What are the most common myths regarding cat allergies?
There Are Non-Allergenic Breeds
This is a false claim. Given that the allergic reaction is caused by cat dander, which is produced in the pet's skin-it means that all cat breeds are potential allergens to sensitive people.
Hairless Cats Don't Cause Allergies
People believing that a cat with no hair will not cause an allergic reaction are wrong. Hairless cats or cats with shorter hair produce the same amount of cat dander-which is the main cause of the allergies in humans.
Outdoor Cats Don't Cause Allergies
People falsely believe that a cat that lives outdoors won't cause allergies. The indoors cats cause allergies because they shed dander and hair in the household. People are sensitive to these allergens when indoors, while when in an open space, these residues are scattered and chances are that they don't disturb a person prone to allergies.