Having pet allergies does not mean you cannot have a cat or that you must get rid of the cat you have. This problem can be resolved by changing some factors of your environment.
Your pet allergies are triggered by allergens; these are things like pollen and Ragdoll dander that evoke an allergic reaction when you come in contact with them. If you have allergies chances are you are allergic to more than just one thing; dust, mold, pollen, and certain types of food may trigger similar reactions. The allergens from your cat arise from contact with dander, hair, and saliva.
Dander is a mixture of skin and saliva that your cat sheds. Dander is responsible for most allergies associated with pets. Cat dander gets trapped in carpet, furniture, and your draperies. Male cats typically produce more allergens than female cats.
Some cats shed fewer allergens than others. Having a long hair cat versus a short hair cat does not mean the cat will produce fewer allergens. Allergens can vary by breed or even by litter; there may be some breeds of cat that do not trigger your allergies. Your allergies compound each other. Since you are allergic to more than one thing, your total level of allergens is what leads to a reaction. You can be allergic to cats but show no symptoms if your allergen levels are below threshold. Allergic reactions are triggered when your total allergen levels rise above this threshold. Your goal to limit allergic reactions is to reduce your expose to other allergens than your Ragdoll cat in order to stay below your threshold.
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