We had a neighborhood cat who would show up at the back door meowing for treats and scritches. I am strongly allergic and would run inside after petting her to wash my hands thoroughly and take two Benadryl.
I would still break out in hives all over my arms every single time. But I couldn’t just not pet her! This meme is perfect.
Rest in peace, Bella. You were a very good kitty.
When the next neighborhood kitty comes by, keep the Benadryl by the door
That’s been me for long enough that I don’t react much anymore. Only took about 40 years of regular exposure. Worth it!
Yeah, I had cat’s growing up, and I just thought it was normal not to be able to breathe through your nose for long periods of time. By the time I moved out I wasn’t allergic anymore.
I beat my allergies into submission. No drugs. Only tolerance.
Do you eat a lot of honey, by chance?
Bullshit. I’m allergic to cats and it gives you a natural dislike for them. Also I’m convinced that cats are creatures from another dimension or planet, they’re toxic, demon creatures
I’m allergic and still like cats. I don’t have a cat for obvious reasons, but a natural dislike? Nah, that’s just projection.
I like the hairless ones. Still wouldn’t get one cause of the smell though. I’m a bird guy, they can be messy but never smell.
I’m allergic to dogs. I still love them, feel like dying afterwards but worth it!
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My mom was allergic to cats, but the she wanted one and had no reaction. She also had no aversion to them before.
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That’s exactly why our neighbor went to sphinx. It didn’t stop them from interacting other cats though.
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Endure, you can overcome it 💪 💪💪❤
Yep, this is my life.
Not every hero wears a cape:-D
Worth it.
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