Top 5 HypoAllergenic Cats Breeds
- Cat Love
- Nov 3, 2017
- 4 min read
One of the biggest issues faced by cat lovers, is having allergies to cats. Being allergic to cats is actually a pretty common allergy, and for any cat lover who suffers from allergies it can be a pretty big deterrent for wanting to own a cat.
Another major problem is parents with children who have allergies. I strongly believe that owning a pet is great and almost essential to teach them many valuable skills. They learn love and responsibility, as well as respect and boundaries. These lessons are invaluable to their future. But if your child suffers from allergies, owning a cat may seem like only something to dream about, but with these hypoallergenic cats, it can be a reality again.
Remember Adopt Don't Shop. Always reach out to rescue shelters, whenever looking for your new family member
#1 Javanese Cat
They have an average lifespan of roughly 10-15 years.
Pro's
Known to be very patient, and great with children. Known to be a very affectionate beed.
They are very smart and playful and they easily adapt to new people, and pets in the home.
Con's
Potential Genetic Health Issues This doesn't mean that every cat of that breed will develop those diseases; it just means that they're at an increased risk.
Very Vocal, they have an opinion and you will hear it.
They do still shed, and if your going to share a home with a furry four legged friend you will have to be prepared for some shedding.
#2 Balinese
Life Expectancy 9-15 years
Pro's
Highly intelligent, agile and athletic, and loves to play. Likes to play fetch, is willing to walk on a leash, and learns tricks easily.
Balinese are extremely fond of their people. They like to be “helpful” and will follow you around and supervise your every move
The active and social Balinese is a perfect choice for families with children and cat-friendly dogs.
Con's
The same problems that may affect the Siamese can also affect the Balinese
Do not get a Balinese if living with a chatty busybody would drive you insane
He is frequently underfoot, so he might not be the best choice for people who are unsteady on their feet or use a walker or cane.
#3 Russian Blue
Life Expectancy 15-20 years
Pro's
Russians make great companions for their humans. They get along well with children, and are known to respond to human emotions in interesting ways, for example, patting their human’s face or clowning to change the mood.
The Russian Blue has no specific health problems and is genetically sound, probably because it is a naturally occurring breed rather than a crossbreed.
This breed is long-lived thanks to general good health and a lack of genetic problems. Some Russians have even lived to 25 years.
Cons
Russians do love food and will eat themselves into obesity and weight-related disease if allowed to. It’s especially important with this breed to serve precisely measured, portion-controlled, species-appropriate meals at the same time each day.
his breed is especially sensitive to change and greatly prefers things to be routine and predictable.
This breed is naturally shy and nervous around strangers and in unfamiliar settings.
#4 Bengal Cat
Life Expectancy 10-16 Years
Pro's
On the whole, the Bengal is a confident, talkative, friendly cat who is always alert. Nothing escapes his notice. He likes to play games, including fetch, and he’s a whiz at learning tricks
Fond of playing in water, the Bengal is not above jumping into the tub or strolling into the shower with you.
The active and social Bengal is a perfect choice for families with children and cat-friendly dogs. He will play fetch as well as any retriever, learns tricks easily and loves the attention he receives from children who treat him politely and with respect. He’s smart enough to get out of the way of toddlers but loves school-age children because they are a match for his energy level and curiosity. Nothing scares him, certainly not dogs, and he will happily make friends with them if they don’t give him any trouble.
Cons
Like many active cats, bengals have a high prey drive and should not be trusted with smaller prey animals such as: hamsters, smaller rabbits and guinea pigs. Aquarium and pond fish may be at risk from his clever paws
Bored bengal cats can also adopt some unconventional (and slightly destructive) habits, including: turning light switches on and off, fishing seals out of drains
#5 Siberian Cat
Life Expectancy 11-15 years
Pro's
He loves people and wants to be near them, so expect this affectionate cat to follow you around, including to the bathroom, and to “help” you with all of your reading, TV viewing, computer work and meal prep.
Activity and noise won’t bother him a bit. His calm nature gives him the potential to be a therapy cat. If nothing else, he will be happy to snuggle with you when you’re down with a cold or other illness. And although he loves attention, he’s not needy and will wait patiently until you have time to devote to him.
The Siberian has a bold temperament, and nothing much ruffles his composure. These characteristics make him an excellent choice for a family with kids. No nighttime monsters will get past the Siberian on guard at the foot of a child’s bed. He is happy to live with other cats and cat-friendly dogs, too, as long as they recognize that he’s in charge.
Con's
Siberians are generally healthy, but one problem that has been seen in the breed is hypertrophic cardiomyopathy. Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is a form of heart disease that causes the heart muscle to enlarge. It is found in pedigreed and non-pedigreed cats. Siberians are one of the breeds that may be affected by this disease.
Minimal cons with this breed.
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