Originally Posted by
grammasharon
I have severe allergies to cats. So much so that even giving someone a hug after they have played with or have a cat in their home can cause a severe reaction. I totally understand your issue and my suggestion would be to only take quilts from those who do not own a pet. Those who have allergies understand the need to stay away from things that will cause a reaction.
We sometimes forget how severe allergies can be! My DH is severely allergic to cats. My brother is handicapped and has two cats. I visited him today, and as I left, one of the cats scooted out. I had to run after him, picked him up and brought him inside. Maybe 10-15 seconds of contact. Forgot about it until I got home and DH starts reacting. My wool jacket is in a plastic bag, waiting to go to the cleaners! When I visit I use a special plastic chair to sit on to avoid hair transfer.