#1 – Prevent Fleas & Ticks
Perhaps one of the main reasons to bathe your cat is to prevent flea and tick infestations. Although bathing alone is sometimes not enough to get rid of these nasty pests, it will help you spot them and will kill the ones on your cat. Once you know they’re there, you can remove them safely and take further action to eliminate the pests.
#2 – Eliminate Discomfort
Grooming eliminates discomfort in many ways. First, brushing is something that feels very good to most cats. With the right brush, your kitty will feel like they’re getting a nice massage while you remove dead hair, stimulate new growth and brings your cat’s natural oils to their skin. Further, it helps prevent matting on longer coats. If your cat’s coat does matt easily, removing those matts will help your kitty feel better. Matting pulls on the skin and coat and is not only painful but often the cause of sores. Removing dirt and debris out of your cat’s coat will also make them more comfortable, prevent further matting and replenish their skin and coat.
#3 – Protect Feet
Nail trimming is probably one of the most overlooked parts of general cat care. But long nails aren’t just an eyesore, they are unhealthy and uncomfortable for your cat as well. Wild and feral cats usually wear their nails down regularly, but domestic cats often need extra help. They don’t use their claws as much as feral cats do, and overgrown nails can grow into your cats feet and cause a lot of pain and discomfort.
