In general, cats are very clean creatures. The only time you ought to need to give one a bath is if they have gotten very dirty. This is not an easy thing to do, so it is actually nice that you do not have to do it often. If you do need to bathe your cat, you will want to read the following tips - it should make it much easier for you and your cat!
The first thing you will need to do is decide whether you are going to bathe the cat in the bathtub or in the sink. A lot of people prefer the sink, as it is a comfortable height, and the cat fits in it well. However, there is something to be said about being able to enclose the cat in the bathroom. It is up to you which one you choose.
Before you begin bathing the kitty, you will want to gather your supplies. Once you have the cat in the water you do not want to have to run and go get something. You will need shampoo, cups, a sponge, and two towels. This is immensely easier if you can find someone willing to help you too.
Put a rubber mat on the bottom of your sink or tub, so that your cat does not slide all around. Fill the sink with a few inches of body temperature water. The water should not feel warm nor cold to the touch. Fill a cup with warm water and mix in shampoo.
Now, you should go find your cat. Take the cat and with a firm, but gentle grip, lower him into the water. Talk to him calmly and pet him while you do this to keep him calm. Allow him a few minutes to get used to the water. If you have a shower sprayer, you can use it now, if not, simply use one of the cups. Thoroughly wet the cat with the water. Once the cat is wet, gently massage the shampoo into his fur.
Rinse the shampoo out, either with the cup or shower sprayer. Massage her fur very gently and try to wring out the rest of the shampoo. There should be no more bubbles in her fur. If you leave any shampoo on her it may irritate her skin.
Once the cat is clean, lift her out of the tub or sink using a towel. Wipe her down gently with the towel. Let her go once she is not dripping wet.
