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Caring for Your Cat's Skin, Fur & Coat


By following basic guidelines, you can easily care for your cat's coat and skin. Certain general principles apply to the care of all cats. 

1. The coat and skin reflect your cat's general health. A healthy cat has far fewer skin and coat problems. 

2. Parasites, such as fleas and intestinal worms, affect the skin and coat. Follow the doctor's suggestions for parasite control.

  3. Proper nutrition is essential for a healthy skin and coat. Discuss your cat's diet with the doctor. 

  4. Routine grooming not only prevents skin and/or coat problems, but also enables you to detect problems before they become extensive.

  5. Most cats seldom require bathing. If bathing is necessary, use a mild shampoo, rinse well and dry quickly with towels and a hair dryer.

  Dos

    1. Do train your cat to accept regular grooming, beginning when it is a young kitten. Make the experience as pleasant as possible for the cat by being gentle but persistent. 

  2. Do keep the nails trimmed, check the teeth for tartar and examine the ears, eyes, and region and skin while grooming your pet. If you find problems, consult the doctor. 

  Don'ts

    1. Don't lose your patience while grooming. If the task becomes trying, stop and begin later. Your cat will resist being groomed if you become angry and impatient. 

2. Don't neglect mats in your cat's coat. Tease the mat apart gently and comb it out with as little pulling as possible. Always remove mats before bathing, as soaking a mat will only tighten it. If a mat must be cut out with scissors, be very careful not to cut the cat's skin. Sometimes long-haired cats become so matted that the entire coat must be clipped. 



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