When can cats take a bath?

Cats can usually take a bath from around 5 months old. The precondition is that the cat's three-in-one vaccine has been completed, the cat is not in the deworming period, and its physical condition is relatively healthy. If a cat is too young or the immune system is not fully developed before taking a bath, the cat's resistance is low, and it is prone to sickness. When giving a cat its first bath, be extra careful and cautious, pay attention to adjust the water temperature and water flow, and closely observe the cat's condition. After the bath, use a dryer or hairdryer to thoroughly dry the cat to prevent it from catching a cold. After this, bathing the cat 1-2 times a month is appropriate.

1. When can cats be bathed?

Cats can take a bath around 5 months old. Because cats usually get their first vaccine at 2 months old, then get the second vaccine after 28 days, and after the vaccine, the cat's age is almost 5 months. Another week later, cats can take a bath. Before that, cats have weaker bodies and are more susceptible to sickness, so it is not recommended to bathe them.

However, even when cats reach 5 months old, do not bathe them frequently. It is generally appropriate to bathe them 1-2 times a month. Because cats are already clean animals and do not go outside often, over-cleaning can wash off the oil on their bodies, causing the cat's skin and fur to lose protection and trigger skin inflammation.

1. How to bathe?

Since it's the first time taking a bath, trim the cat's nails before bathing and prepare some cat treats. If the cat behaves well and cooperates during the bath, you can feed it as a reward, which will give the cat a good impression of bathing.

Use a pet-specific shampoo when bathing cats. First, adjust the water temperature to about 37-40 degrees Celsius, which is similar to the cat's body temperature and can make the cat feel comfortable. It is generally recommended to wash the body first, then the limbs, and finally the head. Be gentle in your movements, gradually allowing the cat to adapt to the water flow. This will reduce the cat's resistance and minimize rebellion and stress during the bath.

After the bath, dry the cat quickly. If possible, use a thermostatic and fast dryer to dry the cat, which will minimize the cat's stress. If there is no dryer, you can use a hairdryer, but choose a moderate temperature setting to avoid burning the cat's skin.