I just had my kittens fixed about a week ago, is it too soon to bathe them yet?
2007-01-16 06:47:41 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Cats
I have owned cats all my life, and I bathe them to keep them smelling, NOT like their litter box. Thanks, but I can handle taking care of my kittens AND my dog.
2007-01-16 07:10:42 · update #1
This warning comes standard on any post-op care after sterilization.
"Do not allow your pet to get wet or have a bath for at least 7 days after surgery."
2007-01-16 06:54:28 · answer #1 · answered by mistresscris 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend waiting a little longer. I think it is a little too soon. I am sure your vet would give you advice if you weren't sure and HAD to bathe them (there may be a way to do it without hurting the cat's incision). Hope all goes well,
2007-01-16 09:28:53 · answer #2 · answered by Somanyquestions,solittletime 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most people do not bathe their kitties. They do a great job of cleaning themselves. If you feel the need to give them a hand - use a wet washcloth, but do not put them into a tub of water.
Going against their nature ( a cat dose NOT like to get wet) and forcing them to a bath is cruel treatment. Maybe you should get a dog instead.
2007-01-16 06:58:54 · answer #3 · answered by Sharon 3 · 0⤊ 2⤋
I would wait a while if you feel the need to bathe them. You can buy wipes for that purpose, or use a warm damp towel to go over them ,at least for now.
2007-01-16 06:59:20 · answer #4 · answered by Kitty Mom 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Cat's dont need to be bathed usually..unless they got into something gross. If your cats smell like the litter box then keep your litter box cleaner.
2007-01-16 08:02:08 · answer #5 · answered by KathyS 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
it's too soon. you have to wait until their stitches are removed or dissolved before bathing them. call the vet who did the surgery to find out for sure.
2007-01-16 06:51:30 · answer #6 · answered by ? 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
as long as the surgery sight is healed and the sutures are out then it is fine to give it a bath
2007-01-16 06:52:48 · answer #7 · answered by kat_luvr2003 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is. Why bath them anyways? Cat should only be bathed if they are really nasty...it's bad for their skin. Since they're kittens, though, they just might be!!!
2007-01-16 06:53:22 · answer #8 · answered by KL 5 · 3⤊ 2⤋
Call the vet. But I would wait until they are completely healed.
2007-01-16 06:53:02 · answer #9 · answered by Fish Lover 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Probably you should let them take their own baths... the fur will stick to your tongue.
2007-01-16 06:54:21 · answer #10 · answered by dvm78 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋