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Cat Grooming Introduction

June 5th, 2006

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Cats spend over 10% of their waking hours grooming themselves. Usually this involves licking the fur and getting dirt out from between their toes. Although cats are fairly autonomous with their grooming, they definitely benefit from human intervention.

The key ways humans can help with cat grooming are through brushing and nail cutting. A daily brushing your cat’s fur will help keep it shiny and tangle free. Start brushing your cat when it is a small kitten so it gets used to it. Occasionally you meet cats that are tactile defensive, that is to say they don’t really like being touched OR it takes them a long time until they want to be touched. Regular brushing helps reduce this phenomenon. However, most cats love a gentle brushing and it helps build the bond between cat and owner. Nail cutting is also very important and should be started as early as possible so that the cat tolerates the experience easily. A food reward after the cutting is a great idea. Keep the sessions short. Maybe only do one paw at a time to start. Remember, take the paw and press under the pad so that the nail comes out. Cut the nail tip and stay away from the pink vein (or quick) because it is sensitive and will hurt if you cut into it. It is easy to see this vein through the cat’s translucent nails. Ask your vet for a demo if this is your first time cutting your cat’s nails and you feel nervous.

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