Grooming

One reason cats need baths is that they dont always groom themselves thoroughly. This is especially true of longhaired breeds that can develop matted fur. Another problem with longhaired cats, such as Persians, is that feces can get stuck in the long hair of the cats backside, making a terrible mess that the cat cannot, unfortunately, remove himself. The result is a smelly, dirty cat that simply needs a bath. Even shorthaired cats occasionally get themselves dirty, greasy or just plain smelly, especially if theyre obese and cant reach the parts that require cleaning. Aging cats sometimes stop grooming as frequently or thoroughly as they did when they were younger.

Lets face it: Sometimes we need to do something to one of our cats that the cat is just not going to like. No doubt we have her best interests in mind, but she is not likely to recognize that.

Let’s face it: Sometimes we need to do something to one of our cats that the cat is just not going to like. No doubt we have her best interests in mind, but she is not likely to recognize that.

If anyone ever told you that you had "cat breath," you might have a real reason to be insulted. Thats because cat breath can be rather unpleasant, which is something you already know if youve ever smelled bad breath on your own cat.

Serious health problems - such as heart, lung and kidney disease - can stem from dental neglect. Heres some expert advice.

Your cats coat can be a barometer of her overall health and well-being. Here are signs to notice when something is amiss.

Those disgusting deposits can be a threat to your cats health, so take some steps in prevention.

It keeps your cat warm in winter and cool in the heat. There are ways you can help, too.

A regular nail trimming will help your furniture, plus your skin. Heres the best way to proceed.

Some cats are more fastidious than others, but obsessive grooming signals a problem.

Have a plan in case you ever need to clean up Kitty.

Hairballs are usually harmless - but not always. Heres when theyre hazardous.