Reduce Cat Dander---5 Steps That Will Help Minimize It

Cat dander is a potent allergen that can affect
those with allergies and asthma, and consistent
high levels of exposure can cause the onset of
respiratory problems that may not have otherwise
occurred.

Dander is dead flakes of skin that are
constantly being shed to make way for newer
healthier skin that is more able to protect from
disease and infection.

This shedding process will continue throughout
your pet's life and so learning to deal with it
effectively with allow you to live a healthier
lifestyle while being able to enjoy your cat
more.

The main source of irritation is a protein in
the dander called Fel d1 (Felis Domesticus 1).
It is also found in saliva and urine. Symptoms
from exposure include itchiness, watering eyes,
closed throat, congestion, and frequent
sneezing.

And while there is no way to eliminate it
completely as long as you have your pet, here
are 5 things you can do to keep it to a minimum.

Create A Cat-Free Zone---If you are just
adopting a kitten you can set the ground rules
from day one. Make the bedroom one of the places
where your pet is not allowed to go. Keep the
door closed so that the floors, bed, and chairs
are less likely to have hair and dander.

If you already have a pet that is use to
lounging in your bedroom, this may be a little
bit tougher to enforce. Close the door to your
room and thoroughly clean walls, carpets, and
linens.

Your kitty may express great displeasure at
being displaced. Scratching at the door and
meowing may continue for a while. But stay
strong. This one step could be the difference
between being able to manage your
allergies/asthma and enjoying your pet or having
to find another home for it.

Reduce Fabrics---Anything that is woven is a
haven for particulates. That includes the
cat-related ones like hair and dander, but also
other more normal particles such as dust, dust
mites, mold and mildew spores, and seasonal
pollen. All of these are well known allergens
that can wreak havoc with those who are
sensitive to them.

It would be nice to think that you could just
wave a wand and totally redo your interior. And
that's great if you can, but for many it will
take an awareness of what needs to go and
replacing things as the need occurs.

Replace draperies with blinds that can be wiped
clean; wood floors, linoleum, and tile trump
carpet because they can easily be damp mopped.
Area rugs that can be washed make them easy and
low cost to clean frequently.

Clean Your Home---Vacuuming frequently will help
remove particles that have fallen to the floor
that are likely to have dander attached to them.
A cleaner with a HEPA (high efficiency particle
arresting) filter will keep those particles from
being blown back into the air.

Don't forget to wipe down the legs of chairs and
tables that cats tend to like to rub against.
Wash their favorite toys, rugs, and bedding at
least once a week as well.

Bathe Your Cat---If this is done with a kitten
from the time you bring it home, it will get use
to the routine and it will make life easier for
both of you. Starting a new regimen like this
with an older cat is likely to be tougher.
Regardless of age, check with your veterinarian
first to determine the right frequency and the
best products to use.

Filter The Air---Using a cleaner with a variety
of particle filters including a HEPA will
continually minimize the amount of airborne
dander that is available to be inhaled.


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