Cat Allergy Symptoms in Infants

Pet allergies are a relatively common condition and cat allergies occur about twice as frequently as dog allergies, according to the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Infants with a cat allergy will typically display symptoms when exposed to cat dander as well as urine and saliva, such as from being licked. A cat allergy and other allergies can be determined through both blood and skin allergy tests order by a doctor.

  1. Nasal Congestion

    • A runny, stuffy nose that seems to continue longer than the duration of a common cold is a sign of a cat allergy in babies.

    Cough

    • A baby with a chronic cough, wheezing or frequent sneezing may be allergic to cats.

    Hives

    • If a baby develops hives after coming into contact with a cat, he could be allergic to cats.

    Rash

    • If a baby develops a rash or redness where a cat has licked or rubbed up against a baby, an allergy could be the culprit.

    Watery Eyes

    • Watery eyes or chronic eye redness is a sign of a cat allergy.