Cat Health & Safety

Though it may sound crazy, bathing a cat can be done! And sometimes it needs to be done — like if your cat ever gets any antifreeze (Tip #100) or lily pollen (Tip #97) on themselves, if they ever get “skunked,” if their grooming habits or abilities decline with age, or if you mistakenly put the wrong flea product on them (Tip #101). It’s best if you get your cat used to water and the process early on in life, but even older cats can learn to love the bath. (Pssst … Don’t fancy testing your luck with bathing your cat? Try a dry shampoo or washing wipes specifically made for pets instead. Or bring them to a groomer.)