British veterinarian Amir Anvari shared her tips for caring in a popular video on Tiktok. He noted that bathing a home cat should not occur more often than 1-2 times a year. These tips are based on the fact that cats are very purelinks that care for their own wool, so excessive washing can even be harmful to them.
Amir Anvari explains that, unlike dogs, cats do not require regular baths. Bathing more than twice a year can wash natural fat cells from the animal's skin that help maintain the health of its skin and wool. The veterinarian emphasizes that instead of frequent bathing, regular combing of your pet's hair at different times of the year is more important. In addition, the veterinarian notes that cats have their own natural mechanisms for themselves. They regularly lick their wool, which allows you to remove dirt, debris and excess hair. It helps to keep the cat's hair clean and good. However, there are some exceptions. According to Sarah Elliott veterinarian, the cat should only be bathed when your vet specifically recommends your veterinarian. Sometimes, in particular for long -haired breeds, additional care, such as daily combing, may be required. For cats with short wool it will be enough to perform this procedure once a week. The CATS Protection also maintains the view that frequent cat bathing is not necessary. They indicate that regular washing can be harmful to animals, as it takes away natural fats from their wool that contribute to the preservation of skin health and waterproof properties of wool.
Another important reason to avoid frequent bathing cats is that for most animals it is a stressful process. Cats, as a rule, do not like water, and even contact with water can be uncomfortable for them. Also, many cats do not like when their wool faces other people's hands, which only increases stress from the procedure.
Thus, although cats need regular hair care, you do not need to bathe them too often. Only in some cases, on the recommendation of a veterinarian, can it be appropriate. In general, the main focus should be on combing and care for wool, which will promote the health and well -being of your pet.