Are there any vaccinations/shots to prevent cat allergies ?? ?
The main cat allergen is a protein molecule and its scientific name is Fel d1. This protein is found mainly in the cat’s dandruff and saliva. The protein is produced in both the salivary and hair root (sebaceous) glands. When cats lick themselves they deposit the allergen on their fur and skin. The allergy-causing proteins (allergens) then become airborne dust particles, and these then become inhaled into the nose or lungs inducing allergic symptoms. Cat allergen dust particles are particularly light, about one tenth of the weight of dust mite particles, and because of this they penetrate deep into the nose and lungs, and are readily carried great distances. IN comparison dog allergen particles are much heavier, and do not travel as widely. Individual cats may produce more or less of the allergen. There is unfortunately no type of cat that does not cause allergy. Male cats may cause more allergy than female cats, because they tend to secrete much more Fel d1. Paeople often assume that
