Some cats are born to love cleanliness, while others are not. Look, the two-month-old kitten Mimi belongs to the latter. Its hair is always messy and looks like a little hedgehog. To make it clean, I decided to give it a bath.
It was a sunny afternoon and I had everything I needed: pet shampoo, bath towel, comb… It looked like everything went smoothly. I carefully carried Mimi into the bathroom, put it in the tub, and gently wet its hair. However, things didn't go as I thought. Mimi suddenly screamed like a trapped little animal. I panicked and stopped quickly, but it was too late. Mimi's hair was already wet, and it began to tremble, making my heart break.
I quickly wrapped the rice with a bath towel and dried its hair with a hair dryer. During the whole process, Mimi was frightened and made me feel deeply guilty. Since then, I have begun to understand my kittens more and the importance of cat bathing. Not all cats love bathing, and for two-month-old kittens, bathing can be an overly thrilling experience. I began to choose the timing and method of bathing my cat more carefully.
I learned that cats have different skin and hair than humans and require more gentle care. When choosing a shampoo, I chose a mild shampoo designed specifically for my cats. In addition, I have also learned to let the cat adapt to water before bathing it. I can soak its paws or tail with warm water to gradually adapt to the temperature of the water.
I provide the cat with more toys and climbing racks, giving it more opportunities to clean itself. At the same time, I have also increased my observation of it. When I find that its hair is dirty, I will wipe it with a wet towel in time. I learned how to properly comb my cats. Regular combing can effectively remove dead skin and excess hair, keeping cat hair clean and tidy. I bought a special pet comb and I will combed Mimi every morning and evening, which not only helps keep its hair clean, but also promotes interaction and trust between us.
After a period of hard work, I found that Mimi's hair became soft and shiny, and looked much more cute. More importantly, Mimi has also become more lively and confident. It began to like to rub around me and would jump into the bathtub to play.
Looking back on the experience of bathing Mimi, I felt deeply frustrated and blamed myself. But it was this accident that made me understand my kitten better and also taught me how to properly care for its hair and skin. Now I have become Mimi's best friend and caregiver, and Mimi has become the cutest companion in my life.
If you also have a kitten like Mimi, you might as well spend more time and patience to understand and take care of it. You will find that they will become the best part of your life. At the same time, I hope you can get inspiration and encouragement from my story to create a healthier and happier living environment for your kitten.