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  1. The daughter of OP's boyfriend had a severe allergic reaction to a cat
  2. OP refused to give up her cat
  3. Explore alternative solutions, such as checking if it's the cat's products causing the reaction or considering a temporary relocation
  4. Keep over-the-counter allergy medicine handy for the visitor
  5. Use a specific cat food that reduces pet dander
  6. Investigate potential triggers
  7. Ask for proof of the daughter's allergy
  8. The boyfriend's suggestion to get rid of the cat is inappropriate
  9. Commenter recommends Purina Live Clear cat food
  10. Maybe the daughter had a reaction to one cat not to the OP's cat
  11. Get rid of the cat, a long-time family member, is unfair
  12. The commenter strongly opposes the idea of getting rid of cats for a relationship

Cat Owner Chooses To Keep Her Beloved Pet Despite Boyfriend's Daughter Facing Severe Cat Allergies

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.
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WellWellWha1e's storySource: WellWellWha1e

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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 Source: WellWellWha1e
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OP refused to give up her cat

OP refused to give up her cat Source: WellWellWha1e
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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 Source: MrsWeasley9
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Keep over-the-counter allergy medicine handy for the visitor

Keep over-the-counter allergy medicine handy for the visitor Source: WolfGoddess77
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Use a specific cat food that reduces pet dander

Use a specific cat food that reduces pet dander Source: hereparaleer
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Investigate potential triggers

Investigate potential triggers Source: Mommabroyles
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Ask for proof of the daughter's allergy

Ask for proof of the daughter's allergy Source: C_Majuscula
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The boyfriend's suggestion to get rid of the cat is inappropriate

The boyfriend's suggestion to get rid of the cat is inappropriate Source: Garamon7
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Commenter recommends Purina Live Clear cat food

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Maybe the daughter had a reaction to one cat not to the OP's cat

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Get rid of the cat, a long-time family member, is unfair

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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 Source: No_Tea_7825
Ever been in a spot where keeping your pet clashed with family matters? How do you handle pets in blended families? Share your thoughts and experiences – we're curious to know!
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