Is there such a thing as a hypoallergenic cat breed? While it's true that some breeds, like the Sphynx and Siberian, may trigger pet allergies slightly less, no feline is truly suitable if you're allergic to cats.
Expert vet Dr MacMillan explains: "It’s a common misconception that cat allergies are triggered by cat hair – they’re actually triggered by an antigen called Fel d 1, which is a protein found in their saliva and the secretions on their skin. This means that cats who don’t shed much hair can still trigger allergy symptoms."
