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Very much so, my brother is. I'm not sure exactly what it is that causes it, but I do know that the hairs are very fine and get onto the face, which is where the problem starts.

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Yes, some fake fur has a chemical ppd in it the same as in hair dye, and a lot of people are allergic to the ppd

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yes because fur is not the same as hair

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Which cat releases no hair?

None, but a Rex is ideal for people who are allergic or can't clean up much.


What cat doesn't cause allergic reactions?

a hairless cat of a short hair


What is the best cat for you if you are allergic?

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What does it mean when you itch after a cat scratches you?

You could be allergic to its hair or it has fleas.


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Are people who are allergic to cats also allergic to fancy mice?

People who are allergic to cats aren't really allergic to their fur. Their allergic to the dandruff a cat produces as an adult. Since kittens don't have dandruff people aren't really allergic to them. So I doubt that people allergic to cat's are allergic to fancy mice but if they produce the same dandruff it could be.


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Why do some people hate cats?

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Is the Burmese cat a good pet for people allergic to cats?

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