Hypoallergenic?

Many people are interested in sphynx cats because they're allergic to cats and they think the lack of hair will help. Unfortunately, it's not the hair that contains the allergens. Dried saliva and dead skin cells are the real culprits. If you have cat allergies, you should spend some time with a sphynx before you commit to adding 1 to your family. If you already have a sphynx but you're havi g some allergy symptoms, there are a few things you can do to help. Purina makes a cat food that will reduce allergens when fed to your cat. Other companies are also working on similar diets. These are not the same as hypoallergenic foods. Hypoallergenic foods are for cats that have allergies. Purina Live Clear is for cats who live with humans with allergies. You should also keep your cat out of your bedroom if you're allergic. If you have kids with allergies and need to keep the doors open, you can use screen doors to keep cats out. Frequent vacuuming and dusting can help, as can frequent use of moisturizing wipes. If you and your cat are comfortable with it, you can put a shirt on him or her and change it frequently. Make sure it's the cat and not the litter that's causing a problem. Some litters are dustier or more highly scented than others, and can be irritating to sensitive people. Switching litter could be a simple fix. Some people decide they want a sphynx despite allergies and despite still having symptoms after trying all the above tricks. If you're one of those people, talk to your doctor about daily antihistamines and nasal steroid sprays. Evil Genious Sphynx is here to help you and your cat spend a happy lifetime together. Don't hesitate to reach out.