Cats are well equipped to groom themselves, with their tongues, teeth, nails and paws all capable of excellent grooming and grooming. In fact, cats' tongues are specifically developed to brush their fur with its rough surface, which is great for removing dirt. However, even the most agile and flexible cat cannot always reach every part of the body adequately enough to remove all dirt particles.
Steps
Step 1. Have your cat calm down and relax by stroking him gently and bringing him a feeling of relaxation
Step 2. Gently divide the fur and check for wounds, bumps or parasites
Step 3. Check the paws and gently press the toes to see if there are any foreign objects stuck between the toes or in the fur
Step 4. Trim your nails too long using specific scissors
(Remember not to go near the pink part of the nail.)
Step 5. Gently brush the cat's fur against the hair, making sure you get to the bottom of the fur, close to the skin
Step 6. Pay particular attention to the hair on the hind legs, particularly in long-haired cats, as this is one of the areas where knots are most likely to form
Step 7. Check the inside of the cat's ears for any traces of earwax or parasites and clean them with a little moistened cotton if necessary
Step 8. Clean your eyes with moistened cotton if there are any signs of tearing
Advice
- The more often you groom your cat, the more confident you will become and the more your cat will accept the process.
- It is generally not necessary to bathe the cat. However, if the fur gets dirty with something that doesn't brush off, like oil or paint, then washing the cat's fur is the only solution. Remember that most cats don't like water, so bathing your cat can be quite a traumatic experience for both him and you. Try to keep the situation as relaxed as possible and always keep the water away from the cat's face. You should never immerse your cat in water: use containers to pour lukewarm water or a small jet of the shower over him. Use only cat specific shampoo, as it is important not to remove the natural oils from the cat's coat, which help keep it in top condition.
- Depending on your cat's tastes, a soft pillow or warm blanket will help him relax and make the whole experience much more enjoyable, particularly if the cat has a very tangled coat. Even if you bathe him, gently grabbing the cat by the scruff will make him relax, because that's what mother cat does with her kittens.
