What is Catigy?

Catigy (pronounced cat-uh-jee) is a 100% egg powder cat food additive that aims to reduce the allergens in your cats via influencing chicken antibodies. Is it unusual? Sure. But it is equally interesting and researched-backed. So we thought to ourselves, "What better way can we capture this concept in one word?" And in that moment, we turned to the fourth-wall and exclaimed in unison, "Catigy!"

Cat + IgY + Prodigy = Catigy

Catigy is a combination of Cat, IgY, and prodigy. Cat, being the- well, a cat; IgY, short for immunoglobulin Y, the antibody in chicken eggs responsible for reducing the allergen Fel d 1 in cats (See how it works!); and prodigy, which is defined as "an amazing or unusual thing, especially one out of the ordinary course of nature."

The Lore

Founded and operated by a young cat-parent couple, Catigy started as an idea sparked by, as all great inventions are nowadays, TikTok.

A veterinarian was debunking common myths about pets, and this particular video focused on the concept of chickens being raised in proximity with cats laying eggs that had special allergen-reducing properties. And thus, the research began; although, to begin, it was exclusively to find a product for ourselves to use as we're also allergic to our beloved kittens.

Over the years we have employed the use of multiple air purifiers, antihistamine cycling and religious hand washing to stave off the worst of the allergenic effects, and such a simple solution as egg powder seemed like the perfect answer to our prayers. However, when our searches came up fruitless with dead links and perpetually out-of-stock stores, we decided to take matters into our own hands and develop our recipe.

Now that our formula has been vetted by our own several lovely cats (one of whom is medically fragile-- more on that below), we want to share it with the world so others don't have to suffer the same way we did. By good fortune, we have the means at our home to produce our eggs in quantities large enough to share, but it is still currently a 2-person operation. So, if you'd like to support us, please consider leaving a review!

Ari Entrepreneur. Idea Generator. Social Media Star and Digital Artist. She found herself in central Florida after her contract with the US Navy ended. For many years she's climbed the corporate ladder and picked up countless business skills from the school of hard knocks. However, her true passion has always been art, and she's an accomplished character artist online.

Richard Influencer. Musician. Mathematician and Computer Scientist. Born and raised in Orlando, he's a UCF alumni with deep roots in central Florida. Systems Analyst by day, he enjoys relaxing at night by singing, writing, and producing original music. And, between those two things, he also loves cooking-- and he's extremely good at it despite having no formal culinary education.

Pixel Brat. Iconic. Firestarter and Trouble-Ender. She was born on the streets of Los Angeles, CA and discovered alone behind a dumpster as a kitten. Despite the many applications filed to adopt her, the cat formerly known as Luna came to live with Richard and Ari in Hollywood, where she immediately began training for commercials. Then came the pandemic, and she was thrust into life on the road in a 40ft RV as the family traveled together around the country.

Gizmo Baby. Sweet Summer Squash. Troublemaker. He was discovered as a kitten in the bushes behind a Jungle-themed putt putt in Orlando, inspiring the rescue to give him the name "Jungle Jim". He had incredible energy and a very optimistic outlook on life, until he developed FIP at 6 months old. With the odds stacked against him (FIP has a 95% mortality rate), his parents fought valiantly to save his life with the support of the FIP Warriors on Facebook. He has been in complete remission for many years, and now lives a very happy, comfortable, and hopefully long life.

Doppler Rescued Aristocat. Grudge-Holder. Equal Parts Menace and Love. Rescued as a foster kitten from a 10-bedroom mansion where he was reportedly fed buttered lobster tail and wagyu filet mignon daily, Doppler now lives a considerably more modest life. But, he has not forgotten the finer things he used to have. Out of what can only be described as spite, he bites, scratches, and takes genuine delight in inflicting pain on those around him. And yet, in those rare moments when he isn't actively trying to fillet you, he has just as much love and affection in his heart as he does malice. He contains multitudes.

Our Farm

Our backyard farm is the heart of everything we do. Every step of our process is carefully managed to ensure the highest quality and consistency. To maximize allergen exposure, we regularly add freshly-brushed cat hair to our roosting boxes and have our chickens share a water source with our cats giving them direct, frequent contact with Fel d 1. This deliberate monitored exposure is what organically makes our eggs uniquely effective at reducing cat allergens. From there, every egg is meticulously sanitized, pasteurized, and stored in a dedicated space to maintain the strictest standards and prevent any cross-contamination.

Our farm in North Carolina with almost an acre of plush grass for our chickens to roam! Although they typically choose to stay inside their climate controlled coop...

The Girls

Emma Relatable. Authentic. Down to Earth. With her relatable content, she rose to prominence by discussing daily life, fashion, and personal experiences. Her authenticity resonates with her audience, and she's become a prominent figure in the influencer sphere.

Addison Actress. Musician. Brand Ambassador. She gained fame on TikTok and has since branched out into acting, music, and brand partnerships. She's known for her lifestyle content and collaborations with various companies. Her favorite fruit is strawberries.

Billie Singer-Songwriter. Gen Z Icon. Trendsetter. A Grammy-winning singer-songwriter, her music resonates with Gen Z for its authentic representation of emotions and struggles faced by young people. Her unique style and candidness have made her an icon.

Charli TikTok Star. Gen Z Icon. Media Influencer. She quickly became one of TikTok's most followed creators, amassing millions of followers. Beyond TikTok, she has brand endorsements, a reality TV show, and her own product lines.

Ultra Mega Death Ray Chicken. Richard named this one.

That's our story! We truly hope you enjoy our product enough to leave a review so others may share in the allergen-reducing benefits of our Catigy formula!

Questions? Feel free to reach out.