My pet loving friends, maybe you can give me some advice.

[ginnyinWI]

2. maybe try a liquid solution...

Pet stores have products that might help. The one I have here at home is called "Simple Solution" brand "Allergy Relief from Cats". You put it on a washcloth and wipe down your cat with it and it is supposed to keep the dander from getting all over everything. The back of the bottle says, "a special formulation of proteins and natural conditioners that help reduce the effects of cat dander." To me that means a solution that prevents it from going airborne.

It's probably because you are in a more confined space now. In the summer with windows open it isn't as much of a problem. I've heard of being allergic to some but not all cats, especially a new cat to your environment. My son-in-law is habituated to their own two cats, but then reacts to mine when he visits here.

So that might mean that eventually you will get habituated to the new kitty too. Just don't know how long it will take.

I remember something called "Allerpet" which you spray on carpets and furniture--same principle.