Cat Allergies

…”up to 15% of the population is allergic to cats”

There is a solution. Felix Pets will use its technology to eliminate the cat allergen at its source. This will be a significant new alternative to the traditional treatment of cat allergies. Allergic people who have lived without a companion animal will now be able to enjoy the love and companionship of a pet without the cost, inconvenience, risk, and limited effectiveness of current treatments

To date, most treatments to cat sensitivity have centered on avoidance, immuno-therapy, and pharmaceuticals. These solutions are inconvenient, expensive, and largely ineffective.

The cat allergen, Fel d 1, is the major cat allergen responsible for cat allergies. It is a small, sticky protein secreted by the cat’s sebaceous glands. During ordinary activities, the protein is secreted by the cat and covers the cat’s skin and fur. From here, the allergen is rubbed off on furniture, carpeting, clothing, etc. Further, the allergen is so light that it easily becomes airborne and contaminates the entire indoor environment.

When people who are allergic to cats come in contact with Fel d 1 they develop a type 1 allergic hypersensitivity reaction which may include the rapid onset of sneezing, runny nose, itchy and swollen eyes, and difficulties breathing. Studies have shown that significant concentrations of cat allergen remain in a home years after a cat has left the house. Cat allergen has also been identified as one of the three major risk factors for developing childhood allergies, asthma, and other respiratory diseases.