One of the most common problems in living with cats is that they shed a lot of hair. It is one of the most frequent complaints of those people who do not like to have felines at home: they find it complicated or very annoying to clean furniture, floors and carpets from hair fallen by animals. In addition, dander and cat saliva cause allergic reactions in certain humans.

If you are a person who suffers from cat allergy or you do not like breeds that shed hair, that does not mean that you should rule out the adoption of a feline in your home. There are kittens that adapt to your requirements to be able to have one at home. To discover which are the breeds of cats that do not shed hair and do not give allergy, as well as the main characteristics of each of them, in we recommend that you continue reading this article.

Bengali

The Bengali has some peculiarities such as little hair loss and low production of the Fel D1 protein, present in the saliva of felines and causing allergic reactions in humans. It is a cat that boasts the attractiveness conferred by its mantle. In addition, it is very sociable and affectionate, so it is ideal to live with family. These cats do not tolerate loneliness well and always have the desire to play with people in their immediate environment.

Siberian

This cat has fairly long hair, but produces a very low Fel D1 protein load. Therefore, people allergic to felines and who have them welcomed in their homes agree that the allergy is controlled during coexistence with the Siberian. You should also keep in mind that the oiliness of your hair favors that you should change little. Even so, you cannot neglect brushing the pussycat’s coat at least three times a week.

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Devon rex

Due to the undulations of the mantle, the devon rex are one of the breeds with less shedding of hair. The production of Fel D1 is very low in this cat. It requires regular brushing and they need baths from time to time so that the oils that favor the softness of their hair are balanced. These cats are very affectionate, they get along perfectly with children and other pets, so it adapts very well to family life. However, they do not like visits from strangers very much.

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Russian Blue

It is a loyal and elegant feline that shares characteristics with Bengals, making it another highly recommended breed for allergy sufferers. It has a dense and dense silvery blue mantle attached to the body, with which it barely sheds hair. Find time each day to interact with your Russian blue cat, as it is a breed prone to separation anxiety.

LaPerm

This breed has a semi-long curly hair, two conditions that favor its scarce shedding of hair. It is necessary that you brush it every other day using a brush with flexible and long strings so as not to hurt it during the process. They are very flirtatious and affectionate felines that do not have a hard time thanking the care received. The LaPerm is not a suitable cat for people who are absent from home for many hours.

Balinese

The Balinese cat, also known as Siamese, is long-haired. It is one of the feline breeds that produces less protein Fel D1. Their hair tangles easily, so you should brush it at least three times a week. They are cats with a special attachment to the family. They enjoy interacting with humans and are quite sociable with other animals, even strangers.

Javanese

This breed lacks an inner woolly coat and is suitable for allergy sufferers. It has a very fine coat and loses it in smaller quantities. The limbs and neck of the Javanese are long and thin, which gives it an incomparable elegance. It is a very intelligent, communicative and active cat. It is ideal for people who live alone, but also fits perfectly in families with children and other animals. These kittens usually claim access to the outside because they enjoy contact with nature. They love trees and climbing.

Cornish rex

It is a breed related to the devon rex. It has a single layer of hair, a factor that minimizes molting and increases its softness. It is a cat that requires little maintenance in the coat, beyond weekly brushing and cleaning of the ears. These felines are very playful and vital, so they are not recommended in sedentary people. It is advisable to control the temperature of the home and not expose them to currents.

Sphynx or Sphinx

It is a very popular hairless feline breed. It has a compact and muscular body, covered with a very thin layer of hair, almost imperceptible to the eye, but not so much to the touch. It is important to ensure thermal comfort in the home so that you do not catch a cold. In addition, you should sanitize the skin of the sphinx daily so that the balance of its natural oils is not disturbed. It is an affectionate and dominant cat in equal parts.

In this article we teach you how to care for a sphinx cat.

Oriental Shorthair

The oriental shorthair resembles the Siamese both for its physique and its temperament. It has a short and fine hair, without inner woolly coat. It is a feline that demands a lot of attention, capable of forging a close bond with its favorite human. It is easy to train, but you can develop separation anxiety if you stay home alone for many hours. The maintenance of this cat is simple: it will be enough to sanitize its ears, eyes and teeth once a week. You should also brush them twice a week.

Now that you know the breeds of cats that do not shed hair and do not give allergy, you may also be interested in this article about Allergy to cats: causes, symptoms and treatment.

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