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Minimize Cat Allergies - Establish a cat-free zone in your house. Designate a seat for yourself that your cat is not allowed on. Keep it covered. Consider making one room of the house entirely cat-free so that you have a place to retire when allergy symptoms are at their worst. Do not allow your cat in your bedroom.
Remove carpeting and replace with hardwood flooring. If this is not possible, steam-clean the carpeting. Vacuum the carpet twice weekly using a vacuum equipped with a HEPA (high efficiency particulate air) filter. Use powders that are formulated to reduce allergens on the carpet. These are available at most pet stores.
Place HEPA air purifiers in each room of the house. Change the filters on the purifiers regularly, following the instructions included with the air purifiers.
Ask a family member or friend to do cat-related chores, such as vacuuming, cleaning the cat's litter box and grooming the cat.
Bathe your cat. Consult your veterinarian regarding shampoos and products you can use to reduce allergens. In between bathing, use pet wipes to remove dander from your cat. Brush your cat daily to remove loose fur, which harbors dander.
Sneezing, runny nose, watering eyes, skin rashes and hives---these are all symptoms of an allergy to cats. If the symptoms are moderate to mild, there are ways to minimize them. You don't have to get rid of your cat. By reducing the amount of cat dander you are exposed to on a daily basis, you can better manage your symptoms. Making changes in your home environment and in the way you interact with your cat is key.
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Minimize Cat Allergies
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