How to bathe my cat at home

We all know that cats as well as being quite independent pets are very neat, their hair does not have a bad smell and they groom themselves. However, under certain conditions, it is recommended that you give them a bath to remove dirt, filthy remains and any other residue on their skin, and it is a good opportunity to make sure your cat is healthy and in good condition. This task can be done at home but you should take into account some recommendations so in .com we give you the keys so you know how to bathe your cat at home .

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If you have your cat since he was a child then veil accustomed to the water, which is not something strange for him, prepare a container and let him get closer, familiarize himself.

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There is a generalized idea that felines hate water, the reality is that this depends on there cats and cats that do not, the truth is that we as owners can only make the bath as comfortable and fast as possible to avoid excess of tensions.

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If you are going to bathe in a bathtub use a non - slip mat in this way the animal will not slip. If not then use a large plastic container that is spacious and allows you to perform this task.

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Before bathing he brushes his hair to remove knots and to give a warmth to the cat soothing him. It is very important that you are calm because if both are nervous an accident could happen.

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Keep everything you need handy, you should use special shampoo for cat (never use products for dogs or humans) and a sponge to rub it. Prepare the water at a warm temperature that is pleasing to the animal.

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Put cotton inside your ears in this way you will prevent the water from passing into your ears which could cause inflammation and subsequent complications.

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Never throw the cat in the tub or container, you must go little by little, take it by the nape of the neck with one hand and by your body with the other and introduce it slowly into the water. Let the animal get used to it and stay firm there is no need to get nervous.

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Wet the cat always starting with his body. The head will be the last thing you should moisten and wash. Apply the shampoo and rub gently, as if massaging but so that you also allow the dirt to come out of your hair.

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Let the shampoo act as long as it indicates on the bottle, always caressing your cat and making it feel safe. Take this moment to wet your head little by little, then remove the shampoo by pouring water from the spine back, make sure it is free of residues that could later cause allergies and discomfort.

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It's time to dry your hair, do it with a towel but do not rub it on the hair of the animal this sudden movement will alter it, rather press always gently, gently and gently to make your cat feel safe. Ready following these instructions you will get to bathe your cat in a simple way.

• Bathe a cat is much simpler than doing it with a dog because its size makes it faster and simpler, so keep calm
• If you have tried and the animal is very nervous or aggressive then it is best that you let this work be in the hands of the professionals