Cats are pets that many people like now. Cats love to be clean and do not need to go out to play frequently, so it is a good choice for many young people. However, no matter what kind of pet they are, bathing is a headache for the owner. Some people...
Cats are pets that many people like now. Cats love to be clean and do not need to go out to play frequently, so it is a good choice for many young people. However, no matter what kind of pet they are, bathing is a headache for the owner. Some people may ask whether cats need to take a bath, of course they need to take a bath. So what should cats pay attention to when taking a bath? Do cats take a bath by themselves or send them to the pet shop? Let’s talk about it separately below.
Does cats need to take a bath?
Many people say that cats have the ability to clean themselves and do not need to take a bath. However, cats like to stay in many places, such as air conditioners, refrigerators, wardrobes, etc., which inevitably have some dust in these places. In addition, they also like to stay in shit basins, so the editor suggests that cats still need to take a bath regularly.
How often a cat takes a bath? It depends on the breed. If it is short-haired, you can take a bath every 2-6 months. If it is long-haired, it is recommended to take a bath every 1-3 months. The cat's skin will secrete an oil that protects the skin from bacteria. If it is too frequent, it will also destroy this layer of oil and easily lead to skin diseases.
Things to note when cats take a bath
1. The water temperature should not be too low or too high, so it is better not to be hot; keep warm indoors to prevent cats from catching a cold and causing a cold.
2. Rinse with spraying and slow running water when taking a bath.
3. The detergent used should not be too irritating to avoid irritating the skin.
4. For long-haired cats, the hair should be combed before taking a bath to remove the shed hair to prevent knots during washing, which will take more time to organize.
5. It is not advisable to take a bath when cats are in poor health. Kittens within 6 months are prone to cold. It is recommended not to take a bath. Cats over 6 months should not take too many baths.
6. After washing, quickly dry with a dry towel and then carefully combed the hair. If it is a long-haired cat, you can also use a hair dryer to dry and combed it, but pay attention to the temperature.
Wash yourself or send it to the pet store
If you have a complete set of equipment, experience and have enough time, you can wash it at home, but if you feel that you can't control your cat owner well, it is better to go to the pet store to wash it.
These are some suggestions for cat bathing. Interested friends can come and have a look. You are also welcome to share other tips about cat bathing.
