Is the LaPerm Hypoallergenic?
No. No cat is completely hypoallergenic, not even the hairless Sphynx and Peterbalds or other Rex breeds. LaPerms have coats much like a poodle coat. The curls in the LaPerm coat tend to hold loose hair and dander in place and stop shedding which can help to keep allergens under control. There are many people who are allergic to cats who find that they are able to live with a LaPerm. Because there are different types of cat allergies, not every allergic person reacts in the same way. Some are allergic to dander, saliva or the hair itself. Your best bet before acquiring any cat would be to visit a breeder at a show and try holding one first.
