Clean a Smelly Cat

When your cat comes in from outside, are they a smelly mess? Cats that are smelly can be annoying, and can bring sickness to you as well. This article will teach you how to clean a smelly cat using the correct procedure.

Steps

 * 1) Brush out anything you find tangled in your cat's fur. If you are going to take your cat into the bath to get rid of the smell, you need to brush out tangles of fur so that it will be easier to brush your cat after the bath. Use a clean brush, used for cats only, and make sure the bristles are not to sharp on the cat's skin.[[Image:Clean a Smelly Cat Step 1.jpg|center]]
 * 2) Have a tub clear of stuff ready but not filled with water as it can damage your cat's skin and make it an not fun experience for them. Some cats like swimming in water but you should not let them swim for long. To wash them use a shower head with one hand while scruffing their neck with the other hand but not too hard so you won't hurt them. This takes practice but you can use a sponge or damp towel instead to wash them. Use water that is warm but not too hot.
 * 3) Give it a bath with deodorizing shampoo. Use other cat friendly products to both get rid of the smell and keep your cat clean. You can also use natural cat shampoo (herbal is recommended). Fully wash away any shampoo after scrubbing. Be quick with this step. If your cat is shaking a bit then you are going to slow and the water is cold. [[Image:Clean a Smelly Cat Step 2.jpg|center]]
 * 4) If you are going to clean the cat's head, you need to put some soft cotton balls into the cats ears to prevent water from getting into them. If soap does get into the ears or eyes, it might cause an infection. Try not to get any shampoo into the cat's eyes. To prevent this use a damp towel to wash their heads instead after the bath. Cats can fully wash their heads on their own, so don't worry too much about it.
 * 5) Dry them with a towel, and if the cat will let you, blow dry it on 'cool' lightly.[[Image:Clean a Smelly Cat Step 3.jpg|center]]
 * 6) After its dry, brush it again. By now, your cat should be cleaner and much happier.[[Image:Clean a Smelly Cat Step 4.jpg|center]]

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