Would you stop dating someone because you were allergic to their cat?

Question

Bluemax · Accepted Answer

Fortunately I am not allergic to any animal that I know of. Cats, dogs, mice, birds, rabbits, lizards, snakes, tarantulas, BRING 'EM ON! I love animals. by the way, all the animals I just mentioned have been guests or even permanent inhabitants of my classroom.

That being said, if I were very allergic to a cat, I don't think I could be with a woman who had something that made me suck. I would tell her I need to move on and that I hope she finds a good man who makes her and her cat happy.

OlderAndWiser · Accepted Answer

My girlfriend is allergic to cats and is now living with me and my two cats. I am in the process of tryng to find good homes for them but she is being tolerant in the meanwhile.

Cynicaldreamer · Accepted Answer

Seems like a stupid reason to stop dating someone you like, especially over an animal.
Nowadays there's medication, shots, and treatments to combat allergens. Meaning if I liked someone enough, I'd make it work.
Trust me, as an animal lover, I know most people will ALWAYS pick their pet over a human (and rightly so!) So you can forget about someone giving up their pet to make their partner happy- they'd sooner dump you first, lol

lilyanony1 · Accepted Answer

I really struggle with cats to begin with. Not entirely sure why that is but they just don't naturally warm to me.
So consequently I'd say that I personally wouldn't continue if it turned out that I also had an allergy. I'd see it as a poor situation to ask that someone give their pet up for me.

jennifer_bloom · Answer

I believe the original family members should have the most veto power so rather than asking a guy to sacrifice his cat, I would just date somebody else.

flameaqui · Answer

I think no because You are dating the Cat owner not the Cat itself 😅😊. I mean my point is if you will stay away from the cat or wear a mask to prevent from having an allergic reaction but if you love the Owner then dont stop dating him because He and his cat have no problem its just the furr of the cat was the only problem.

Rushabh52 · Answer

No!!
There are many other ways to avoid their cat as well as continue with relationship.

I dont think that "CAT PROBLEM", Is BIGGER than that PERSON with whom who are in relationship.

Both of you will find a way, Just COMMUNICATE your PROBLEM with your PARTNER.

horatiohornblower · Answer

Seems like a valid reason. The cat will live 15-20 years. A cat lover will also likely keep getting cats. For the rest of their life.

genericname85 · Answer

no. i have been allergic to cats all my life and i had cats all my life, cause i love cats.

allergies go away over a few weeks, maybe months of intense exposure (like living around them for example).

though the funny thing is that you're then only immune for the cats you're arround. not other cats xD

hahahmm · Answer

That'd be like a guy with a nut allergy going to a peanut festival. He's going to wake up with kitty sitting on his chest... or kiss a woman who kissed a cat. Either way I'm guessing he better have a lot of benadryl.

bulletbob555 · Answer

Kept telling after sleepovers at her place how congested because feathers in pillows. Basically was told I was bonkers. After we quit seeing each other her house had a fire she got foam pillows as replacement. Told me yeah you were right I'm not feeling as congested since changing pillows

Seinna · Answer

Depends... some allergies can be really difficult to live with and I definitely wouldn't want them to give up on their pets even if they were willing to. So depends on how bad the allergy and how much I like them :D

Anonymous · Answer

I had opposite issue, she was badly allergic to cats, dogs, the lot.
And I had dogs all my life.
Shame, I really liked her...

I would not expect anyone to put their health on the line for me ( all those pills make your body less responsive to all allergens and some of them are bad for your health.) and at that time I seen no way to live without a dog in the house and dog is for life not just for Christmas or until it is convenient to you.

ChiPaPa · Answer

I'm not allergic to cats, but, I'd rather them not have to choose between me and their cat. Therefore, I would.

purplepoppy · Answer

It's amazing how easy cats accidentally die.

Turntout4klout · Answer

I stopped dating somebody if they were allergic to shellfish

NathanDavis · Answer

I would find a way... because my girlfriends have been worth a lot more to me than some allergy but I've never had allergies so I am not sure how severe would that be

mia1999lomas · Answer

No, that would be absurd. If you love someone you will find ways around it. Cats spend most of their days, out of the home.

AviatorTom · Answer

No. If she really liked me and our relationship, and she knows that I'm allergic to her cat, she would find a new home for the cat.

LikeALog · Answer

Yes. Some allergy medicine make me drowsy, some don't work for me or only work for a while.

Smashingdoozy · Answer

No I already shove allergy pills down my throat daily

Jaximus-Lion · Answer

Nope! I would just take pills and clean more often.

Price511 · Answer

What? No. I love cats. I'll just take a daily allergy pill.

EmbraceThePain · Answer

No, I’d like to talk to her and perhaps figure something out.

DonkeyDan · Answer

No I love cats and do have a mild allergy to them but I'll put up with that.

crazy8000 · Answer

Absolutely. Allergy is allergy. people can die from it. Have allergy towards cigarette smoke and residue. not popular for female's that are attached and smokes.

FunkyMonkee · Answer

I'm allergic to cats, therefore, I'd never date them to begin with!

TheBMG · Answer

Not necessarily. Depends on if I could cover up the cat disappearing? Of course, if I couldn’t, we’d probably have to break up. 🤷🏻‍♂️

exitseven · Answer

Nope, if I was in it for the long run I would be confident that I would outlive the cat.

dreamstar72 · Answer

No BUT if it was my dog 🐶 then that would be war lol

Jaysolo66 · Answer

Not a deal breaker, but they have to be respectful of when the cat is too much and you need a break or have to go home...

clampfan101 · Answer

If I was allergic to cats I’m sure I’d still love them. If it was easy enough to love her cat from a safe distance, I’d find no reason to stop dating.

David_Bayer · Answer

I'm indeed allergic to cats but I still cuddle with my little baby girl everyday.

RebeccaBI2000 · Answer

I would leave it up to them. The cat is going to stay. They can take a pill

Shark_61695 · Answer

Yeah, I'd stop dating someone if they got a new baby pet at any point.

msc545 · Answer

No, but my cat Allister says he is allergic to certain women, and I should pay close attention to that as it will save me a lot of trouble.

IronsKev · Answer

Yes the cat is a important part of their life if they discarded it for me well that's cold

IveGotNoName · Answer

Ummmm nooooo? I am allergic to my boyfriend's cat

dustybiker · Answer

I wouldn’t separate them from a beloved pet.

dragoblack · Answer

No, i would take allergy meds and get cat shampoo & conditioner that helps.

notwoke · Answer

cats are a red flag. A woman with a cat will not be compatible with me

CuriousMufuxka · Answer

If I was allergic to a cat I would just stop living!

Ryfyle · Answer

Yeah, I have a cat and wouldn't want them to be miserable.

Synikal · Answer

No I'd let them know and see if there is a way to circumvent my allergies.

smiler27 · Answer

Would you end a relationship if there is no sex anymore

Open2It · Answer

I would stop dating her if she had a cat, regardless if I was allergic or not...

jimmy2 · Answer

Lol oh the cat well stay around till you get ok with it lol

Anonymous · Answer

Yes, but I try to weed out pet people early on as I am allergic to both cats and dogs.

EaterPeter · Answer

Yupp it's time to choose for you and for them.

jailbreak · Answer

Nah just come over to my place lol

DaveJord · Answer

Yes, or stop going to her place

Mamaganja · Answer

No. There’s ways to prevent the allergic reaction.

TheSpaceGnome · Answer

I'm not allergic to cats.

bubblesonu · Answer

No. I wouldn’t.

TexasRed95 · Answer

Potentially. My cat allergies are extremely bad.

Wiredone · Answer

No I wouldn't. There's allergy medicine for that

Shy_Steve · Answer

Definitely, because I hate Cats.

Guardian45 · Answer

Umm. No, I don't think so.

Dinosaursandanime65 · Answer

It would be the other way around

legalboxers · Answer

Im a cat guy...

AnthonyJ01 · Answer

My pets are family and come first.

bsann2015 · Answer

Hell no

TrueConfection · Answer

Yes.

Anonymous · Answer

I don’t have cat allergies

Would you stop dating someone because you were allergic to their cat?

Most Helpful Opinions

What Girls & Guys Said

Would you stop dating someone because you were allergic to their cat?

Most Helpful Opinions

What Girls & Guys Said

We're glad to see you liked this post.