How to wash a cat at home video

In spite of the fact that cats are considered to be the cleanest domestic animals, who independently clean themselves up several times a day, they still need to be washed. There are special ways, means and indications for what and how to wash the cat at home - video and text will help to quickly understand how to use them. In this article we will acquaint you with all the nuances and features of this procedure.

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What you need to know about cats?

First you need to know that the fur and skin of all cats is protected by the lubricant that their glands produce. This lubricant protects animals from parasites and other skin diseases. A healthy individual is often not needed to wash, since each time we wash off this protective cover. At every opportunity, she is able to put herself in order, with the help of her hard tongue.

If your cat often walks on the street, then, of course, without your help with washing pads she can not do. But still there are certain indications, under which it must be washed completely with special means.

To bathe a cat is necessary, when:

• the wool is very dirty and can not be handled on its own;
• it is overcome by parasites;
• he takes part in exhibitions, and the exhibition today or tomorrow.

Important! If you are the owner of a long-haired animal, prepare yourself for washing such a pet more often, since the long coat needs additional care.

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How to properly bathe a cat?

Before you proceed directly to the description of the process and to the recommendation of funds, you should familiarize yourself with the conditions that must be observed when swimming cats. Here are these conditions:

• if your pet is long-haired, you need to comb it thoroughly before washing;
• do not wash your pet more than once every three months;
• make sure that your cat does not wet your ears and do not immerse your head under water;
• do not wash the animal if it is sick;
• do not put it into the water after a meal - must pass 5 hours after the last meal.

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Than to wash a cat at home?

Categorically you can not wash the pet with detergents for people - you can damage its skin or coat, since we have an acid-base balance. It is better to bathe it with special shampoos.

There are three types of shampoo for cats:

• dry;
• liquid;
• shampoos with spray.

Important! Each has its own application features, which you will learn about in the next section.

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How to wash a cat at home?

Regardless of what kind of shampoo you decide to wash your pet, you need to organize this process so that it feels calm and safe. Further - act according to the described instruction and you do not have to then longly calm down your pet after stress.

Dry shampoos

This shampoo is just a find for the owners, whose cat panically is afraid of water. It is easy to handle and effectively cleans the animal's coat. It is applied as follows:

1. Apply a dry shampoo on the coat.
2. Leave it for 15 minutes. Combine the remedy with dirt.

Important! Distinctive features of this tool:

• with the help of such a shampoo, you can clean your pet even with a head, without fear of harming the ears;
• mixture is suitable for frequent use, since it does not harm the protective skin of the cat's skin;
• shampoo greatly facilitates combing, which allows it to be recommended for washing long-haired cats.

Shampoos with spray

Such a tool can not always be found in pet stores, but it is also very effective. Shampoo is used as well as dry, the difference is only in the way of applying the product to the hair - the shampoo is sprayed, and then it is also combed.

Important! Additional advantages of shampoo with spray:

• antistatic protection;
• has a pronounced perfume aroma, which is retained for a long time.

Liquid shampoos

The most common means for caring for the cleanliness of the cat's fur. Only among such shampoos can you find specialized remedies against ticks and bugs, as well as other problems with the hair and skin of the animal. The process of washing a cat using such a tool is the most time consuming, but the result is worth it: six becomes clean, silky and shiny.

Wash the cat with liquid shampoo, following this instruction:

1. Pets are sensitive to temperatures, so the air in the room where the animal is swimming, warm up to 22 degrees.
2. Put warm water in the bathroom( the water temperature should not be colder than the human body).
3. Cats are afraid of water noise, so dial it before you bring the animal into the room.
4. Place a litter on the bottom of the bath so that the paws of the pet do not slip.
5. Place the pet in the water. Do it smoothly, but confidently. Without sudden movements.
6. Make sure that the water can barely reach the abdomen of the cat.
7. This water will wet your pet.
8. Lather your product with damp wool. Do not put a lot of money, because it usually very well foams.
9. Pay special attention to the front paws, tail and chin. Wipe them thoroughly.
10. Flush the product with a shower hose. Water pressure is weak, and the temperature is the same as at the beginning of the procedure.
11. Wrap the animal in pre-cooked towels. A little dry and release - then it will put itself in order.

Important! A few additional tips for a comfortable washing of the cat with liquid shampoo:

• The drying process can be speeded up with a hair dryer, but this is only suitable if your pet is not afraid of it. As an option - before turning on the device to the animal used to noise, and then dry the hair.
• For a long-haired individual, more towels and a little more time for drying will be needed.
• Be prepared for the fact that when you pull the cat out of the water, it, having lost support, will start to break out and can scratch you. So prepare a large soft towel so that it calms down.
• Wipe in the direction of the wool, not against it.
• Use liquid shampoo no more than 4 times a year.

More clearly understand how to wash the cat at home will help video instruction, which you will find below on this page.

Now that you are familiar with the features of washing the cat at home, your cat will always be well-groomed, clean and mentally healthy.