In the Cat Care section from Wonderful.Pet - shampoos, ear and eye products, stomach hair pastes, nail clippers, furminators, dental products. Brands: Beaphar, Trixie, 8 in 1, Hartz, Iv San Bernard. Delivery throughout Ukraine by Nova Poshta from Odessa.
Basic cat care
- Brushing - long-haired daily with a furminator, short-haired 1-2 times a week.
- Bathing - cats are usually not washed (they wash themselves). Exceptions: after a walk, if infested with fleas, for sphinxes (once every 1-2 weeks).
- Ear cleaning - once every 2-4 weeks with a special lotion.
- Nail trimming - once every 3-4 weeks, tips (no more than 2 mm). An alternative is scratching posts.
- Teeth brushing - 2-3 times a week with cat toothpaste and a brush/nozzle.
- Eye care - for Persians, exotics, Scots - wipe tear tracks daily.
Wool in the stomach (trichobezoars)
Cats lick fur when washing themselves. In long-haired animals, it rolls into lumps in the stomach - this causes vomiting and sometimes obstruction. Anti-hair products:
- Pastes (8in1 Hairball, Beaphar Malt Paste, Trixie Malt) - vegetable oils + malt, help wool pass through the gastrointestinal tract
- Treatswith malt extract - for regular prevention
- Grass for cats (sprouted oats, wheat) - provokes natural regurgitation
- Food with anti-hair formula - Royal Canin Hairball Care, Hills Hairball Control
Care for different types of wool
Long-haired (Maine Coon, Persian, Ragdoll) - slicker brush + wide-toothed comb daily. Air conditioning once a month. Semi-longhair (Norwegian, Siberian) - brush 2-3 times a week. Shorthair (British, Scottish) - smooth comb 1-2 times a week. Sphinxes - daily wipe with napkins to remove secretions, bathing once every 1-2 weeks.
Frequently asked questions
How to teach a cat to brush? Start with short sessions of 30 seconds, after eating (relaxed), praise with your voice and a treat. Use a soft brush at first.
Is it possible to bathe a kitten? It is possible after 3 months, if there is an urgent need. Warm water 38°C, cat shampoo, quick dry with a towel (not a hairdryer).
Is it normal for a cat to lick itself too often?Up to 30-50% of active time is normal. Excessive licking with hair pulling - stress, allergies or skin problems. Show it to the vet.
