Does living with your feline friend make you break out in a rash, sneeze, or struggle to peer through watery eyes? Many cat owners suffer through allergies to their pet, but allergic responses to cat hair and dander can be managed. Try the following tips that our team has put together to be more comfortable around your favorite feline! 

 

#1: Switch your cat’s diet

While your cat’s food may feed their inner predator, switching their diet can reduce your allergic response to your four-legged friend. Talk to our team to see if changing your cat’s diet is the right choice to help!

 

#2: Minimize dander and cat hair in your home

Allergens from cat hair and dander can trigger severe allergic responses, but reducing the culprit can clear up your allergy signs. Dusting and vacuuming frequently, keeping your cat off furniture and your bed, and washing your hands after petting your cat can help minimize allergic reactions. Ventilation and filtered air can also go a long way toward reducing allergies—place a free-standing HEPA air filter unit in the room your cat most frequents to filter out allergens.

 

#3: Bathe your cat regularly with waterless shampoo

Most cats don’t appreciate running water and baths, but waterless shampoo can replace routine baths. Work a foaming feline shampoo into your cat’s coat, and then brush the shampoo out—no water required. Regular “bathing” with waterless shampoo can reduce the allergens in your cat’s hair and dander.

 

Is your furry friend wreaking havoc on your sinuses? Please contact us if you have any other questions about ways we can help!