Cross-post: Hypo-allergenic cats?

[ferky]

Sorry for the cross-post but I am looking for a quick answer before someone I know makes a big mistake. Of course when we talk about mistakes with pets, it's usually the animal that ends up suffering.

So. . . is anyone aware of any breeds of cats that are hypo-allergenic? I know that ragdolls supposedly don't shed much, but I also heard that they do nothing to help allergies. Are there any cats out there that are recommended for people with allergies?

[wolfsoul]

I've often read that there are breeds that will produce less dander and shed less, but can still give someone an allergic reaction.

Go here (http://www.allergybuyersclub.com/acr/acr_34.shtml#2) and scroll down a bit and it will say some stuff about allergies and cats. :)

[RedHedd]

There's the cornish rex cats with very short curly/wavy fur and the furless ones. MooShoo comes to mind ... haven't seen his pic posted in a while. Oh MooShoo? (calling) :)

[Uabassoon]

No cat is 100% allergenic but some are better for people with allergies than others. Devon and Cornish rex are supposed to be good for people with allergies as well as a Sphynx (hairless kitties). I've never heard anything about ragdolls being hypo-allergenic.

[moosmom]

Hellooooo???

Here's the Moo Dude!!!

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid93/pa7faef3f69dcd82c4f287d2ac353b182/fa45539d.jpg

http://www.imagestation.com/picture/sraid93/p8e693cd6b2eec590fb6b7bb0d1a01453/fa4553a1.jpg