Allergy free cats

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There are several people who love cats but are unable to keep them as pets as they are allergic to cats. Now a firm is planning introducing allergy free cats. Allerca is the firm that is planning to introduce the low-allergen cats. Several other firms are also getting ready with non-allergic cats.

It is popularly believed that cat dander or fur is responsible for the allergic condition. But latest researches have shown that Fel d 1 protein found in the saliva of cats and skin are responsible for the allergy. The cats pass it on to the fur while licking it. The new allergy free cats have different Fel d 1 protein level than the normal cats. This is achieved by modifying the particular DNA.

The allergy free cats are having a high price and to possess an allergy free cat one will have to spend a fortune. It is expected that the total cost, when the cat will reach your home, will be around $5000.