How often do you bathe your family pet?
Posted 6:19pm Thu May 29th, 2008 by Amani
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I was wondering how often people give their pet dogs or cats baths? Our vet told us that cats should not be washed often because they clean themselves frequently and they are not water-friendly animals. Our cat has never taken a bath, although she keeps herself pretty clean. but once in a while i wonder if we should bathe her to avoid potential dermatological problems. but she's really afraid of water and would freak out if we bring her near the bathtub. what's everybody else's experience with bathing your pet? any opinions welcome!
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Re: How often do you bathe your family pet?
hmm....Does anyone ever bathe cats? I've read that washing the cat too often removes natural skin oils and may dry out the coat. But I think any cat could get used to it if they really needed a bath. Check out this site for more tips on bathing a cat: http://www.thecatsite.com/Care/38/Bathing-Your-Cat-A-Battle-Of-Wills.htm...
As for dogs, definitely bathe them. It's summer now, and they can wander around outside with semi-wet coats. During winter months, we have to blow dry my dog's coat so he doesn't turn into an icicle...or pupsicle (could not help myself).
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Re: How often do you bathe your family pet?
thanks for the link! very informative indeed. we're taking our cat to get her annual vaccination soon so no baths for her for another few weeks. but when the weather's really hot i think i'll try and wash her for the first time in her life!
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Re: How often do you bathe your family pet?
I don't have a cat, but I've always had dogs, and I've never bathed them unless they've rolled in mud or something. My vet has always told me that too much soap and water is bad for them.
Currently, I have a dog who needs haircuts. So every three months or so, I take him to KKs pets in Pinnacle Plaza (Shunyi), where they bathe and clip him. This is really all he needs, and they do a nice job with him.
One thing I try to do when I can find the time is brush his teeth. I have special meat-flavored dog toothpaste that I bought in the States. But you could just use a regular toothbrush with no toothpaste. It's best to start them young, though, so they get used to it.
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