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Discover how, and how often, you should be bathing your cat using these helpful tips. Regular grooming is important for your pet and can impact their well-being.
Updated on June 19th, 2026
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Updated on June 19th, 2026
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Updated on June 19th, 2026
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Updated on June 19th, 2026
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Updated on April 9th, 2026
Likely that would be fine but make sure the wipes are pet safe. Lovebug likely grooms herself a lot so she is ingesting any chemicals the wipes may have on them. Please post again if you have any further questions!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hi, thanks for using PetCoach! Poor Pocky! I would be sure he doesn't have fleas or a skin infection. If he does treat the fleas as that will relieve the scratching. If the has red crusty bumps he may have an allergy to the food or environment or a skin infection. If that is the case it is best to see a vet. Otherwise I really like water-less shampoo to clean animals that can't be bathed. Have a good day!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
I suggest you use this medicated mousse made for seborrhea. You can use it as often as you want. The mousse is much easier than bathing. ( https://www.allivet.com/p-6678-douxo-seborrhea-mousse-for-dogs-and-cats-68-oz.aspx )
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Cats do not tend to like baths however there are always a small portion that don't mind. Some grooming salons specialize in cats as well as dogs but I tend to recommend to just use a waterless bath that you can purchase from a pet store. Since the cats hair is also long it is important to brush him on a regualr basis with a brush for cats to ensure he doesn't get matted
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This could be due to a focal infection though it is hard to know without an examination. You can try to use chlorhexidine containing pads (such as the Douxo chlorhexidine 3% PS pads) to clean the are twice daily for 7 days. You may find these online or at your local pet store. If there is no improvement or in the meantime this appears to be getting worse, have her evaluated by a veterinarian for further assessment and treatment. Good luck and have a good night!
Updated on September 24th, 2025