This Redditor has been living with their boyfriend and a much-loved cat for two years. Things got tricky when the boyfriend's ex said their 11-year-old daughter had a bad allergic reaction to the cat during her rare visits.
Now, the boyfriend is thinking about saying goodbye to the cat to keep his daughter healthy. The OP is feeling torn about this because the daughter doesn't come over much, and there were never any problems before.
Is it right to say farewell to a beloved pet for someone who visits only sometimes? Scroll down to check out the story and the comments of Redditors.
![](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergica-14.webp)
Let's dig into the details:
Source: WellWellWha1e
The daughter of OP's boyfriend had a severe allergic reaction to a cat
![The daughter of OP's boyfriend had a severe allergic reaction to a cat](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-2.webp)
OP refused to give up her cat
![OP refused to give up her cat](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-3.webp)
Explore alternative solutions, such as checking if it's the cat's products causing the reaction or considering a temporary relocation
![Explore alternative solutions, such as checking if it's the cat's products causing the reaction or considering a temporary relocation](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-4.webp)
Keep over-the-counter allergy medicine handy for the visitor
![Keep over-the-counter allergy medicine handy for the visitor](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-5.webp)
Use a specific cat food that reduces pet dander
![Use a specific cat food that reduces pet dander](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-6.webp)
Investigate potential triggers
![Investigate potential triggers](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-7.webp)
Ask for proof of the daughter's allergy
![Ask for proof of the daughter's allergy](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-8.webp)
The boyfriend's suggestion to get rid of the cat is inappropriate
![The boyfriend's suggestion to get rid of the cat is inappropriate](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-9.webp)
Commenter recommends Purina Live Clear cat food
![Commenter recommends Purina Live Clear cat food](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-10.webp)
Maybe the daughter had a reaction to one cat not to the OP's cat
![Maybe the daughter had a reaction to one cat not to the OP's cat](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-11.webp)
Get rid of the cat, a long-time family member, is unfair
![Get rid of the cat, a long-time family member, is unfair](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-12.webp)
The commenter strongly opposes the idea of getting rid of cats for a relationship
![The commenter strongly opposes the idea of getting rid of cats for a relationship](https://aubtu.biz/medias/15/2023-12/0-0-cat-or-daughter-allergic-13.webp)
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