How to Bathe A Cat Safely

Instructions on how to bathe your cat without getting scratched or bitten.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• water
• shampoo
• 2 tubs
• bandage tape
• paper plate
• towels

1. If your cat has claws, wrap their paws with the bandage tape. If they might bite you, cut a hole in the center of the plate and slip over the cats head to the neck area so they can't turn around and bite you.

2. Fill both tubs with warm water. Gently lift the cat into the tub and with your hand or a cup pour the water over the cats body, not the head and face area. Those you need to clean with a washcloth. Pour the shampoo on your cat and wash well by massaging the cats body. When clean, scoop as much of the soap off the cat as possible.

3. Place cat into tub of clean fresh water and remove the remaining soap. Be sure not to get into ears or eyes. Lift from but and place in a towel to dry.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not run water into the tubs with your cat present.
• Do not use medicated shampoo.

[movielover]

on 8/25/2009 Nice article!! If only my cat liked water...hehe :)

[everydaymom]

on 8/25/2009 Cingroomer is a professional. Her pet advise is the best! She'll be an expert around her soon, I'm sure.

[YuliyaDaniels]

on 8/25/2009 the plate idea is cute! just be careful, not to harm the kitty! thanks for the article!