How To Bathe A Cat

Do you often struggle to give your feline a bath? Cats hate water and the fact is most prominent, when you try to give it a bath. Most cats do not prefer to get near to the bathing area, leave alone the fact of being close to water. Cats do not require frequent bathing, as they keep themselves well-groomed. However, occasional baths once a month is necessary to maintain personal hygiene. Bathing the pet can be a tiresome task unless you follow the right method. To know more about how to bathe a cat, browse through the following lines.





How To Bathe A Cat


Materials Required

Towels

Cat Combs/brushes

Cat Shampoos

Cat Toys

Instructions



Before Bathing

Before starting the bathing process, make sure you trim all the nails of the cat. This would reduce the risk of scratching. Brush the cat thoroughly, especially if it is longhaired before giving bath to the cat.

It is imperative for you to dress properly for the occasion. It is advisable to wear a rubber wetsuit for your protection.

Another important consideration would be to position everything strategically in the shower, so that there is absolutely no scope for the cat to run away.

Once everything has been arranged, its time to get your pussy. Pick the cat up, nonchalantly, as if you were simply carrying it for a routine work. (Most cats hate water, so do not let your feline know what is in store)

Bathing

Once you are in the bathroom, speed is the quintessential. In one single liquid motion, shut the door of the bathroom, step into the shower, close the sliding doors, and drop the cat into the water.

Make sure you place a rubber mat in the tub.the water content in the tub depends on the size of the animal. However, the best bet would be to fill it up to 4-5 inches with warm water.

Firstly, dip a washcloth in warm water and wipe the area around your cat's eyes. Put a few drops of mineral oil into the cat's eyes, which will protect the eyes from soap.

Select a good-quality cat shampoo for your cat's bath. If you think your cat might have a few fleas, use flea shampoo. If your cat has long hair, you can buy cat shampoo with conditioner, which will help keep his hair from tangling.

Get a good grip of your pet, as most of the animals want to free themselves at the time of bath. To divert its attention from bathing, the best bet would be to talk to your pet or give it cat toys.

After you've washed your cat, blot his tail and legs with a paper towel, since these areas tend to absorb a lot of water. Then take your cat out of the sink and wrap it in a towel.