SIBERIAN INFORMATION | schatzicattery

ALLERGIES & SIBERIANS

Siberian cats are said to be hypoallergenic. Many people who experience allergy symptoms when exposed to cats, do not demonstrate these allergic reactions in the presence of Siberian cats. This can be attributed to lower Fel d1 protein levels in Siberian cats. Additional information regarding Fel d1 levels in Siberian cats can be found at KittenTesting.com and siberianresearch.com

The following chart is copyrighted, and listed courtesy of KittenTesting.com

If your reaction is:

You will need a kitten that is:

Hives, swelling, severe sneezing,

Breathing difficulties

Extremely Low (0.08 - 1.0 mcg)

Itchy skin, light sneezing, severe

runny nose, asthma

Very Low (1.0 - 1.75 mcg)

Runny nose, severe eye irritation, coughing

Low (1.75 - 2.5 mcg)

Mild eye irritation & stuffy nose

Medium Low (2.5 - 3.5 mcg)

Not recommended for home with allergies

Mild to Normal (3.5 - 16 mcg)

Siberian cats

are little treasures

(or not so little
as the case may be)

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