Cats are the most clean domesticated animals, but washing your pet periodically is necessary. It is not an easy task to wash a cat, and it's more difficult to wash a kitten, since it will be hard to scream and try to free it, but it will not be able to squeeze or tighten it.
How to wash a kitten: tips for the owner
It is very important to carefully prepare everything you need before bathing your pet. It is better to bring everything in the bathroom in advance and put it in a convenient position, then you will not constantly look for the right thing and thus lose control over the situation.
To bathe a kitten is better in pair. With one hand you will constantly hold the animal, so that only one hand will remain working. And when the kitten starts to be released, it can sometimes be held with only two hands.
Be sure to line the floor near the bath with old towels, if there is no rug. Almost certainly you sprinkle water on the floor. Slip on the wet floor and let the crumb out of your hands in this case is simple.
If the animal is very frightened (during bathing it happens very often), bites and scratches can not be avoided. It is better to wear durable gloves and clothes with long sleeves.
It is best to wash the kitten in a basin or a sink, since a large bath will seem to him huge and dangerous, this will even more frighten the animal. Never apply shampoo to eyes or muzzle to an animal. Try not to pour ears and eyes on the kitten. After bathing, wrap it with a large towel and thoroughly wipe the coat.
Shampoo for kittens
Never wash the animal with mild soap or with your hair shampoo. At first glance, the purchase of a special shampoo for cats may seem superfluous. In fact, shampoos for cats do not just wash away the dirt. Cats, like people, can react to an unsuitable shampoo with an allergy. For these purposes, manufacturers of feline cosmetics offer special soft means. In addition, shampoo for kittens has in its composition special anti-block additives. Special care products take care of the wool and prevent it from getting lost in lumps, which is very important for long-haired kittens.