Offered: Kittens

Oh Skully that's unlucky - hope your boy feels better quickly and you find a new home for the kitty, he sounds adorable...

Thx Horatio.

I've just got back from the GP. He's advising a cautious approach, having a trial where the cat goes for a week or two, then returns, to be sure he's causing the problem.

But we're convinced of the connexion. He was sneezing the very moment we met the cat, and I've been in denial about it. We don't want him around after a night like last night. Basically this has precipitated asthma in my lad. And we don't wnat to get more attached to him than we are.

See. We're adamant.

I've been wanting a cat since Cassius died when our kid was 6 months old. I'm really pissed off.

Thanks Tiswas. I'll look into that.

Check out the Siberian Cats - allergy friendly - http://www.siberian-cat-breeder.com/siberian_cats_news.html

They're missing a gene that causes the allergic reaction to their saliva (it's that rather than the fur that usually causes a reaction).

Hope you can find a home for the wee chap. x

I'm practically weeping posting those pics. I already love him and it's only been a week. He's so damn sweet.

...allergic reaction to their saliva (it's that rather than the fur that usually causes a reaction).

Yeah, I'd heard this. My boy's reaction is much worse when the cat's been grooming himself.

Try some grooming wipes - they might help in the interim (I've no idea, but it seems a bit logical?).

It's called dander. I'm sure I've heard of people dealing with the dander before. I'll google.

Bathe your cat with cat shampoo at least once a week. If you are very allergic, then hire a groomer to do it. The groomer should wash the cat’s face and ears also. Remind the groomer to wash away the sink or surface on which the cat was washed and wipe it dry.

If you cannot bathe the cat regularly, use hypoallergenic wipes to reduce the allergen found on dander. Also, you can try using a vacuum hose on the fur to remove the loose dander; however, keep in mind that some cats do not like this.

While taking out the cat litter, cover your hands with gloves and your face with a towel. You can also use dust-free litter to reduce the spread of dander.

Vacuum the house completely. Even small openings, crevice, walls, upholstery, curtains, and lamp shades should be vacuumed. You can even consider removing carpets wherever possible. Try using a room or air purifier.

Finally, shut the bedroom and keep it off-limits for the cat.

shrug

Fuck that. It's not worth it. I want the cat gone.

I would say that I would take her, but I don't think Alley would stand for it...

It does seem like a lot, and it doesn't sound like it's any sort of silver bullet.

But thanks Mark.

@Tiswas
Hah

@Nhatt
Hey! Nice Alley pic.

Come to Avebury?!

I would love to.
I'm at work. I don't even know when it is, but I know that I'm at work.
I'm always at work.

Have a look at the Siberian cats (linky above) - they don't have the allergen, and look absolutely awesome!

I would love to.
I'm at work. I don't even know when it is, but I know that I'm at work.
I'm always at work.

Then devolop an allergy!

L&W
They're ace. They're a $1000.

hmmm, yes, there is that.

btw Nhatt, it's on the night of 20 - 21st June, the solstice.

bump
anybody want a beuatiful kitteh?

I really hope someone can look after him, he is sooo cute! If i didn't live in an appartment I'd adopt him in an instant! Stupid 4th floor flat.. I need a garden so I can get a kitty! Good luck with the search Skully and I hope your son is ok after his ordeal.