How To Bathe Your Cat

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Do you know that cats have special feelings about the water? Yep, I bet you've guessed - they HATE it. Everyone knows that cats hate getting wet. Cats generally keep themselves clean, and therefore should not be bathed any more often than is absolutely necessary. But they sometimes get especially dirty, or get fleas, or get into substances that are toxic or otherwise harmful. On such occasions, it is necessary to bathe your cat.

Before you start, you will need a cat shampoo, which can be found in any pet store, and two towels. You will also need the temperature in the room the cat will dry to be at least 17 degrees C. It is good to involve 2 people in the operation, but not necessary. This way of bathing your cat is less stressed for your cat, and the chance to get hurt is less.

So, here is how to keep your feline fresh and lovely as painlessly as possible:

- Wear appropriate clothing. Not only is it important to wash your cat but it is important to be safe from any possible scratches, major or minor. A long-sleeved shirt will be fine. A good idea is to wear clothes that aren't too new. Remember, there is high chance that your cat will scratch, no matter how good it is.

- Go to the bathroom with your cat, and close the door. It must not have a way to run.

- Hose your cat down with a hand held shower. The water must be warm, like then you take your bath. If your cat tries to run, hold it still, by putting your hand on its back. Do not hose its head directly! If you need to wash your cat's head, take a little water in your hand, and gently wet it.

- When your cat is all wet, proceed with shampooing. Make it all soapy. Be sure to not get shampoo in their eyes, nose, mouth, or ears.

Here are some more tips which you will find useful for bathing your cat. They are as follows:

- If your cat won't tolerate the shower spray, use a large measuring cup to pour the water over her in steps 7 and 11, taking care not to splash.

- If your cat is cool with it, you can use a hair dryer set on low to speed up the drying process. This is helpful with longhairs, but don't brush until completely dry.

About the Author:
Tristan Andrews is a freelance author who writes about cat information and cat breeds.



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