My bf's mom is allergic to cats, but I want one???

Question

is there a way to make it so she pretty much cant tell at all that we have one when she comes over???

Answer 1

I have the same problem. But I'm not going to not have cats just because someone outside my house is allllegric. So here is what you do.

Before she comes over, vaccum the house and the funiture. Air out the house, by opening the windows. And keep your cat in one room with the liter box and its food and water. In a room your mom-in law won't use, or walk into.

Also use fabrezze, or air freshener before she comes over also. If she comes over without telling you that's her fault.

Hope that helps.

Answer 2

It is possible to control the allergen produced by the cats, but it will be take some effort. You have to ask yourself if you are willing to invest the time and money. First, what makes her sick is that her immune system does not properly identify the protein Fel d1 that is found in the saliva and urine of cats. As the cat grooms or empties its bladder, this protein sticks to the skin and fur. It is then shed with the skin or fur or it can flake off on its own and stick to anything! The bad news is that it gets everywhere, the good news is that because it is a protein, it can be denatured, or rendered inactive and unable to make her sick. You denature proteins by heat, acid, or alkaline solutions. I am not suggesting that you heat the cat or dip it in acid. What I am letting you know is that there are products made specifically to denature this very protein. But, you would need to apply these products to the cat itself once a week and to all the fibers in the home at least once a month and ideally a few hours before she visits. Allerpet/C is made to go on the cat. I will give you a link to their website. The Alkaline Labs makes denaturing sprays and powders for cat allergen. I will give you a link to their site. Lastly, I will give you a link to a great site that takes you step by step on how to control the allergen level from cats. They even have some other products on that page too!
So it can be done, you just have to ask yourself if you are willing to invest the time and money. If not, then its not fair to the cat.

Answer 3

I had this exact same problem when I started adopting cats! (I have three). My boyfriend and I live together and his mom is allergic...first of all, if you and your boyfriend want a cat (and are willing to take on all the responsibilities of owning a pet...I only say this because it really uspets me when I see so many animals abandoned because their owners decided they were too much hassle) get one! You're the one who has to live in your house or apartment everyday and if you and your boyfriend aren't bothered by allergies than that's all that matters!

Second, when my boyfriend's parent's come over I open the windows throughout our apartment for awhile just to air it out. Also vacuum and DUST, this will get a majority of the cat hair out of the apartment. If your boyfriend's mom still seems to be irritated she should try taking a non-drowsy allergy drug that you can get over the counter at any drug store.

**HINT** You may want to invest in some type of air purifier, I know that they can be expensive but they are well worth the money and a good one can take up to 99% bacteria out of your air which makes it healthier for both you and your boyfriend and will help TONS when your boyfriends mom comes over! My air purifier runs 24 hrs a day I love the thing!

Good luck :]

Answer 4

It would be dishonest to try to fool the lady.

There IS a breed of cat that is supposed to be allergy free. They are VERY expensive but are great for allergic cat lovers if you can stand the sticker shock.
They run about $5,000.00.

Cat allergies can cause severe respiratory distress and even death if allergy is severe.

Do you really want to take a chance and get one anyway?

Sure hope not!

This was written by one who has cat dander allergy.
It is no fun!

Answer 5

Cat dander is among the smallest and most easily airborne allergens and hence one of the most pervasive allergens out there.

My husband is allergic to cats, but we just got two kittens. Although he suffered from allergic reactions at first, with the proper care to confine and control allergens, his symptoms cleared up within a week. There are ways to control allergens, including cat dander, in your living environment.

Here are some steps to follow to make every effort to keep your boyfriend's mother from an allergy attack when she visits:

Vacuum with a HEPA filter vacuum cleaner, which will trap pet dander.

Bathe the cat regularly in order to remove loose fur and dander; if bathing is too much of an ordeal, try using pet wipes, which accomplish the same thing.

Keep the cat confined to one area of the house if possible.

Use a pet sponge to gather cat hair from off of rugs, curtains, and upholstered furniture.

Wash cat bedding regularly in hot water.

Consider investing in an air purifier with a HEPA filter.

Check out www.achooallergy.com, especially their pet allergy section. They have a comprehensive offering of allergy relief products.

Answer 6

I suggest that you get an air filter so that the pet dander will be trapped in there. This should help when there is a person who is allergic to cats. The air filter will filter dust, dander, and debris. Hope that helps. Also have him get a nasal spray prescribe for nasonex and a non sedating antihistamine will do the job.

Answer 7

My mother-in-law is allergic to cats and my husband and I have 3. She knows that they are here and that my house is full of cat dander. She takes an allergy pill before she comes to our house. Get your cat, tell mom that you have one and suggest that she take an allergy pill prior to coming to your house. Its your house and she should not be dictating what you have or what you do in your own home.

Answer 8

I'm Allergic to Cats and we have one and I hardly feel stuff or any headaches at all I'd get a kitty any way.

Answer 9

if she's not really bad allergic a long haired cat would be the best choice. the shed less and have less dander

Answer 10

nope, cat dander gets in the air and floats around, she will know the minute she walks in when she starts sneezing and wheezing. Suggest if you get a cat, you warn her that you have. Then don't plan on her visiting much.