Friday, June 12, 2015
Cat Grooming – to Bathe or Not to Bathe
To bathe or not to bathe – that is the question especially
when it
Cats are usually immaculately clean animals that spend many of
their waking hours bathing and cleaning themselves. But believe it or not this
is not an innate behavior but rather a learning one. Kittens learn how to bathe and clean
themselves at an early age, usually at about 4 weeks old. The mama cat introduces her babies to the
art as soon as they are born. By licking
them clean she also stimulates
them to release urine and feces, rouses them to suckle,
Occasionally
though, your cat may find themselves in need of a bath, maybe they wandered
into something toxic or sticky and they are not able to clean their fur
effectively. This is when you’ll need
to step in, but tread with care. The ASPCA recommends that you clip your cats’ claws before attempting a
bath and Gear for Pets wholeheartedly agrees! Remove the cat collar, and thoroughly wet your
pet with lukewarm water. Taking care around the pet’s face, lather up
with a shampoo especially formulated for cats.
Rinse completely and dry your pet with a fluffy towel. Once the bathing ritual is
Bathing
your pet can help you screen your cat for any problems that may be developing
on the skin, plus it is a way to strengthen the bond between you and your pet.
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