Cat Grooming

Hello!! Kitty Tips is back after a lot of days. 

So today's topic is GROOMING A CAT.
You must have seen cats sitting in the corner of your house and continuously licking its fur. This is self-grooming. Even though cats spent enough time for grooming THEMSELVES, Grooming a cat (by us, humans) is very essential. But these cats, don't know about that. Let me tell you all the advantages of grooming a cat. 

  • Grooming removes all the dirt as well as the loose hair from the cat's coat: Loose hair creates itching and disturbs the cat
  • It helps in keeping the coat healthy. 
  • It reduces shedding.
  • Keeps the number of fleas in check.
  • It helps the coat to dry faster after bathing a cat.
  • The cat's coat has a particular amount of natural oil. Grooming helps in the even distribution of these natural oil and maintains the coat's health.
  • Grooming is very essential for long-haired cats because lack of grooming can lead to knots and tangles which in turn results in the formation of mats.
  • It helps to detect any skin diseases/ abnormalities.
  • The more you Brush your cat's coat, the less hair she will swallow.
  • The time you spent on grooming strengthens the bond between you and your cat.
Tangles and mats are very dangerous because:
  1. Fleas can hide in them and make it difficult for you to find them.
  2. Cats may, accidentally, rip their skin by chewing/ tearing the tangles or mats.
  3. These can block the entry/ the flow of air through their coats. This can result in wounds or skin diseases.
Like these, there are a number of problems---which are caused by tangles/mats--- that can be solved by grooming.
So, Grooming has a lot of advantages indeed. But it should be done in the right manner:
  • LESS TIME--MORE BETTER:
Cats usually do not find grooming as a very fascinating time-pass. It is better to groom your cat a few minutes a day (if she is long-haired) or 2-3 days a week (if she is short-haired). 
  • USING THE RIGHT TOOLS IN THE GOOD MANNER:
A cats skin is very sensitive as well as thin. So you should NOT apply much pressure while you are grooming. It is better to use products that are meant for cats--NEVER USE THE COMBS THAT YOU USE as they can be hard on their sensitive skin. You can get brushes and combs that are comfortable for your cat's coat, from a nearby pet shop.

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