When the temperature is high in summer, many cat owners choose to shave their cats’ hair to cool them down. It feels good from a human perspective, but what does it feel like from a cat's perspective? Generally speaking, cats have three reactions after cutting their hair. Now, let’s follow the editor to take a look at the common reactions and countermeasures after shaving cats in summer.

Reaction 1: Angry. Some cats take good care of their hair. If you cut their hair, they will get angry at you and even attack people who want to plunder their fur.

Countermeasures: If this is the case and you really want to trim your cat’s hair, it is recommended to find someone who specializes in grooming pet cats. This way, the person will be experienced in handling pet cats’ irritable situations, and secondly, the little guy will not be angry. To you.

Reaction 2: Depressed. After some cats have their hair trimmed, especially if they are shaved very hard or even completely, they feel that their hair is very different from the original hair. They may not be able to accept it psychologically, and may become depressed, unhappy, and hide alone. It goes to the corner and doesn't come out no matter who calls it.

Countermeasures: If the owner does not know that his baby will have this reaction after being trimmed, and shaves it, then you have to wait for it to turn around on its own, and remember not to shave it again in the future. Got it!

Reaction three: Inferiority. Some cats feel that being shaved is like having a sterilization operation. The body has lost certain functions, so they have low self-esteem. They used to be very lively and become less lively. Even when they meet the same kind, they stay away. , go your own way.

Countermeasures: Don’t worry, owners should pet and comfort your cat more, and constantly praise its beauty in a gentle tone, and play with it more to make it happy. In fact, a cat's coat grows very quickly, and it will grow out in a few days. By then, the cat's mood will naturally improve.

1. Several situations when shaving is necessary:

Cats that have been confirmed to have skin diseases: The effect is better if the hair is shaved before treatment.

Cats with severe hair loss and frequent licking: Shaving their fur can reduce the number of hair balls.

Cats that are really afraid of heat: Cats that are particularly afraid of heat stick out their tongues like puppies all day long in the summer.

2. Several situations in which shaving is not suitable:

Cities in northern cities where the summer temperature is not high: Because shaving is a helpless act. If you don’t feel hot,Never shave your cat just for fun.

The home is not paved with floors or carpets, but with floor tiles or marble: If the cat is shaved under this condition, it is easy to catch a cold.

Cats with overly sensitive personalities and high self-esteem: Especially for male cats, hair is a symbol of maleness. Once shaved, it will hurt the cat’s self-esteem.

If there are more than two cats in the home, and they fight with each other:The fur is also a kind of protection for the cat’s skin. If the relationship between the cats in the home is not particularly harmonious and there are fights, try to avoid giving the cat Shave to avoid injury.

Cats have the habit of going out: Some domestic cats also have the habit of going out. If this is the case, it is not suitable to shave to avoid being injured outside.

When trimming their hair, most pet cats will not cooperate too much, because they will feel insecure when they see scissors and other things, and they will subconsciously choose to escape. At this time, the owner should distract their attention and put a Things like hairballs will distract their attention. Cut off the excess hair, and the cats will feel very cool and become more lively when playing with their owners. I hope that both the owners and the kittens will have a happy time. Peaceful summer.