Development of a Mouse Model for Chronic Cat Allergen-Induced Asthma

The presented mouse model for cat allergen-induced asthma exhibits hallmarks of chronic allergic asthma, like airway hyperresponsiveness, a mixed neutrophilic/eosinophilic infiltration in bronchoalveolar lavage, expression of IL-17a and signs of remodelling in lung tissue. The model will provide a relevant platform for the development of novel treatment strategies.