How to bathe a cat

1. Trim its claws

Cats’ claws are very sharp and can easily hurt people, let alone bathing them. Sometimes, it will take the initiative to use its claws. Therefore, in order to prevent being scratched by it during the bath, you can trim its claws before taking a bath. But if your cat also resists trimming its claws, it is best not to do it on the same day, so as not to affect its mood for bathing from the beginning. You can trim it a few days in advance.

2. Grooming

Grooming is something that cats like and enjoy, so before you prepare to bathe it, you can comb it first and let it relax. state. In addition, smoothing out its hair can also prevent the hair from getting tangled when it gets wet.

3. Prepare the necessary supplies

Be sure to prepare all the necessary tools and supplies before bathing the cat, instead of picking them up midway and causing unnecessary trouble for yourself. Things that need to be prepared include: bathtub, towel, pet shampoo, water container, comb (one with fine teeth and one with thin teeth), brush, absorbent cotton swab, cotton balls, Vaseline, eye ointment (as needed), small Tweezers (for removing cotton balls), hair dryer, etc.

4. Control the indoor temperature

Cats are animals that are more afraid of cold, so they must not feel cold when taking a bath. The indoor temperature is best controlled at around 28 degrees. Many pet stores will prepare some scented products to relax cats. If you have them at home, you can put them in the bathroom at this time.

5. Prepare hot water

The temperature of the hot water should be controlled at 40-50°C. It is best to avoid burning your hands. It is recommended to choose a bathtub. If it is flushed with a nozzle, it should be a relatively slow flow of water, and the impact should not be too high, so as not to increase the psychological burden on the cat.

6. Soothe the cat’s mood

After preparing the hot water, you can take the cat to the bathroom. When you get to the bathroom, remember to close the door. Before putting the cat into the water, the cat will definitely show panic. At this time, the owner must first slowly calm the cat's emotions and try to calm it down.

7. Gently put the cat into the water

Grasp the cat's neck with one hand and drag the hind limbs with one hand. (It is not suspended in the air to make it feel safe.) First, pat its back with some water to let it adapt to the water temperature. Then slowly put it into the bathtub, and then slowly pour water on its body, starting from the back. , abdomen, limbs, and tail are soaked in order.

8. Gentle massage

After the cat’s body is wet, you can squeeze an appropriate amount of shampoo on your hands, rub it into foam and then apply it all over the cat’s body, rubbing its nest, paws, belly, etc. Places that are difficult to clean. Movements must be gentle.

9. Dry the cat fully with a towel

The time for bathing the cat should not be too long, and it is best to end it within half an hour. After washing, take a dry towel and dry it thoroughly. actionAlso be gentle.

10. Use a hair dryer to dry further

After taking a bath, the cat’s hair must be completely dried inside and out, otherwise it is easy for bacteria to breed and cause skin diseases. . Therefore, it is important to dry it further using a hair dryer. However, hair dryers are also something cats are afraid of, mainly because of the noise they make. Therefore, before using the hair dryer, you can turn it on aside to let it get used to the sound.