Can Cats Get Showered?

Cats are typically fine bathing and grooming on their own by using their rough tongues to clean and smooth their coat. Of course, this can produce some icky hairballs, but that's another hairy story. However, there are times when a cat needs to be washed with water. ... Need to be bathed in flea or anti-fungal medications.

How often should you wash your indoor cat?

Cats do a good job of cleaning most debris from their coat, but their self-grooming won't get everything out, nor will it make them smell any nicer. The National Cat Groomers Institute of America recommends a bath once every 4-6 weeks.

Does bathing hurt cats?

A bath stimulates the skin and removes excess oil, dander, and shed hair. It also offers an opportunity to teach your cat that being handled even in unexpected ways won't hurt them. Cats will need to be touched by the vet, handled by vet techs, or cared for by house sitters and guests.