{"id":92134,"date":"2022-04-22T12:13:43","date_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:13:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/"},"modified":"2022-04-22T12:13:44","modified_gmt":"2022-04-22T12:13:44","slug":"how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/","title":{"rendered":"How often should you wash your indoor cat?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#How_often_should_you_wash_your_indoor_cat\" title=\"How often should you wash your indoor cat?\">How often should you wash your indoor cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Are_you_supposed_to_give_cats_baths\" title=\"Are you supposed to give cats baths?\">Are you supposed to give cats baths?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Is_it_OK_to_bathe_a_cat_once_a_week\" title=\"Is it OK to bathe a cat once a week?\">Is it OK to bathe a cat once a week?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#How_do_I_know_if_my_cat_needs_a_bath\" title=\"How do I know if my cat needs a bath?\">How do I know if my cat needs a bath?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Do_I_need_to_bathe_my_indoor_cat\" title=\"Do I need to bathe my indoor cat?\">Do I need to bathe my indoor cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Is_it_cruel_to_give_cats_a_bath\" title=\"Is it cruel to give cats a bath?\">Is it cruel to give cats a bath?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Do_indoor_cats_need_baths\" title=\"Do indoor cats need baths?\">Do indoor cats need baths?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Can_I_bathe_my_cat_once_a_week\" title=\"Can I bathe my cat once a week?\">Can I bathe my cat once a week?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Is_it_okay_if_I_dont_bathe_my_cat\" title=\"Is it okay if I don&#8217;t bathe my cat?\">Is it okay if I don&#8217;t bathe my cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Is_giving_cats_a_bath_cruel\" title=\"Is giving cats a bath cruel?\">Is giving cats a bath cruel?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Should_you_bathe_an_indoor_cat\" title=\"Should you bathe an indoor cat?\">Should you bathe an indoor cat?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Are_baths_traumatizing_for_cats\" title=\"Are baths traumatizing for cats?\">Are baths traumatizing for cats?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-often-should-you-wash-your-indoor-cat\/#Is_it_normal_to_give_cats_a_bath\" title=\"Is it normal to give cats a bath?\">Is it normal to give cats a bath?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_often_should_you_wash_your_indoor_cat\"><\/span>How often should you wash your indoor cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>once every 4-6 weeks<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_you_supposed_to_give_cats_baths\"><\/span>Are you supposed to give cats baths?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Many cats really enjoy being brushed and it can help to reduce stress. If youre wondering Do cats need baths? the answer is, <b>not really. The right cat brush helps to soothe and massage your feline buddy whilst removing dead hair and preventing matts, particularly important for long-haired kitties.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_OK_to_bathe_a_cat_once_a_week\"><\/span>Is it OK to bathe a cat once a week?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Veterinarians agree that it is actually unnecessary to bathe your cat as regular as you would a dog. While bathing them occasionally will help keep them healthy, unless instructed by your vet <b>you should never bathe your cat weekly or a couple of times per week<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_know_if_my_cat_needs_a_bath\"><\/span>How do I know if my cat needs a bath?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Signs Your Cat Needs A Bath<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Greasy Fur. Greasy fur looks clumpy, feels oily, and forms peaks and parts in the coat.  <\/li>\n<li>Strong Odors. Strong smells are often the result of curiosity.  <\/li>\n<li>Excessive Shedding.  <\/li>\n<li>Something New to Do.<\/li>\n<p>16-Jan-2021<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_I_need_to_bathe_my_indoor_cat\"><\/span>Do I need to bathe my indoor cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The average indoor cat may never need a bath, but if you do decide to take the plunge, we do not recommend bathing your kitty more than a couple of times a year. Only you know your cats personality and levels of aggression, which can be a key deciding factor when it comes to bathing a cat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_cruel_to_give_cats_a_bath\"><\/span>Is it cruel to give cats a bath?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats dont usually need baths, but there are some exceptional circumstances. If theyre rolled in something that they cant wash off themselves, or they have long hair which has become matted, a bath might be a good idea. <b>Most cats really dislike baths and they can find the experience very stressful.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_indoor_cats_need_baths\"><\/span>Do indoor cats need baths?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>The average indoor cat may never need a bath, but if you do decide to take the plunge, we do not recommend bathing your kitty more than a couple of times a year. Only you know your cats personality and levels of aggression, which can be a key deciding factor when it comes to bathing a cat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_I_bathe_my_cat_once_a_week\"><\/span>Can I bathe my cat once a week?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Veterinarians agree that it is actually unnecessary to bathe your cat as regular as you would a dog. While bathing them occasionally will help keep them healthy, unless instructed by your vet <b>you should never bathe your cat weekly or a couple of times per week<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_okay_if_I_dont_bathe_my_cat\"><\/span>Is it okay if I don&#8217;t bathe my cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>once every 4-6 weeks<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_giving_cats_a_bath_cruel\"><\/span>Is giving cats a bath cruel?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some of you may even be asking yourself, Is it safe to give a cat a bath? <b>Yes, indeed it is. In fact, cats may need a good washing for a number of reasons. For instance, if they: Have gotten into something really messy or sticky.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Should_you_bathe_an_indoor_cat\"><\/span>Should you bathe an indoor cat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Their daily fastidious grooming reduces the frequency that theyll need a bath. Cats do a good job of cleaning most debris from their coat, but their self-grooming wont get everything out, nor will it make them smell any nicer. The National Cat Groomers Institute of America recommends a bath <b>once every 4-6 weeks<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_baths_traumatizing_for_cats\"><\/span>Are baths traumatizing for cats?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Cats and water rarely go together with ease. And <b>trying to submerge them into a tub without researching beforehand can result in trauma for both you and your pet. Youll likely end up with water on the floor, bites and scratches all over your body and a scared kitty whos fled the scene, nowhere to be found.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_normal_to_give_cats_a_bath\"><\/span>Is it normal to give cats a bath?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Coat length and type: Longer coats will require more maintenance than short coat cats. Self-grooming behavior: <b>Cats that cannot or do not groom themselves efficiently need regular baths to keep their coat from becoming greasy or sticky<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><\/h2>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How often should you wash your indoor cat?Are you supposed to give cats baths?Is it OK to bathe a cat once a week?How do I know if my cat needs a bath?Do I need to bathe my indoor cat?Is it cruel to give cats a bath?Do indoor cats need baths?Can I bathe&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-92134","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry"],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/92134"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=92134"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/92134\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=92134"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=92134"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=92134"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}