How to Wash A Cat
Most cat owners will agree that washing a cat can be an interesting experience, but it does not have to be an awful one for you or the cat. First, decide where to bath the cat. A room with a door that can be closed is the best in case they get away from you. Second, gather all of your supplies and have them close by the tub or sink area you will be bathing in. Your supplies should include pet shampoo and conditioner, a sponge or soft washcloth, two or three big, fluffy towels, a pitcher or sprayer attachment for rinsing.
Begin by wetting your cat’s coat down significantly, add shampoo to your hands and massage it into the coat. Do not wash your cat’s face just the body. Rinse well and more than once till the water runs clear. Do not leave any shampoo residue as that can irritate your cat’s skin. Apply the conditioner in the same manner again remembering to rinse well.
When you are finished, use the washcloth or sponge with just water to wash your cat’s face. Pay special attention to around the cat’s eyes. Rinse the cloth or sponge frequently throughout.
After the cat is completely rinsed off from head to tail, place them in the first towel to absorb the water. Use the remaining towels to continue to dry them off. The result – one clean cat!
Don’t constantly run the water while giving your cat a bath, the sound and vibrations on the tub or sink will make them nervous and more likely to fight you.
If you have someone that can help you, have them put the towels in the dryer for 5-10 minutes right before you need them. Test the temperature on your own arms before using them on the cat so you don’t burn them. But the cat will love the warmth from the towels and be more relaxed.
Always talk quietly and gently to your cat during a bath. If you’re yelling at them or harsh with them they will equate bath time with being in trouble and your job will be that much harder.
Put down a non-skid mat or fold a towel in the bottom of the tub. The slippery feeling of the porcelain will leave them nervous and skittish.
You can use a hair dryer to dry your cat, but set it on the lowest setting and keep it moving so you don’t burn them. It is helpful to keep your hand in the dryer air as well so you can judge the heat reaching your cat.
You might consider long sleeves it your cat is not declawed. The less skin the cat’s claws can connect with the better. It’s also a good idea to trim their nails before you start. The less ammunition they have the better for you.
Try to wash your cat on a hot day, 70’s and above. If it is cold outside and you absolutely have to give them a bath try to keep them inside for at least 12 hours. This will give them time to regulate their body temperature again.
Try to keep the water out of your cat’s ears. Don’t pour water over their heads and don’t soap up too close to their ears. Use just a wet cloth and gently clean around the ear.
Don’t forget the kitty treats and lots of praise after the bath!
hey friends ….
Its a good idea to bring some toys with her while bath time….
i did it and it was good. i had no pro washing kitty ….
and remember to dry her right after you give her the bath ….
dont forget to give her whatever she likes as a prize ….
I asked my vet about this and they said that you don’t need to give a cat a bath like you do a dog! So A+!
Just fill up the BATHTUB, with shower doors,with warm water, have someone available to keep those doors closed and get ready. Make sure that someone has a big towel and have the Suave shampoo ready, and a big plastic glass!
Grab the terrorized kitty (because he knows what’s comin’) by his paws, two in each hand, climb in the bathtub, and have that someone close the doors. Try to keep the kitty in the middle of the tub. Wash all of the areas with a LITTLE of the shampoo except his head. Rinse. Gently wash his head with your hand or washcloth and then hand him off to that someone with the towel. Recover by taking a cool shower! Your cat will resist much more than a quick toweling and will be upset for only a few minutes. Or, perhaps we have a wonderfully mellow cat!
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