How to Make Your Cat Smell Better Without a Bath

My cat, Mittens, has always been a bit of a stinker. She’s a long-haired Persian, and her fur can get pretty oily and matted if I don’t brush her regularly. I’ve tried bathing her in the past, but she hates it, and it’s always a huge ordeal.

So, I’ve had to find other ways to keep her smelling fresh and clean. Here are a few tips that have worked for me:

Brush Your Cat Regularly

Brushing your cat’s fur will help to remove dead hair, dirt, and oil. This will help to keep her fur looking and smelling its best. I brush Mittens at least once a day, and I use a cat brush that is specifically designed to remove loose hair.

If your cat has long hair, you may need to brush her more often. You should also brush her more often if she’s been outside or if she’s had an accident.

Wipe Your Cat Down with a Damp Cloth

If your cat doesn’t like to be brushed, you can try wiping her down with a damp cloth. This will help to remove any dirt or oil that has accumulated on her fur. I usually use a warm, damp cloth and I wipe Mittens down from head to tail.

Be sure to avoid getting water in your cat’s ears or eyes. If your cat doesn’t like to be wiped down, you can try using a pet wipe instead.

Use a Dry Shampoo for Cats

Dry shampoo for cats is a great way to freshen up your cat’s fur without having to give her a bath. Dry shampoo is a powder that you sprinkle on your cat’s fur and then brush out. The powder will absorb any dirt or oil and leave your cat’s fur smelling fresh and clean.

I use dry shampoo on Mittens about once a week. I sprinkle the powder on her fur and then I brush it out. She doesn’t seem to mind the dry shampoo, and it does a great job of freshening up her fur.

Give Your Cat a Healthy Diet

A healthy diet can help to improve your cat’s overall health, including her skin and coat. I feed Mittens a high-quality cat food that is formulated for her age and activity level. I also give her plenty of fresh water to drink.

A healthy diet will help to keep your cat’s skin and coat healthy and shiny. It will also help to reduce shedding and dander.

Take Your Cat to the Vet

If you’re concerned about your cat’s smell, it’s important to take her to the vet. There may be an underlying medical condition that is causing her to smell bad. Your vet can also recommend the best way to keep your cat smelling fresh and clean.

Conclusion

There are a few things you can do to keep your cat smelling fresh and clean without having to give her a bath. Brushing her regularly, wiping her down with a damp cloth, using a dry shampoo, and giving her a healthy diet are all great ways to keep her smelling her best. If you’re concerned about your cat’s smell, it’s important to take her to the vet.

Are you interested in learning more about cat care? Check out our other blog posts on the topic.