Can frequent baths harm my cat's skin if he gets very dirty?

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Hello! I'd like to know if excessive showers damage some how a cat skin? I used to shower my cat every 2 or 3 month but lately I've found myself showering him every 7 or 8 times q months, The raison? he got a weird new habit of wallow in mud or old car oil everytime he goes out!... I shower him without a problem but I'm thinking about his skin health now and thinking if I should let him just at home but I feel he'll get frustrated in the longterm... Thanks in avances. Pet's info: Cat | European Shorthair | Male | neutered | 2 years and 1 month old | 11 lbs

Dr. Elizabeth · Accepted Answer

Plory should be fine being bathed that frequently. Make sure you are using a pet shampoo. An oatmeal type shampoo tends to be more moisturizing and less likely to dry out the skin. Watch for any evidence of excessively dry skin. Definitely keeping him indoors would prevent him from getting so dirty but it is a balancing act between happiness and cleanliness! I hope this helps and please feel free to post any additional questions.

Can frequent baths harm my cat's skin if he gets very dirty?

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