animal to swimming is your holy duty. Even if this procedure is unpleasant for the pupil, and burdensome for you, you need to wash the cat regularly.

• Connect your relatives who are not allergic to help, get special shampoos that reduce protein secretion. For hairless cats, use wet wipes with a similar effect.

• Comb the animal more often, and immediately remove the cat’s hair. Get special combs for your pet, get him personal bath towels.

• All bath accessories carefully wash and store separately from your belongings.

• The cat’s litter box should be of high quality, quickly absorbing. He should not cling to the body of the animal and spread throughout the house.

• Do not buy stuffed animals for cats. They absorb the saliva of the animal, and with it the allergen, when the cat bites them or carries them in the mouth. Toys should be washed well and dry quickly.

• Do not forget to regularly take the pet for a routine examination to the doctor, get vaccinated on time.

• If the cat is sick, you can’t hesitate to visit the doctor. Not only the animal’s life, but also yours will be in danger: a sick cat produces much more allergenic antigen than usual.

• Keep your home clean and tidy. Wet daily, especially where your pet spends more time.

• Follow the rules of personal hygiene. Be sure to wash your hands after contact with the animal. Do not bring them to your face, do not rub your eyes, do not scratch your nose if you just stroked a cat.

Treat your cat with attention and love.

On the video you can see an overview of the breeds of hypoallergenic cats.