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My new kitten smells bad. How do I get rid of the shelter smell?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male

I just got my cat he is 1 month and half or 2 month old He smells bad like the shelters How can i make that smell go away? Thank you.

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Answered By Lauren Jones VMD

Veterinarian

Published on March 21st, 2017

Try bathing him in a gentle pet or baby shampoo, but make sure to dry him well after his bath so that he does not get too cold. Also wash all of his bedding well because he likely transferred the odor by contact.

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