Nail and Coat Care for Cats

Nail and Coat Care for Cats

Keep sessions under a few minutes. Forcing a bath usually makes the next one worse.

Brushing

Short coats still shed. Long coats mat behind the ears and on the belly.

Nails

Scratchers reduce the need for trims. If you trim, take only the sharp tip.

Baths

Most indoor cats do not need routine bathing. Ask a veterinarian before bathing a sick cat.

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Brushes and related tools are in Grooming.

Warning

Open wounds, limping after a clip, or sudden bald patches are veterinary problems.

Sources

• AAFP feline handling and grooming comfort notes