Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | unspayed | 5 months old
I have a cat. She sleeps with me and she loves cuddling. I have heard people saying one gets asthama from cats when you hold them close. Is there any chance of me having the disease?
1 Answer
Published on August 28th, 2017
Cats do not give you asthma/cause the disease but an individual person who is allergic to cats may have an asthma attack if they are around a cat. If you have any breathing issues I would recommend consulting your human physician.
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