Fluffballs, walking clouds, a cute mop with legs: Ragdolls have many names to describe their fluffy majesty.
Sadly, as much as we wish it were true, Ragdolls are not on the list of cats that are hypoallergenic.
So when it comes to our adorable stars of the show, Raggies, they can mainly cause allergies from their saliva, which unfortunately contains the Fel D1 protein.
Just like humans, ragdolls, and other cats, can develop allergies of their own. There are a few common categories of allergies in cats, like food, seasonal changes, fleas and ticks, and their environment.
If you have quite a negative effect coming from your kitty’s fur, regular brushing can help to reduce it. Because of their shedding, fine hairs, as well as clumps of hair, can be left all over the house, on every surface, or even float in the air.
While this may not be an option for everyone, if you can change some furniture in your house it can also help with allergies. Specifically, any fabrics (like couches, curtains, rugs) are allergen magnets.
Cleaning your home is, of course, a top priority to minimize any potential allergens lurking about. Vacuuming your floors and rugs is a great place to start, as hair and dander can collect in these places.
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