my cat has really long hair, and in the winter it gets static-y and he shocks me and himself. Last year I used a dryer sheet on him, but I worry that the chemicals in it could harm him, since he's going to lick himself and ingest whatever's in the dryer sheet.
Any suggestions?
2006-12-04 02:55:58 · 10 answers · asked by MRose 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
If you can increase the humidity in the air, that usually helps. Static electricity increases in the winter because the drop in temperature causes a drop in relative humidity. Get a good humidifier going.
2006-12-04 02:59:40 · answer #1 · answered by Celok 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I know this sounds crazy, but it totally works. I have a long haird himalayan and whenever he is charged, I pat him down with a dryer sheet then comb is fur out. Combing out the fur will get rid of any of the dryer sheet residue so when they are cleaning themselves they wont get sick. They also sell Ionic pet brishes if you want the expensive way.
2006-12-04 05:10:50 · answer #2 · answered by M R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My vet actually told me about the dryer sheet thing. It shouldn't harm them, just make sure that the sheets are of a non toxic brand and you'll be good. Bounce is a good brand because they are biodegradable, therefore nature safe.
2006-12-04 03:02:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Actually, if you give him a good petting with a damp hand, that usually takes care of it. Don't get him wet enough to be angry, just run a dampened hand, or cloth, over the top of his fur. Water really does get rid of the static, even on skirts if you mist them with it. Give it a try!
2006-12-04 03:27:21 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can't because it's casued by positive and negative charges. Keep your cat off of rugs or carpet and try to no touch them if they are on there or just put your hands on there quickly and groom them like a few tiems a day. Hope this helped. :D
2006-12-04 02:58:29 · answer #5 · answered by Grapes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I should be so lucky; my Stimpy {long-haired} does'nt have these problems, but I strongly agree to the advise of your vet. Stimpy agrees too...oh joy...Merry Christmas
2006-12-04 03:10:08 · answer #6 · answered by renhoez 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
take the pet brush and run it under water for a bit shack off any excess and brush him like that for a while
2006-12-04 03:01:49 · answer #7 · answered by kimmyannbell 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Try a humidifier in the house. It should help.
2006-12-04 03:32:57 · answer #8 · answered by Bubba Gump 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think you can.
2006-12-04 03:01:29 · answer #9 · answered by Texas T 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
idk i guess you cann't
2006-12-04 02:59:31 · answer #10 · answered by ♥Lil♥Miss♥Teccanina♥ 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋