.:How to Select the Best Shampoo For Your Cat:.

If you've ever been in the shower, and reached for the cat shampoo instead of your own, you already know that there's a difference between cat shampoo, and shampoo for people. Cat shampoo is designed especially for cats. Your shampoo can irritate their skin, not to mention how their shampoo irritates you. But that's a topic for another article.

Shampooing your cat has many benefits. It keeps him looking and smelling clean, and it can help you spot parasites, such as ticks and fleas. An occasional bath also helps to reduce shedding. But how do you choose a cat shampoo?


Features to Consider in a Cat Shampoo

There are many different kinds of cat shampoo, and the type you choose depends on why you are shampooing your cat in the first place. Cats are experts at keeping themselves clean. But occasionally, they may need a bath, and a shampoo recommended by your vet, or other pet professional, should be your first choice.

Cat shampoo can be formulated much like your shampoo. There's a cat shampoo to keep hair (or fur) soft and shiny. This would be a cleansing, or deodorizing cat shampoo. There's hypoallergenic cat shampoo, and even color enhancing cat shampoo. Dry cat shampoo is ideal for those cats who simply won't tolerate water, or simply for ‘spot cleaning.' This kind of cat shampoo may go on like a mousse, then be brushed vigorously (but safely) out of the cat's fur, taking the dirt with it.

Some cat shampoo is designed especially for flea and tick treatment. Again, consult your veterinarian or pet professional before choosing, and using, these products.

If you're looking for a more ‘natural' way to bathe your cat, try herbal, organic, or botanical cat shampoo. It may be harder to find, and will probably cost a little more than other cat shampoo.


Author's recommendations:

• Johnson's Tea Tree Shampoo 200ml

RM13.39

This shampoo contains Tea Tree oil which is a natural essential oil taken from the Australian Tea Tree and which has been traditionally used for its cleansing properties. It also contains Aloe Vera which helps to soothe and calm irritated skin, promoting a healthy coat and skin. Suitable for dogs and cats.

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Wahl No-Rinse Shampoo for Cats

RM15.80


Wahl No-Rinse Shampoo for Cats is a remarkable innovation in pet cleansing and grooming. A specially formulated foaming cleanser gives your cat's coat a bright lustrous appearance. No water needed and no rinsing required. This shampoo contains gentle but effective cleansers derived from coconut oil which quickly remove surface dirt and grime. 200ml bottle.

• Refresh Deodorizing Shampoo 470ml + 25%FREE

RM32.55


The residual deodorising action keeps pets smelling clean and fresh longer than other shampoos. It helps reduce matting, tangles and dryness and can be used on dogs, puppies, cats, kittens, ferrets, rabbits, hamsters and other small animals.

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Coatex Aloe & Oatmeal Shampoo 500ml

RM77.70


Coatex Aloe and Oatmeal Shampoo is a mild conditioning shampoo for dogs and cats with sensitive skin. Contains natural aloe Vera extracts as well as oatmeal to provide an all-purpose shampoo. This shampoo will NOT wash off flea treatment such as Frontline or Advocate. Can also be used to remove puppy scale, sooth dry skin and provide a detangling action for long, thick haired breeds. Adds essential moisture whilst providing a rich lather that gently cleanse the skin without removing natural oils. Can be used weekly with no side effects.