4 Common Cat Grooming Mistakes

by Steffy Alen

Cat grooming mistakes and what to learn from.

When your cat isn’t taking a nap on your favorite coat, it’s grooming itself. They are extremely clean creatures. Their rough little tongues can only do so much, however.

Their fur still carries many diseases that can make them sick if you don’t bathe them on a normal basis. Yes, you need to face the wrath of tiny murder claws to put your cat in a sink full of water.

You also have to take the time to brush them, or their fur will get all matted. Not putting in enough effort is only one of many cat grooming mistakes new owners make.

Check out this guide to learn what you should and shouldn’t do to keep your furry friend’s coat shiny. 

Not Starting Them Early Enough 

If you can help it, start regular cat grooming while your pet is still young. If they can get used to the brush while they’re a kitten, they’ll be less likely to fear it when they grow up. 

If you’re the proud owner of an older cat, do what you can to make the experience good for them. If you don’t, petassure.com says that they may start displaying some of these aggressive behaviors. 

You’re Not Grooming Them Enough 

You can’t use cat grooming products on your feline friend once a week and call it that. Cat’s need a  good rubber grooming brush for their brushing at least a few times a week, depending on how long their fur is. 

By doing this, you’ll prevent their hair from matting up so badly that only a professional cat groomer can help them. It will also allow you to control the flea population in their fur. 

Not Making the Process Enjoyable for Them 

Believe it or not, cats actually enjoy regular grooming. It feels nice as long as you go out of your way to make the process enjoyable. Go with the flow of their fur while you’re brushing. 

If there is a spot where they really like to be brushed, give it a little extra attention. This will teach them that grooming tools are something to be loved, not feared. 

Cat Grooming Mistakes– Not Learning How to Bathe Cats 

Your cat might not enjoy baths, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t need them. Their tongue can only do so much for removing bacteria and debris. 

Bathing is the only thing that can control fleas and diseases such as ringworm. You can either bathe your cat yourself or take them to a groomer every once in a while for a good washing.  

Cat Grooming Mistakes Many New Owners Make 

Picking up a cat involves a certain level of responsibility. You need to feed it, make sure that it gets exercise, and yes, bathe it. While felines are pretty clean creatures, there are some places on their body that they can’t reach. 

It’s up to you to step in and give them a hand. Make sure that when you do, you avoid the cat grooming mistakes on this list. If you don’t, your efforts may be met with a tad bit of aggression. 

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