Are Devon Rex cats hypoallergenic?

Short answer: no cat is 100% hypoallergenic, and that includes the Devon Rex. However, many people who have had cat allergies in the past have few or no symptoms around a Devon Rex. Adopting a kitten lets you adapt gradually as its coat develops, and an at-home allergy test is the best way to check before you commit.

First of all, no breeder should claim that Devon Rex cats are entirely hypoallergenic. That said, many people who have previously experienced cat allergies may develop no or very few symptoms when exposed to Devon Rex cats. If this is your case, you should request a test that can be done at home.

The Devon Rex kitten's coat is fuzzy and will gradually change as he reaches adulthood. Allowing an allergic person to adapt to a kitten over the long term is easier than with other pets.

The kitten will develop his coat over time, and the owner will also establish a specific “habit.”

You may experience very mild reactions in the first few days, but the situation should gradually improve each week. We will not allow people with allergies to visit the cattery because it could shock their immune system, making it difficult to accurately assess the long-term potential for allergic reactions.

 It’s important to know that if a person has seasonal allergies, they might notice a slight increase in their reaction to the cat during that short period. This reaction usually stops at the same time as the seasonal allergies.