Persian cats are the favorites of many cat lovers, but caring for Persian cats is something you should pay attention to, especially bathing Persian cats, which is a very important point in the care process. Of course, pet owners don’t have to worry, Persian cats still prefer bathing.

1. Instructions for bathing cats

1. Wash once a month

In fact, you only need to bathe your cat once a month. If you bathe a cat too often, it will damage the cat's fur! Before the kitten takes its first bath in its life, do not let it have a negative impression of water and bathing, such as throwing water on it as a prank to make it feel scared. .

2. Take a bath early and get used to it

Don’t let kittens see a cat that hates bathing taking a bath. It’s such a tragic scene. Kittens exposed to water earlier will be less likely to reject bathing in the future. Therefore, bathing can be started when they are about two months old, or at least until one month old. Only then can it be washed.

In fact, you only need to bathe your cat once a month.

Please note that the room temperature is warm, put in shallow, warm and comfortable water, let the kitten soak its feet, and get used to it before starting. You should comfort and talk to the kitten at the same time. Regardless of scrubbing or flushing, the action should be gentle to avoid irritating the eyes and choking the nose.

4. Quick rules for bathing

Before bathing for the first time, it is best for the owner to deduce the program, using gentleness and speed as the criteria, so that the kitten can have a pleasant experience, and at least make it feel non-threatening.

5. Cut your nails before taking a shower

Trim the cat's nails first and then wash them. The owner can wear clean gloves to prevent scratches, close the bathroom door, and confine the cat to a bathtub, a large bucket, or a corner to avoid running around.

2. Recommended steps for kitten bathing

1. Prepare the bath basin

When you want to give a Persian cat a bath, it is recommended that you first prepare a basin with warm water of about 40 degrees in a baby bath basin. The temperature should not be too high or too low, and be careful not to burn the cat.

2. The hair under the neck is soaked

Soaking the coat below the neck. Hold the cat's neck gently with your left hand so that the cat will not jump out casually. (The strength of the left hand is neither loose nor tight. The head can still turn, but it will not escape from your hand.) Water with the right hand, or use a nozzle to soak the fur below the neck.

3. Bath liquid for cats

Pour an appropriate amount of cat bath solution on the cat's coat, and rub it into the fur with your hands to create foam. Carefully rub the hair on the paws, belly and tail. After sufficient foaming, rinse thoroughly with warm water until there is no foam. .

4. Wipe clean with towel

Take the Persian cat out and useGently and quickly remove some of the water from the Persian cat's body with your hands, then wipe it with a dry towel and try to dry it as much as possible.

5. Hair dryer to blow hair

Use the lowest heat setting of the hair dryer to blow the Persian cat's coat, and use one hand to continuously pull the area where the hair dryer blows (just like we blow hair). If the cat is more accustomed to the sound of the hair dryer, gradually increase the air volume of the hair dryer. , be careful not to let the hot air burn the cat.

6. Clean and brush the brush

When the cat's coat is 70 to 80% dry, you can brush it once with a brush. At this time, part of the fallen hair will be combed out (the cat will not lick it into the stomach to form hair balls that affect gastrointestinal function).

3. Precautions for bathing in Persia

1. Prevent colds and illnesses

It is best not to take a bath when a Persian cat is sick. If a Persian cat is unwell or has just returned from vaccination, it is absolutely not allowed to take a bath. Prevent colds, so when taking a bath with Persian cats, pay attention to keeping the room warm, especially in winter, to prevent kittens from catching colds.

2. Recommended number of baths

The frequency of control is usually 2-3 times per month. The oil on a kitten's skin has a certain protective effect on the skin and fur. If you bathe too often, a large amount of oil will be lost, which can easily make the kitten's fur brittle and reduce the elasticity of the skin, which may become a trigger for skin inflammation. .

3. Trim knots before bathing

Before taking a bath, let the Persian cat defecate and urinate first, and the Persian cat should also be allowed to do some slight activities. If your Persian cat has hair knots, you can use scissors to cut off the obvious parts with the help of someone. Don't rush for success. Do it slowly and safely when you have time.

4. Essentials for bathing

When bathing a cat, you should choose the time to bathe according to the situation. For example, if the pet owner is very skilled in bathing the cat, cooperates well with the cat, and the temperature is relatively suitable, you can choose to apply bath liquid twice and then rinse. On the contrary, it should be done once and as quickly as possible.