Introduction
Siamese cats are a popular breed of cat due to their striking appearance and sociable nature. However, one potential issue with these cats is whether they can be hypoallergenic. Many people suffer from allergies when living with pets, so it’s important to know if this could be an issue with Siamese cats before getting one as a pet.
Are Siamese Cats Hypoallergenic?
The short answer is no; unfortunately, Siamese cats are not considered hypoallergenic. The cause of an allergic reaction in humans when living with pets is due to the dander that they produce, which consists of dead skin cells, fur and saliva. Unfortunately for allergy sufferers hoping for a Siamese cat companion, all breeds of cats will produce some level of dander regardless if they have thin or thick fur coats. This means that although some breeds may produce less than others (such as hairless sphinx cats), none are completely non-allergenic!
What Are Some Ways To Reduce Allergic Reactions When Living With A Siamese Cat?
Although it’s impossible to make a cat completely hypoallergenic, there are ways to reduce allergic reactions when living with them:
– Regularly groom your cat – this will help keep down levels of allergens such as saliva and dander by removing excess fur through brushing or bathing on a regular basis.
– Vacuum often – using the correct filters on your vacuum cleaner will help remove any allergens in the air from your house such as dust mites or pet dander. Make sure you do this at least once every week!
– Keep windows open & use air purifiers – bringing fresh air into your home helps dilute any allergens present and using HEPA air purifiers can also help trap airborne particles too small for human eyes see but still contribute towards allergies like hay fever symptoms!
– Wash bedding regularly – washing bedding weekly ensures that any lingering pet hair or dander is removed so you don’t experience allergies while sleeping at night time too!
