Supposedly there are cats that have been genetically engineered to be hypoallergenic. Where can I buy one?

Answers:
It's a scam.
It's never been proven (or disproved for that matter) by any reliable testing service. Results are inconclusive or untrustworthy.
If you suffer allergies and want a cat, get a long haired one. Contrary to popular belief, it's not hair that causes allergies. It's airborn skin cells (dander) and dried spit from when the cat cleans itself. Long hair keeps the skin cells from becoming airborn and affecting allergies.
Studies have proven that there is just as much dried cat spit in homes of allergy sufferers than there is in homes that do NOT own cats. Cat homes are lousy with allergens, so if you suffer, don't go there.
Borrow one from a friend, that way you can test your allergies before you commit to a homeless cat. Shelters offer free "return" policies so if it doesn't work out, you aren't stuck with the cat.

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Price is about 拢2000

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From Mr Spock, because I highly doubt there is a cat that is hypoallergenic to all who are allergic to cats. It is pure fantasy or people marketing to people's hopes. Another money maker!

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I've never heard of that, but there are hairless cats.

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Try this site pro-.http://www.allerca.com/ -con-http://www.allerpet.com/websites/inet2.h.

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egyptian hairless cats, search on the web, egyptian hairless cats.

or go to a cat breeding website.

they are nice personalities and hairless, so hence hypoallergenic

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http://www.allerca.com/html/pricingreser.

At this site

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sounds unlikely. The antigenic protein in cats that causes allergic symptoms, FelD1, is present in the saliva and skin flakes (dander) of the animal, NOT the hair or fur.

Last time I checked, even hairless cats have saliva and skin.

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there aren't any cats that have been genetically engineered to do anything other than be cats. most of us call this cloning. however, there are a few breeds of cats that are considered to be hypoallergenic, although, no animal is completely. one is a sphinx. they are hairless cats, and are often called a variety of names, like egyptian hairless. they aren't completely hairless, however. they do have a very slight fuzz on their skin, but they don't shed. the maintenance of one is also a lot different from other cats because of their lack of hair, they require weekly bathing. they also cannot be allowed outside ever, for they will sunburn, and must live in a warm climate. so if you live in say siberia, you could keep one, you would just have an outrageous heat bill. also, you could end up with a particularly oily one, who will leave the equivalent of sweat stains where it was sleeping.

there is also a cornish and a devon rex. they are considered to be somewhat hypoallergenic as well, for they don't shed either. however, they do have a very short, tight, and either wavy or curly coat, depending on the breed. they don't require quite as much maintenance as a sphinx, but either breed is a bit pricey to get a good pet quality one. usually around $800 or more. my suggestion for you is to go to the cfa (cat fancy association) website, and look for breeders, investigate the breeds, and talk to breeders. it will take a little time, but you will find a kitty. good luck to you!!

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I have heard the same thing about the hypoallergenic cats, from my vet! I also found it in the BBC news. Here is the link! http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/537590.
The article talks about the firm that sells them, and here is their website. http://www.allerca.com/html/pricingreser. Too bad the little kitties cost almost $4,000! These little guys are just as cute as any other cat with fur. They have been able to reduce the amount of a certain protein that causes the red itchy eyes, etc, so getting a hairless cat wouldn't even help your allergies. Hope this helped!