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Grandpa Filled the Tub in the Yard. The Silver Cat Was Not Amused

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Harold leans over a big galvanized tub in the yard with his sleeves pushed up and a kind, patient smile. Smoky sits in the soapy water with her long silver fur flattened and darkened by suds, her striped face looking calm and slightly offended. His hand rests gently on her back. The yard around them is cluttered in a friendly way, with a coiled green hose, work gloves on the ground, a blanket, and a pile of brush in the background.

Most cats clean themselves and rarely need a full bath, but a Maine Coon's long coat may occasionally need help, especially if she gets into something sticky or oily. If you do bathe your cat, use lukewarm water and a shampoo made for cats, since human and dog products can irritate her skin. Keep water out of her ears and eyes, support her gently, and work quickly and calmly. Rinse thoroughly and wrap her in a warm towel afterward, then keep her indoors until she is dry. A thick coat takes a long time to dry, so a gentle blot with a towel helps. If your cat has skin problems or tangled mats, ask your vet or a groomer.

Smoky looks like she is enduring the whole thing with great dignity. Harold looks like he is trying not to laugh, and the towel is waiting nearby.

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