How do I get my cat to not like me?

vaklor4

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I tried looking this up, but apparently I am the only person online with this issue. My dad recently got a cat, I actively said up and down every time he brought it up (and even when he didn't) that I didn't want a cat. I'm allergic to them, I didn't want another pet, and I knew what sort of trouble a kitten would be, and I didn't want to have to take care of it. Well, he got one behind my back, a hairless one. Turns out, i'm allergic to the dander not the hair, and thus far allergy medication and washing have only barely helped that issue.

On top of that, it goes out of it's way to follow me specifically everywhere, trying to eat my food, and trying to rub up on me, which as you could tell at this point causes me distress. I've tried to be mean to it, i've tried to ignore it, but nothing works. How do I get the cat to focus on my dad, and stay away from me? Keep in mind, there is no getting rid of it.
 

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Being mean to it is not sm option its cruel cats sense when humans dont like them but being mean is im no way the thing to do after all its not the cats fault ur allergic is it
 

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please don't abuse the cat, it's not his fault that you have allergies and that your dad got him behind your back. 

try going to the doctor for a shot for allergies. it should keep away all the nasty symptoms for a good while. it's supposed to treat allergies, lessen them over time as you continue the treatment. talk to you doctor about this option. it would be great to get rid of your allergies.
 

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My husband is allergic to cats and we have 2.  To help his allergies he takes an oral medication (zyrtec or claratin) daily and we do not allow our girls to sleep with us.  Regular vacuuming helps as well.  He washes his hands after touching the cats and tries not to put his head on things they've laid on (couch blankets).  My MIL used to keep throws over the family room couches and take them off when she and FIL went down there.  Their old cat only lived in the daylight basement so the rest of the house was cat free too.  I also vacuum our couches and things.  

Over time our girls bother DH less.  I've heard others say they have similar experiences with their cats; but if they go around someone else's cat they react.  I'm not sure how long we had our 2 before DH could say that about them.  

Hopefully some of that will help you get your allergies under control.  I know they can really make you miserable.


How old is the cat?  If it's young; it's especially likely to seek out people who will play wit h it. I suppose you could try toys like the later pointer or wand toys.  The cat will like you for it; but at least he/she won't be in your lap. 
 

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Maybe move out? sounds like your only option really,or just always stay in your room and not let the kitten in.
 

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I'd tell your dad that since he got a kitten against your wishes, he has to be fully responsible for its activity needs, meaning he has to play with him multiple times a day, and tire him out so he doesn't follow you around so much.

Ignoring cats often has the opposite effect of getting them fond of you, because you don't seem threatening. Don't be mean to the kitten, please, but if you want to discourage him from approaching you, maybe you can try threatening behaviours like staring him down, hissing, etc.

But keep in mind that the kitten NEEDS an outlet for affection, which would have to be your dad. If he's not prepared to give him the attention he's begging for, then that's pretty unfair on the kitten and if your dad's any kind of decent person he would seriously consider rehoming him.
 
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