Today, I bought a kitten. I've wanted a cat for years and decided to finally buy one now that I have my own apartment. It turns out I'm allergic to cats. FML
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Today, to celebrate moving into a new apartment, my girlfriend decided she would get a kitten. She didn't know I'm allergic to cats. When I told her, she decided that she couldn't date someone who couldn't be around her cat; the one she doesn't have yet. FML
Today, after 25 years living with my dad, who is highly allergic to cats, I was finally able to adopt two kittens to live in my new place, just like I have always wanted. Guess who else is highly allergic to cats? Me, it seems. FML
Today, I learned I'm allergic to the 5-month-old kitten we got 3 days ago. It loves me, follows me everywhere and sleeps on my lap in the evenings. FML
Today, my boyfriend bought us three kittens. Today, I also discovered that I am allergic to cats. My boyfriend broke up with me because he wanted the cats more than me. FML
Today, my roommates adopted two kittens without consulting me. We're not allowed to have pets in our apartment and I'm severely allergic to cats. Oh well, it's not like I needed to be able to breathe this summer. FML
Today, after 3 years of studying to be a veterinarian, I found out I may not be able to continue. It's not because I'm failing my classes, but because my body has developed an allergy to cats. FML
Today, my mother refused to buy a cat because my sister is allergic to them. She bought a rabbit instead. I'm allergic to rabbits. FML
Today, I found out my cat is allergic to ME. No kidding. FML
Today, my wife got drunk and adopted a kitten. She thought I’d be mad because of the money. Nope, I’m pretty sure I’m mad because I have the most severe type of cat allergy that could kill me. I can’t go in the house now until everything is sterilised, so I’m back at my dad's house. FML
Today, like every other day for the past two weeks, the strange cat that has adopted me inexplicably made its way into my house and curled up next to my head while I slept. I'm horribly allergic. FML
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Lia_Mackenzie 4
Wouldn't you be aware of that allergy BEFORE you got the cat? You've never had allergy tests done, or gotten a stuffy nose when you were around your friends' cats? I suggest shots if you want to keep it. Either that, or zyrtec. Zyrtec (allergy medication) is WONDERFUL. I'm (supposedly) allergic, and I don't react to my cat at all.
Shock98 0
so get some allergy medicine.
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Raytestrak 3
You've always wanted a cat, but appearantly you don't know anyone with cats, otherwise you'd know you're allergic. Just shave the pussy.
sentient 10
YDI for being stupid enough to want a disgusting animal like a cat wandering around in your house.
hatcher 0
It's entirely possible that you're allergic to a specific breed or hair type. There are people who are severely allergic to cats who are totally fine around torties, which SHOULDN'T make any sense, since that's a color pattern and not a hair type or breed. These people are in the minority of those who are allergic, but it's a possibility. Find out whether you're allergic to the hair, the dander, or the saliva of the cat. Then determine whether your allergies can be controlled by medication or if they are too difficult for you to handle. If they are too difficult for you to manage, find a friend who will take care of the cat. Don't just drop her off at a shelter or the pet store.
zavanna 1
Ouch. Though, my sister is allergic to cats too. Yet she have had as many as 3 cats (when one died, she bought a new one, and when that one died, she bought another one). She have had a cat since she was 7... And now she's 29. So, with the right medication, I don't think it's impossible for you to have a cat. Btw, cats rock! :D
captainmaharet 1
Original poster. Next time ADOPT a cat. I had a coworker once who was allergic to cats, but she got one anyway and over time she got over the allergy.
Ystar_fml 0
im allergic to cats, but i have two, your body gets used to them :)
Ranoona 0
im not a big fan of cats, but if i were in your situation and instead of a cat it was a dog i would be pretty bummed out. FYL.
annamg 0
Are you severely allergic? If it's a mild/moderate allergy, it can be managed fairly easily. Keep the cat out of your bedroom, brush him, vaccuum often...
killinmesmalls 0
I have a cat and a small apartment I've been allergic to animals all my life. At first I would sneeze and tear up but now I'm used to it. Make sure you keep your apartment clean and vacuum regularly at Petsmart there is a spray called Dander-Off that you can spray on your furniture that helps.
xXxJazzaxXx 0
YDI FOR NOT OWNING A GODDAMN PUPPY/DOG! Man those things kick ass! Get one of those, if you're not allergic.