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When can I bathe my 2.5-month-old kitten and what shampoo to use?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 7 days old

Which shampoo and when i can give my kitten a bath? Her age is 2.5 months

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on December 17th, 2018

You can give her a bath at any time! A soothing shampoo with aloe or oatmeal can help keep her skin from becoming too dry. If she doesn't like the bath, you can also use pet or baby wipes to wipe down any very dirty areas, or even a wet washcloth with a little waterless shampoo sprayed onto it.

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