Top 10
So-called hypoallergenic cat breeds
No breed is completely allergen-free, but some shed less or produce fewer dander flakes. Consult an allergist, then compare these so-called hypoallergenic cat breeds.
- 1
Savannah
A large athletic, intelligent and affectionate cat with the look of a small cheetah.
Considered hypoallergenicLarge United States
- 2
Devon Rex
A curly-haired, mischievous cat that is extremely close to its family.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium United Kingdom
- 3
Balinese
An elegant, demonstrative cat that is very attached to its owner.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium United States
- 4
Mandarin
The Mandarin is an Oriental semi-longhaired cat, lively, talkative and very attached to its human.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium United States
- 5
Bengal
An athletic, very intelligent and affectionate cat with the look of a small wild feline.
Considered hypoallergenicLarge United States
- 6
Russian Blue
An elegant, calm and loyal cat, recognizable by its blue coat with silvery highlights.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium Russia
- 7
Cornish Rex
A curly-haired, athletic cat that is very close to its human.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium United Kingdom
- 8
Oriental Shorthair
An elegant cat, very talkative and intensely attached to its human.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium United Kingdom
- 9
LaPerm
A curly-haired, affectionate and independent cat, ideal for indoor living.
Considered hypoallergenicMedium United States
- 10
Siberian
A large Russian cat with a sumptuous coat, gentle, calm and remarkably robust.
Considered hypoallergenicLarge Russia
This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each cat breed in our listings. In a tie, breeds with more breeders in France rank higher.
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