Waterless Shampoos Can Make Bathing Your Cat A Lot Easier — This Is When To Use Them
byMarshall Bright
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Giving a cat a bath is rarely how you (or your cat) would choose to spend your time. Regular brushing will typically help with problems like shedding and tangled coats better than a bath. However, in some instances, bathing is required. If your cat is too ill or otherwise unable to regularly groom itself, waterless shampoo is a good choice that’s effective and easy. The best waterless cat shampoos will help you keep your pet’s coat shiny and well-maintained even if he or she no longer can, without covering your kitchen or bathroom in splashes of water. However, if your cat has gotten a bad case of fleas or into a sticky or dirty mess, you will still want to break out the shampoo and water.
Because you are not using water, most waterless foams and sprays will need to be brushed through your cat’s coat to help detangle. This can be especially beneficial for long-haired cats who need extra help grooming fur. If you are planning to regularly bathe your cat or your cat has only recently had trouble grooming, it is also a good idea to talk to your vet about health changes in your cat in case they can be indicative of something more serious.
Whatever your reasons for giving your feline a bit more of a clean, these are the picks that can’t steer you wrong: