Kittens, like babies, rely on their mothers to clean and care for them. They can only effectively nurture themselves on their own by maturing and learning. Normally, the mother cat cleans and teaches her kittens how to use a litter box, among other things. It is critical to keep your kitten clean for its overall health and happiness.
Kittens are notoriously messy eaters, even when transitioning from milk to wet food. Kittens eat by stomping on their dishes or sticking their heads inside them. It’s not uncommon for a kitten to have accidents or even play in the litterbox when first learning to use the toilet on its own. Cleaning such difficult-to-reach areas is the responsibility of a kitten’s human caregivers in the absence of a mother cat. Cat cleaning wipes can come in handy in such scenarios.
Let’s find some important tips to help you safely clean your kittens with wipes.
Tips To Safely Cleaning Your Kittens With Cat Cleaning Wipes
Get help.
Get a buddy to assist you. Nobody should have to wash a kitten by themselves! Plus, having an extra pair of hands may come in handy while juggling shampoo bottles, cat cleaning wipes, towels, and your kitty.
Keep the temperature ideal
Temperature is crucial! Kittens under eight weeks cannot control their body temperatures; thus, you must keep them warm. Run a hot shower before bathing to warm up the room. The water in the bath should be pleasantly warm but not hot.
Use fragrance-free wipes
Use only fragrance-free cat cleaning wipes. Baby wipes are intended to be mild on human infants; they also work well on kitties. Pet bath wipes with no scent are also an option. Avoid your kitten’s eyes and keep the inside of their ears dry no matter what wipes you use.
Scuffing
Scuffing may be used to provide soft support. Scruffing a cat is holding skin on the back of a cat’s neck (called the scruff). Gentle scruffing may quickly relax small kittens, but be sure to hold their bottom end with your other hand while you wash. Even with all of your help, expect some wriggling and even wailing.
Use towels
When your kitty is clean and washed, wrap them in a towel. Then comes the fun part: cuddling and drying them to keep them warm.
Don’t let the kitten be scared
When kittens are shocked, they will be terrified for a long time. A kitten, for example, may not be frightened of water, but if the sound of flowing water startles it, the kitten will link being terrified with water. Talk to your kitten continually throughout the cleaning procedure to keep it calm and secure.
Be gentle
Introduce your kitty to new things carefully, such as swimming and bathing so that it can win your confidence.
Do not use soap if not needed
Unless you are treated for fleas, soap or shampoo are not required at this age. If this is the case, ask your veterinarian to select a kitten-safe soap.
Use cat calming diffusers
Most large pet retailers provide cat calming diffusers, which may help calm agitated kittens.
Conclusion
Kittens are similar to human newborns because they rely on their moms to clean and care for them. They must mature and learn before they can adequately groom themselves on their own. Normally, the mother cat cleans her kittens and teaches them how to use a litter box, among other things. Keeping your kitten clean is essential for its health and well-being.
Grooming your kitten is an excellent opportunity to connect with them while caring for their health and well-being. It also helps you get to know your cat’s skin, eyes, ears, teeth, and coat so you can spot anything out of the norm. If you detect any unexpected changes or anomalies, get expert guidance and treatment from a veterinarian.
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