How To Dry Shampoo Cat

Unless a cat has some strange health issue that is causing dry skin i ve yet to encounter this in all my years of cat grooming the dandruff is a result of dead dirty greasy skin that needs to be scrubbed with a good shampoo and lots of water.

How to dry shampoo cat. Make sure that you shampoo till the skin. The scent is mild which will not irritate or annoy your cat s sensitive nose. If you re using a homemade dry shampoo rub it into your cat s coat with a towel and work it gently down to your cat s skin. On a list of unpleasant activities for dogs and cats alike bathing surely rises to the top. You want to make sure the mixture gets right in to the skin.

Dip the cat in a bucket and using a washcloth make sure the cat is entirely wet. Leave the spray in your cat s coat and watch as their coat gets softer smoother and their skin becomes less flaky. The warmth from the hot towel can help soothe your cat s dried out skin leaving it feeling refreshed. This gives the naturally absorbent ingredients time to soak up all the foul smelling substances. Speak gently to your pet throughout this process and stroke his back or head to keep him calm.

Keep the towel in place and let it sit for around five minutes before removing it. Add an essential oil such as lavender or tea tree for its aroma and flea repelling properties. Once you have applied the mixture to your cat s body leave it there for at least five minutes. Simply approach your cat when it s in a calm approachable mood and drape the hot towel over the dried out areas. Then massage a small amount of cat shampoo throughout their fur.

Rub your dry shampoo mixture into your cat s fur. Use dry shampoo intermittently between regular baths to keep your pet smelling fresh. After you re done shampooing the cat clean off the shampoo with water. Fill the buckets half full with warm water. Put the cat in the other bucket to rinse until soap is gone.

Employ another second person to help you hold the cat. Try to keep the shampoo on your cat s coat for at least five minutes. Bath time will be quick and easy when you use this dry shampoo spray. Be careful to rub it everywhere including places like armpits and the top of your cat s head but don t get it in her eyes. Let the dry shampoo sit on his coat for 10 to 15 minutes after you ve completely worked the mixture into his fur.