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How to clean kitten's head after contact with sick cat's saliva?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | unneutered

How do I wash my kittens head. I want to do this because an ill cat dripped saliva on his head I think

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Answered By Vanessa Yeager DVM MPH

Veterinarian

Published on August 30th, 2018

Hi and thanks for posting on Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! You can use a warm wet wash cloth with a small amount of dish soap or pet shampoo on it and gently wash Ozzy's head and rinse off with clean warm water being careful around the eyes. I hope this helps!

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