How to Bathe your Cat that Hates Water (6 Step Tutorial) | The Cat Butler

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  • @joydow49
    @joydow49 3 года назад +1397

    Best cat grooming/bathing video I’ve ever seen, even compared to any videos done by professional grooming and bathing. The bucket and cup is the best part. Great idea! The loud scary running water is what makes bathing a cat impossible! Amazing video! Thank you! ..Adorable kitties as well! I have a ragdoll cat that is the same flamepoint coloring! Only mine looks twice as large.. he is an 18 pound big boy! All muscle. Not overweight, just huge frame!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +49

      Wow, thank you! Your comment is so kind! I had trouble as well bathing my cat in the beginning, and finally figured out an unique solution and wanted to share. My male Ragdoll cat Teemo is also getting huge. He weighs 16 pounds now! I get a workout carrying him haha

    • @gracephillip9158
      @gracephillip9158 3 года назад +3

      My cat doesn't likes it,but I'll try cutting the nails thanks alot ruclips.net/video/RnTddiaMoFc/видео.html

    • @Busho-b9k
      @Busho-b9k 3 года назад +2

      ❣️❣️❣️

    • @jeanellematthews5177
      @jeanellematthews5177 3 года назад

      😂

    • @cheni567
      @cheni567 3 года назад

      My cat too

  • @lynnjames6629
    @lynnjames6629 3 года назад +4014

    I wish it was that easy for me. My kitten is like an American Ninja Warrior, Bruce Lee and a piranha with fur! 😩🤕😭

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +209

      Your Cat sounds quite Sassy! I would love to meet it :)

    • @yunikartono418
      @yunikartono418 3 года назад +198

      🥲 my cat would go assassin creed mode during the bath time

    • @opa8928
      @opa8928 3 года назад +38

      Scratching you through your two layers of clothes. That's strange because when my cat was a kitten he would jump inside our bathtub and stay under the running water.

    • @clxdyxedits2199
      @clxdyxedits2199 3 года назад +33

      Your cat and my cat should win the wrestling championship lol

    • @nmb8921
      @nmb8921 3 года назад +8

      😂😂😂😂

  • @staringintospace7833
    @staringintospace7833 3 года назад +1202

    What a well behaved kitty!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +36

      Thank You!

    • @arronhoffman7992
      @arronhoffman7992 3 года назад +10

      That's a Turkish Angora, yeah? We have one also, and she's the best behaved kitty I've ever known.

    • @joshlawn4961
      @joshlawn4961 2 года назад +1

      Now I have the right advice to wash my Bengal cat with VERY sharp claws.

    • @dgallart9083
      @dgallart9083 2 года назад +7

      It looks like the cat is under some kind of sedative or something.

    • @recycledtrash3060
      @recycledtrash3060 2 года назад +1

      @@arronhoffman7992 Aye Turkish Angora gang! I've got one too but giving her baths is uh... difficult 😬😬.

  • @beautifuljasmyn75
    @beautifuljasmyn75 3 года назад +647

    “We all know that our cats like water as much as we like paying taxes” ….. ain’t that the gotdamn truth!

    • @Notafemalecasual
      @Notafemalecasual 3 года назад +4

      My 13 year old said " mommy cats like water?"... I said helllll no... Did you hear him say " like we like paying taxes".. she said ohhhhh 😄😄🤣

  • @danaelos.
    @danaelos. Год назад +300

    just tried this with my cat. while he’s def not happy with me right now, he did not try to scratch or jump on me quite as much and he was calm 98% of the wash. very useful and easy tips, thank you!

  • @miriampeterson8409
    @miriampeterson8409 3 года назад +433

    That cat is so calm in the tub...my cat would be scratching, screaming, and running🤣🤣😂😂

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +10

      Haha my cat use to scratch quite a bit. So this technique calmed them down and I also got them used to water slowly. Here is an updated video: ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html. Hope it helps!

    • @stevenhenry2940
      @stevenhenry2940 2 года назад

      Hello Amber how are you doing today

    • @pilarq7886
      @pilarq7886 2 месяца назад

      CATNIP - for difficult cats maybe add catnip in water or add STRONG catnip tea for aroma - ➡️Put FOLDED THICK towel on bottom of tub for non slip surface (folded thick so it doesn't float)

  • @luciemaresova8668
    @luciemaresova8668 3 года назад +759

    my cat murdered me. but great video, I'm sure it works with other cats.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +53

      Oh no :(. Yeah my cats were not happy with baths either in the beginning. So definitely understand!

    • @HeiMarLy
      @HeiMarLy 3 года назад +17

      I’ve been planning on bathing my long haired 15 pound cat for the last week..collecting tools...long rubber gloves..hose shower head and this whole time I just keep telling people “she is literally going to try to tear out my jugular. I am going to die, you realize this right?” 😂 I’m about to start in a few mins!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +5

      @@HeiMarLy good luck! rooting for ya

    • @JasongCLJ
      @JasongCLJ 3 года назад +5

      @@HeiMarLy
      What happened?

    • @HeiMarLy
      @HeiMarLy 3 года назад +4

      @@TheCatButler thank you! I ended up not having to bathe her fortunately! She actually just let me shave her butt. That was the issue. Dingle berries.

  • @yuqiblublu6423
    @yuqiblublu6423 3 года назад +1222

    I'm getting a new cat soon and I'm learning these now, trying to be a good cat servant 😂

  • @stephanginther9051
    @stephanginther9051 3 года назад +153

    I'm seeing a lot of comments about how this didn't work with their cat. This is normal. If you have to bathe an adult cat for the first time they are going to freak out. If you want to be able to bathe your cat regularly you have to start when they're little, otherwise getting them used to it is going to be a challenge even doing things right.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +15

      Well said!

    • @rainitaouwu
      @rainitaouwu 3 года назад +4

      @@linuswang6572 I don't know if you're stupid or trolling because sometimes cats can have itchy fur and my little friend loves to itch too much to the point she got her neck wounded. This isn't hygiene for them because we "want" them to be clean, they will still lick their fur and smell stinky anyways. This is NEEDED hygiene because animals health matter too

    • @michellewilson1419
      @michellewilson1419 3 года назад +27

      We started at 6 weeks
      She still goes savage

    • @wintermistique3399
      @wintermistique3399 3 года назад +1

      @@michellewilson1419 😂😂😂

    • @ya.02
      @ya.02 3 года назад

      @@rainitaouwu my little kitties have wounded neck and we’ve gone to several vets already. How did you clean their wounds?

  • @placeholerwav
    @placeholerwav 2 года назад +36

    dude you litteraly saved my life, i wanted to start washing my cat because i read somewhere that its good for him, but i always thought my cat would kill me if it touched a drop of water. so i put him in my bathtub, preparing for the worst but for my surprise when i started to gently pour water on him, he just went with it and didnt even hiss or try to get out. i was extremely shocked because it was the first time i bathed him.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад +1

      I am so glad you were able to bathe your cat without any issues! Yeah the first time a cat experiences water is important. If it’s negative every time afterwards they will fight you tooth and nail. Since you were so gentle he never had a bad experience so you should be good in the long run!

    • @AngelaMueller-x2k
      @AngelaMueller-x2k 9 месяцев назад +2

      my cat tried to run away, so I closed the door to the bathroom.

  • @michaelgoff4504
    @michaelgoff4504 2 года назад +80

    Thanks for sharing. I just gave my cat a bath and it was a traumatic experience for both of us, so I looked for better ways to do it and found this video. I'm looking forward to trying this next time.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад +1

      Thank you for the kind words. I hope the video helps!

    • @_justkarl
      @_justkarl 2 года назад +2

      How did it go?

    • @candykitty1
      @candykitty1 Год назад +2

      Lol traumatic experience alright. I just did too. He destroyed my shirt but thank God didn't scratch my face...

  • @yumekochan6115
    @yumekochan6115 3 года назад +4577

    Disclaimer: don't try this at home with an actual cat

  • @dnllmaurer1
    @dnllmaurer1 3 года назад +104

    This is very well done. You clearly explained important points in detail. Like, cut claws before bathing, do it correctly & avoid the quick. Use shampoo for cats, pay attention to under parts & be sure to rinse thoroughly. I'll share a few more tips. I use a shower wand with 2 hoses to extend reach & manipulate where I need it. I reduce water pressure to keep cat calm & the continuous water flow speeds the process of proper rinsing. I like Adams Plus Flea & Tick Foaming Shampoo & Conditioner for Cats & Kittens. It easily works into a light lather, cleans well, leaves skin moisturized, coat shinny & smells nice. Hold head up & start at neck, work up chin but avoid eyes & ears. Direct water away from face. I have a small plastic ladder cat can stand up on to feel safe. I also give them a calming CBD treat before starting. I towel dry next to a small heater that quietly blows warm air. It keeps cat warm while I use a small slicker brush to gently brush hair in alternating directions. This efficiently drys their coat.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +5

      Thank you for the kinds words. Very well said! You take excellent care of your cat!

    • @papoobhoy2320
      @papoobhoy2320 2 года назад

      What is CBD?

    • @coochiesl4yer696
      @coochiesl4yer696 2 года назад +2

      @@papoobhoy2320 it’s a chemical found in weed. i’m sure we know what weed is but basically it’s a medicine/drug. one of its side effects is making ppl/animals relaxed in a sense so ppl took that chem and made it specifically for helpful needs so some animals need it if they’re a little too jumpy and stuff

  • @katej8684
    @katej8684 2 года назад +30

    just bathed her using this video! we started out in a deep sink with enough room for her to stand she HATED it and she escaped like 3 or 4 times by climbing up my shoulder and jumping off 😂 we then moved to the shower where i brought my cup and she was much more well behaved! and i only escaped with 1 scratch, great video!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад

      I am glad the video was able to help you bathe your cat!

  • @rouxfarren265
    @rouxfarren265 Год назад +45

    I just tried this with my cat. She hasn't taken a bath her whole life cause she's too scared even if it's just one drop of water 😭😭 but didn't expect she was actually calm, didn't even mutter a single meow or try to scratch me. She just kept WALKING away from the water but i still managed to bath her, i'm not sure if she's clean enough tho cause i tried being gentle as much as possible cause she don't like being massaged for a long time. It's still her first time, i hope she'll become more comfortable the next time. Thanks for this!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  Год назад +4

      Roux I am glad the video helped! Probably you being gentle with your cat, the way your cat trusts you, and the right technique made it smooth!
      Glad your baby is clean :D

  • @sheri7578
    @sheri7578 Год назад +22

    Followed this guide every step of the way like 5 minutes ago and that was hands-down the best shower routine we've had...thank you!

  • @Susan.Lewis.
    @Susan.Lewis. 3 года назад +130

    "How To Bathe A Cat" joke
    I. Know that although the cat has the advantage of quickness and lack of concern for human life, you have the advantage of strength. Capitalize on that advantage by selecting the battlefield. Don't try to bathe him in an open area where he can force you to chase him. Pick a very small bathroom. If your bathroom is more than four feet square, I recommend that you get in the tub with the cat and close the sliding -glass doors as if you were about to take a shower. (A simple shower curtain will not do. A berserk cat can shred a three-ply rubber shower curtain quicker than a politician can shift positions.)
    II. Know that a cat has claws and will not hesitate to remove all the skin from your body. Your advantage here is that you are smart and know how to dress to protect yourself. I recommend canvas overalls tucked into high-top construction boots, a pair of steel-mesh gloves, an army helmet, a hockey face-mask, and a long-sleeved flak jacket.
    III. Use the element of surprise. Pick up your cat nonchalantly, as if to simply carry him to his supper dish. (Cats will not usually notice your strange attire. They have little or no interest in fashion as a rule.)
    IV. Once you are inside the bathroom, speed is essential to survival. In a single liquid motion, shut the bathroom door, step into the tub enclosure, slide the glass door shut, dip the cat in the water and squirt him with shampoo. You have begun one of the wildest 45 seconds of your life.
    V. Cats have no handles. Add the fact that he now has soapy fur, and the problem is radically compounded. Do not expect to hold on to him for more than two or three seconds at a time. When you have him, however, you must remember to give him another squirt of shampoo and rub like crazy. He'll then spring free and fall back into the water, thereby rinsing himself off. (The national record for cats is three latherings, so don't expect too much.)
    IV. Next, the cat must be dried. Novice cat bathers always assume this part will be the most difficult, for humans generally are worn out at this point and the cat is just getting really determined. In fact, the drying is simple compared with what you have just been through. That's because by now the cat is semi-permanently affixed to your right leg. You simply pop the drain plug with your foot, reach for your towel and wait. (Occasionally, however, the cat will end up clinging to the top of your army helmet. If this happens, the best thing you can do is to shake him loose and to encourage him toward your leg.) After all the water is drained from the tub, it is a simple matter to just reach down and dry the cat. In a few days the cat will relax enough to be removed from your leg. He will usually have nothing to say for about three weeks and will spend a lot of time sitting with his back to you. He might even become psychoceramic and develop the fixed stare of a plaster figurine. You will be tempted to assume he is angry. This isn't usually the case. As a rule he is simply plotting ways to get through your defenses and injure you for life the next time you decide to give him a bath.
    But at least now he smells a lot better.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +8

      Hahaha love the the play by play story :)

    • @debbiejones5809
      @debbiejones5809 3 года назад

      You have to cut the nails to give him or her a bath

    • @jemeadomi9007
      @jemeadomi9007 3 года назад +2

      🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @sangig5921
      @sangig5921 3 года назад +2

      Tht was hilarious.. Specially the attire u suggested 🤣🤣🤣

    • @zenaidapanares1276
      @zenaidapanares1276 2 года назад +1

      What a funny suggestions!!! I almost collapsed to this comment 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @SUNSNROSES
    @SUNSNROSES 3 года назад +120

    your cats are so well behaved it is amazing ☺️

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +2

      Thanks! A little bit of training and patience :)

  • @theeastsidecourier7617
    @theeastsidecourier7617 9 месяцев назад +1

    I'm learning how to bathe a cat, because I heard one way to get rid of bugs like fleas on your cat, is washing it out with lots of water, so bathing it would also take care of the dirt as well. Thank you for this video.

  • @southerlypenny8208
    @southerlypenny8208 Год назад +4

    Let me start by saying that my cat absolutely HATES and is TERRIFIED of water! I’m so glad and grateful to have come across this video b/c I couldn’t believe it until I tried it. My cat was so calm…well he was meowing a lot but did not attempt to jump away or scratch me. I was able to bathe him with ease. Afterwards I gave him lots of treats b/c he was such a good boy my baby 😊😊 THANK YOU for the tutorial !!!❤

  • @crazyAZNrae
    @crazyAZNrae 3 года назад +247

    Super misleading, lol 😅 how is your cat so chill?? My cat wouldnt shut up the whole time, his meows were bellowing, and he started to fight me after I rubbed the shampoo in... so rinsing thoroughly was HARD. 😫😭

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +62

      My cat tried killing me in the beginning too haha. So definitely empathize with you! I think me pouring water from the cup really help to bring their anxiety down. Before any sound of running water would bring the devil out inside them. And having them face forward most of the time prevented them from scratching me. I also tried to be as patient with each step so not to stress them out. And eventually they weren't afraid of the water anymore.
      Another thing I noticed that may have helped is that I let them watch me shower. I think the cats observed that if their parent was also getting a shower and no harm came to the parent, the water isn't too bad after all!
      I hope this helps! Trust me showering a cat is hard.

    • @crazyAZNrae
      @crazyAZNrae 3 года назад +12

      @@TheCatButler lol, nice.. gotta let my cat see me shower. That does make sense, but also makes me laugh 😆 Yeah... I might have to wait a while to try to get him to not be afraid.. this last attempt was very stressful on both of us. I might just let a professional do it if there's ever a next time. 😩 But your video was wonderful! Thank you!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +6

      @@crazyAZNrae So I made a part two on how to get you cat used to water. I hope this helps! ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html&lc=Ugz51UShqh34w2OMJnR4AaABAg

    • @monicaswavel6074
      @monicaswavel6074 3 года назад +8

      Looks like you got your cats used to bathing and clipping. Great job! I'm scared lol.

    • @monicaswavel6074
      @monicaswavel6074 3 года назад +3

      My dog and cats watch me bathe and shower so good. That's one step lol

  • @lettymertz9047
    @lettymertz9047 2 года назад +17

    You make it look so easy! My cats won’t even let me cut their nails, much less let me wet them and bathe them. I even have a mesh net thing to tie them up but they manage to get out of it too! You have such a sweet cat

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад +1

      Haha this video may help. Its how I got the use to water: ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html. My cats were definitely difficult in the beginning. I still have the scars on my hands. But through patience and the technique in the bathing video I was able to bathe them scratch free.
      You can also see how to lip your cats nails in this video: ruclips.net/video/m3aMxh4G9DM/видео.html
      Hope that helps!

    • @stevenhenry2940
      @stevenhenry2940 2 года назад

      Hello Letty how are you doing today

  • @rosemariescorner
    @rosemariescorner 2 года назад +24

    Your cat is so calm! My kitten is so terrified of water, even the sound of a running tap scares her but I’m planning on bathing her soon. Thanks for these tips!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад +2

      Hey so I made a follow up video on how I got them use to water: ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html
      Hope that helps as well!

    • @rosemariescorner
      @rosemariescorner 2 года назад +2

      @@TheCatButler will check it out, thanks

    • @kristajohnson9173
      @kristajohnson9173 Год назад

      Its a good idea to give a cat its first bath as a kitten, to get them used to it and keep them from being fearful. Just remember they typically don't need bathing at all, since they clean themselves. Only if they are extremely dirty, or can't do it themselves for whatever reason. Often it only becomes an issue when they get elderly, for indoor cats.

  • @brightstar4christ
    @brightstar4christ Год назад +2

    This helped immensely thank you so much! Got both cats washed and blow dried with no injuries! I never expected them to tolerate the blowdryer but they both enjoyed it after a little while! One was schmoozing my foot while I brushed and dried her. Now they're floofy and smell nice and no more bugs! Everyone wins! You rock! 😻😻

  • @tammincookson8631
    @tammincookson8631 2 года назад +139

    I tried this with my cats today and while they both still hate being bathed they didn't scratch and Scrabble as much as they do normally. I only came out with a few scratches this time instead of looking like I'd been through the wars 😂

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад +2

      Glad the video helped!

    • @hubija78
      @hubija78 2 года назад +4

      😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @i.widiastuti8718
    @i.widiastuti8718 Год назад +5

    thank you so much! with your video as a guide, I had succeed bathing my cat for the first time today! he moved around a little but not grumpy at all when I washed him. he’s a bit cranky as I towel-dried him, but with creamy treats and small portion of food as reward, we’re both happy!

  • @AmberyTear
    @AmberyTear 2 года назад +7

    I just bought a handheld showerhead, a long hose and water suppressor that allows to control water flow making it not loud and scary for cats. A much recommended solution. It also makes rinsing the bathtub easy after you clean it.

  • @NyttAura
    @NyttAura 3 года назад +47

    Awesome video! My cat is 6 years old and has never had a bath before, and also DESPISES water. This gave me so me some good tips to keep somewhat calm, and if I die in the process thank you forthe enjoyable video. 😁😂

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад

      I am glad that the video helped!

    • @4leafclover202
      @4leafclover202 2 года назад

      How’d it go?

    • @4leafclover202
      @4leafclover202 2 года назад

      It’s been 7 months, I guess you died

    • @rajatbhat7799
      @rajatbhat7799 2 года назад +6

      ​@@4leafclover202 I think the human died while trying to make the cat take a bath. F in the chat Box ,boys and gals

    • @Ava-tf1wn
      @Ava-tf1wn 2 года назад +1

      F

  • @ForenzaAudio
    @ForenzaAudio 2 года назад +2

    Just reporting back. She took it really well! A bit of splashing everywhere when she was done but no scratching attempts! Just lots of noisey disaprovals when hinds had to be done! I lived!

  • @milothecat8476
    @milothecat8476 2 года назад +25

    Thank you so much my cat had its first bath today and I came out scratch free ❤️😻😸

  • @melissagreen_
    @melissagreen_ 3 года назад +12

    Perfect, this is truly the best and kindest way to bathe a cat, so many ppl get it wrong and try to immerse the cat in the bath and then wonder why it ends up a disaster! Well done. Subbed.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад

      Thank you for the kind words! Appreciate the support :)

    • @stevenhenry2940
      @stevenhenry2940 2 года назад

      Hello Melissa how are you doing today

  • @CatCovidUn
    @CatCovidUn 3 года назад +9

    I struggle bathing my cats as they grow bigger and stronger. I usually bath them with warm water when they were small. Thanks for sharing. You encourage me to bathe them again

  • @shineott5529
    @shineott5529 3 года назад +13

    How obedient she is ...so cute

  • @reekhavoc2932
    @reekhavoc2932 Год назад +2

    What an adorable calm kitty 😢 she trusts you so much!

  • @critfiend4736
    @critfiend4736 3 года назад +7

    Just did this, did not go this easily but got a lot from this that I would’ve been screwed without knowing. Thx man

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +1

      No worries I am glad it helped. Definitely requires patience! Sometimes it doesn’t work on the first time right away. My cats took probably about three times and this technique scared them the least

  • @heersrivastava2635
    @heersrivastava2635 3 года назад +31

    My cat loves water. He is an 18yr old Russian Blue. Always playing in the fountain.

  • @brodi-liciousdre9319
    @brodi-liciousdre9319 2 года назад +68

    I got lucky and have a Maine Coon! He's attracted to water and is so calm during them ( usually)! But yes, he's still a kitty and is done when he's done! 😸

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад +1

      Maine Coons are beautiful!

    • @traceynicholson6774
      @traceynicholson6774 2 года назад

      I have a maine coon she lives water under her terms but if I go near her to wash her she turns into saten 😈😼 😂😂

    • @BE74297
      @BE74297 2 года назад

      @@TheCatButler Many white cats love water. Look up the swimming cats of Lake Van in Turkey. White cats with one green eye and one blue eye. You can see your cat is enjoying the water, much more than most and would love to have the tub partially full of water for swimming.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад

      @@BE74297 My cats are not vans tho, they are purebred ragdoll cats. Its a breed developed in America. And they scratched me often till I was able to find a bathing technique that calmed them down. My cats have blue eyes not green.

  • @TravelinFolkie
    @TravelinFolkie 2 года назад +3

    Just did this with my gf's and my cat. Worked so well. No scratching at all. He did try to escape, but he was so calm when I brought him back.

  • @itsnellmarie
    @itsnellmarie 9 месяцев назад

    So glad I came across this video. We are new cat parents and rescued a kitty from a shelter and need to give him a bath. We would have done it all wrong without this video. Thank you!

  • @lwashingtongirl2989
    @lwashingtongirl2989 Год назад +2

    I just washed my two kittens (3 and 6 months) using this awesome walkthrough! Thank you! Way easier than turning into hamburger arms!

  • @jordanuwu1890
    @jordanuwu1890 2 года назад +10

    A good way to get cats to not be so angry during bathing is to start when they are young and reward them with treats afterward! (rewarding with treats for good behavior is how we got our cats to stop being so scratchy or squabbly during baths)

  • @kd4465
    @kd4465 3 года назад +174

    This was really informative and detailed, thank you! Your kitten is beautiful

  • @ghostchild5787
    @ghostchild5787 2 года назад +3

    I did this method and my cat dad so good for me for her first time!! Thank you so much!!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад

      I am glad it worked! Congratulations!

  • @allegri9cl
    @allegri9cl 2 года назад +2

    Such well mannered kitty you got. Just showered my kitty as he got dirty and poor boy he got scared, heartbeat racing and clinging onto my top.

  • @d.d.ucheabba5461
    @d.d.ucheabba5461 6 месяцев назад +14

    Year:2024. Sir, I chided my husband that this would never work with feral kittens, I owe him and you an apology. Thank you for making this video, this method did work for us so well. Lord be praised.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  6 месяцев назад +2

      Haha no worries! I posted this video so I can help others after I figured it out how to stop my cats from scratching me to death haha.

    • @devonremy6581
      @devonremy6581 5 месяцев назад

      @d.d.ucheabba5461
      Bless your heart for taking in the ferals! 💜

  • @gall7402
    @gall7402 2 года назад +7

    I just bathed my cat and it was hard, but we managed! This was quite helpful

  • @inessilveira1385
    @inessilveira1385 3 года назад +6

    Recently adopted a 5yo cat. She hates water. Can't wait for the first bath lol

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад

      The first time usually is the hardest! definitely go slow

  • @cyruscalixlopez6574
    @cyruscalixlopez6574 3 года назад +5

    We just have a rescued cat last June 2nd. Hubby rescued him from the street near his work place. it's raining that day and he had a hard time rescuing the kitty coz he's so aggressive. Don't know how months he is but he's not that small anymore but not too big.😄
    1st day at home he's kinda scary cat, we can't go near him, so aggressive,or he's just afraid of the new environment he has, can't touch him coz everytime he sees our hand he tries to scratch and bites us foreal. But now, 2nd day at home, he likes to be pet.😊
    A bit nervous/panic sometimes when there is a noise even just a bit of noise somewhere near him..😆
    We'll try to do this steps, planning to bathe him today. Hope he won't get mad.😬😄 Thank you very much for the tips 🤗

  • @mesugo
    @mesugo Год назад +6

    This is the most thorough, adorable cat bath video ever!

  • @everywhere3301
    @everywhere3301 3 года назад +63

    When I wipe my cat with those pet clean wipes she acts like I’m murdering her 🙄

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +2

      Yeah it does requires patience! Mine had to be slowly trained to be accepting of a shower

  • @Shenanigans_333
    @Shenanigans_333 Год назад +5

    Thank you for the tips! My cat has an underlying smell of tobacco from her last home - so we are going to try to bathe her!

  • @katrinalim8790
    @katrinalim8790 2 года назад +6

    Aw! So calm & well-behaved. About to give my kitty a bath now 😅

  • @justdominos153
    @justdominos153 2 года назад +4

    just bathed my cat for the first time and this video helped out a lot, great work!

  • @zekeausnoell3163
    @zekeausnoell3163 3 месяца назад

    My cat is still really young and this was my first time actually giving her a bath. The method of putting the water in a bucket and pouring it on her with a cup really helped, if I hadn't watched this I probably would have more scratches on me than I ended up with.

  • @StennettPierceCrew
    @StennettPierceCrew 9 месяцев назад +1

    Usmc towel was the first thing i really noticed. It just rang inside of me because im an Army vet and respect that such a hardcore person as a us Marine is so careful with their kittens. It shows that even though youre a Marine. Youre a person and a good person for caring for your animals so gently. Alot of people think of marines as these big hard mean guys and really it just shows how awesome you are man. Bad ass enough to be a marine but gentle enough to bathe a kitten as calmly as that. Thats crazy skills 👍🏻 thanks for the tips too. Not running water next time i bathe my cat. Bucket and cup is so smart.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  9 месяцев назад

      Yes people have a wrong impression of us marines sometimes haha. Wish you the best of luck with your kitty!

  • @habibaawan2372
    @habibaawan2372 3 года назад +25

    Your cat is sooooo calm during bath mine will never stay at one place keep trying to escape

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +8

      Yeah my cats were very scared in the beginning as well. I think in addition to using the method in the video. I also let them watch me shower every day. I thought if they saw the parent shower they might think it’s safe and water isn’t too bad after all! I think that helped with their anxiety

  • @Ghosty_B0o
    @Ghosty_B0o 2 года назад +15

    I should've watched this BEFORE I gave my cat a bath. She's vnever had one before and was COVERRED in soot. I wasn't scratched, she didn't really struggle too much, but I feel bad for her now🥺

  • @waynezhang6187
    @waynezhang6187 2 года назад +4

    The cat's face looks so relaxed! 1:23

  • @jeremy49988
    @jeremy49988 2 года назад +1

    I'm going to share this in the comments section of a few other videos having clips of people traumatizing their cats bathing them in hopes they will pay attention. I don't generally advise bathing unless there is a reason. My vet had me use flea combs regularly to remove any loose fur especially as they became elderly, to avoid excess ingestion of fur. Great video though.

  • @Miraclewillhappen2024
    @Miraclewillhappen2024 Год назад

    I saw a cat in a outside cafe....I like it so I brought it home...its my first to have pets ...and I have to shower it after work...so I needed that video thanks

  • @tahreem9918
    @tahreem9918 3 года назад +24

    Your cat is so calm mine runs away with first splash of water

  • @SkyTheChipmunk
    @SkyTheChipmunk 3 года назад +4

    OMG Your cat is an angel!!!!!

  • @TheClaireAnnette
    @TheClaireAnnette 3 года назад +18

    Oh my God, thank you! Do you think sponge bathing a cat is decent way to start prepping them for actual baths?

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +2

      Hey Claire! Thanks for the kind words. I think sponge bathing is a good idea to prep them for the baths! I also made a follow up video on how to get your cat used to water. Sometimes some cats can be really scared of water and you need to ease them into it. Here is the video: ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html
      I hope it helps!

    • @TheClaireAnnette
      @TheClaireAnnette 3 года назад

      @@linuswang6572 Trust me, I have since learned from Jackson Galaxy to not do this. I just forgot this comment existed.

  • @syedmohsin816
    @syedmohsin816 2 года назад +1

    What a bath friendly cat 🥺🥲

  • @tyrantcomics7062
    @tyrantcomics7062 Год назад +2

    Semi worked on my cat. Didn't get clawed, and i cleaned a majority of the issue, im calling that a win! Thankfully as is she can handle the rest

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  Год назад

      That is awesome! I am glad you didn't get hurt!

  • @jocelynncampana8084
    @jocelynncampana8084 2 года назад +6

    I always put in a chair and put my cat or dog on top of the chair, this way they don't feel too overwhelmed or overpowered and get hostile, then I begin the shower process by lathering them up in pet shampoo and rinse with a cup. Always works.

  • @brucewayne3406
    @brucewayne3406 3 года назад +16

    THANK YOU for such a wonderful video! So detailed and well thought out. I was able to survive giving my cats a bath.

  • @fryelogan3483
    @fryelogan3483 2 года назад +7

    At 1:08 when he said "step 1 is to trim your cat's nails" -- I cannot stress that enough. My cat would saw me in half!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад +1

      YES! You want to disarm your cat from its weapons before attempting death haha

  • @snehamoitra6299
    @snehamoitra6299 Год назад

    Your Cat is so relaxed. MINE GETS CRAZY

  • @mariamzaki2785
    @mariamzaki2785 2 года назад +1

    Sir, you have done a very good job raising these cats. I, on the contrary, have done a horrible job! These baths should be easy when you have a calm, well behaved cat. Mine would scream at the top of his lungs throughout the whole thing like he is being abducted, try to scratch the soul out of me, keeps running in the bathroom and banging on the door with his paws, then when we're finished and he's out, he wouldn't speak to me for 3 days afterwards.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад

      That was actually my cat in the beginning when I was not doing it right haha. I found this technique made them less stressed and I got them use to water as well in this video: ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html
      I don't get scratched anymore
      Hope that helps!

  • @user-kj7xb9hs8g
    @user-kj7xb9hs8g 3 года назад +11

    This helped a lot! My kitten is a stray our neighbor who keeps them outside let’s us keep one of their kittens we chose her but she wasn’t trained at all we’re still training her to use the litter but shes needs a bath really badly so this helped a lot!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +2

      I am glad the video helped. And you are angel taking care of that kitten :)

  • @zhaneempress5529
    @zhaneempress5529 3 года назад +5

    I found that putting my hand around the back of my cats neck/upper back and push down on her as she tries to jump out of the tub very easy now……not forcing my on her hard or hurting her!!!! It’s like pushing her body towards the ground but not really if I’m making sense 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

  • @olgamk444
    @olgamk444 3 года назад +4

    Cool ! Merci !!! You have probably just saved several human lives😊☺️😉🙃😇

  • @theheirsdaughter5776
    @theheirsdaughter5776 Год назад +1

    Thank you so much for this, Ive been meaning to rebathe and flea treat my orange little devil I have and your methods helped me not get clawed and bloody. I am going to be the best cat Butlar now cause of you

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  Год назад

      Glad the video was helpful! Give your orange little devil pets for me :D

  • @Hashashin_Fidayin
    @Hashashin_Fidayin Год назад

    Thank you for this, best cat bath video out there.
    Just had the best cat bath experience of my life, and first ever not being scratched.
    Me and my Cat thank you!

  • @eztrellalinda4162
    @eztrellalinda4162 3 года назад +5

    i just got a kitten about three weeks ago and bathed her as soon as I brought her home, she did not like it lol, I'm going to take her one today and I hope this works! your cat is so calm

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад

      Yeah my cat use to really dislike water, but I was to slowly make them appreciate it. I made a follow up video on how I got them use to water. Hope it helps and good luck!
      ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html

  • @sadiakhann
    @sadiakhann 3 года назад +8

    I used to wear gloves while giving my kitten a shower in fear that she would bite or scratch me and it would end up taking us an hour in the washroom. Turns out she hates the gloves and now whenever I give her a shower without them it takes ~20 minutes. I used leather winter gloves but I found out that my sister would use them at night (God knows what she would do to her with them). When I found out that my sister was using my gloves, I switched to plastic disposable gloves but I think my kitten just associates the texture of anything touching her that is not our bare hand as a red flag.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад

      That is good advice! Thanks for sharing :)

  • @zainebtahir5307
    @zainebtahir5307 3 года назад +3

    Bathing my cat is like war, so thank you so much this video helped me a lot. 😄

  • @normabell3205
    @normabell3205 9 месяцев назад

    These cats are so calm, let's hope my cat will as calm when I give him a bath! Thank you or this video!

  • @Nehellenia90
    @Nehellenia90 Год назад +2

    Thanks so much for this video. Just washed mine and he was definitely calmer. 3 churo and some dreamies later he s on my lap getting brushed:)

  • @blisswkc3344
    @blisswkc3344 3 года назад +5

    Thank y'all so much dearest 🌹
    Y'all such an inspiration 🥰
    Appreciate y'all from the bottom of my heart 💖
    Be Blissful Eternally 🙏👼🌈

  • @stephanginther9051
    @stephanginther9051 3 года назад +4

    My stepmother had a kitten that never learned to groom properly and the little devil liked to dive into her dirt pile after she was done sweeping, role around a bit then tare around the house dirtying it up again. It was a game he played every time she got the broom. If she got the dirt in the dust pan, he'd sit in that and refuse to move until she dumped him out. Lol, it was his way of screwing with mamma but it also meant he needed a bath almost daily since once again, he didn't groom himself. They found another home for him when they moved and couldn't take him with for various reasons. He's no doubt still up to his old tricks.

  • @helenjtweller5636
    @helenjtweller5636 Год назад +5

    Thanks for your video, I so appreciate your tips, next bath for my Rico should be a better experience. Your cats are adorable 😊

  • @totallydomestic433
    @totallydomestic433 Год назад

    What was the bucket of water for?
    I use a hand held scalp scrubber that helps them because they feel they are getting brushed
    It really relaxes them. I bathe them in my large kitchen sink.
    They will not tolerate a hair drier either.
    I have 2 precious Ragdolls and a Himalayan.
    Himalayan’s hair is more silky & almost never forms matts.
    But Ragdolls have the sweetest personalities.
    I am subscribing. I love your videos! You are so patient.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  Год назад

      Hey good question! The bucket was to not have running water. My cats were scratching me when I had the faucet on. So I filled the bucket before hand and took a cup to scoop water out. Here is the tool I use to bathe them now: How to Dry a Cat Quickly After a Bath (PETKIT Air Salon Max) | The Cat Butler
      ruclips.net/video/MjLglnUgp-I/видео.html

  • @samanthanicole5998
    @samanthanicole5998 Год назад +1

    This was exactly what I needed. Amazing, my kitten is now ready for his bath. Thnx so much

  • @samodamaduranga6139
    @samodamaduranga6139 3 года назад +11

    cats like bathing like we love to pay taxes 😂💔

  • @HayLeesHomeMade
    @HayLeesHomeMade 3 года назад +11

    Any suggestions on how to get your cat to stay calm during the nail trim? My mom and i both know how to do it properly, but she (the cat) acts as though she's being murdered when we make any attempt to trim the talons

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +6

      Hey! So I usually try to associate nail trimming with a positive experience. It usually ends in their favorite treat and starts with a good massage to relax them. You can massage them near the neck and underneath the chin. That should calm them down a bit.
      Now in terms of the technique try to have the cats back towards you so its harder for them to scratch you. In terms of tools, get a good nail clipper that is sharp so cutting is quick and easy since that is all the time your kitty would give you haha.
      Doing it when they are sleepy will also help and they are less likely to be aggressive. Let me know if that helps!

    • @andasalgau2648
      @andasalgau2648 3 года назад +1

      I always trim my cat’s nails when she is sleeping .. she has never resisted me

  • @imeshudawela9592
    @imeshudawela9592 3 года назад +4

    thanks for the tutorial! my cat is very old and has a hard time grooming herself so this is very helpful!

  • @ElleKBee
    @ElleKBee 2 месяца назад

    The cutest cats I have ever seen

  • @charlescooper8394
    @charlescooper8394 2 года назад +1

    1:23. The cat's face looks so relaxed! I cant believe it.

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад

      Hey so I think the technique helped because he would use to scratch me. I also got them use to water. Here is the video how I did it: ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html

  • @Phoenix197
    @Phoenix197 3 года назад +12

    Love your kitties. Great video!

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  3 года назад +5

      Thank you so much! Let me know if their any other videos you like to see

  • @chrismichailidis9093
    @chrismichailidis9093 3 года назад +6

    I should bring my cat here; if you manage to complete any of these operations I will be amazed! (Btw adorable kitten-I enjoyed the video!!!!!) :-)

  • @nottydotty45
    @nottydotty45 3 года назад +28

    My cat would kill me if I tried to give her a bath....maybe it depends on the breed...mine is a tortoiseshell 16 lb cat and she runs the show, not me LOL

    • @amberfulford267
      @amberfulford267 3 года назад

      I have a tortoiseshell too! And she barely likes being picked up let alone a bath lol 😂 it's not happening lol

  • @Gigi_DandysW0rld1
    @Gigi_DandysW0rld1 10 месяцев назад +1

    Cats are my favorite animals, and this video is really helpful. Thank you, and btw those cats are so cute!

  • @tanyatreviranus4053
    @tanyatreviranus4053 8 месяцев назад +1

    Incredible! My elderly beloved cat 🐈‍⬛ that usually scratches with baths is now purring throughout the experience. I also provide cat treats.

  • @Hubbabubbamamma
    @Hubbabubbamamma 2 года назад +3

    They are absolutely beautiful and my daughter does the same trimming first before her five sphinx cats get their bath I under their head and believe that I like to have my little girl soak in her tub so that the dirt particles are loosened and away from the areas that’ll be cutting I feel like gives me less risk of her having an infection even though I’m not going to be cutting her a lot of debris does go up underneath her cuticles and I have to use a silicone toothbrush with her nail cleaner so basically she gets a manicure I guess but if you didn’t trim your cats nails before the bath it would be a bloodbath for you

  • @Jeremiahsmoore
    @Jeremiahsmoore 3 года назад +4

    My cat scratched me up so good, but this video helped

  • @KrystalStarzers
    @KrystalStarzers 2 года назад +4

    Last month I gave my cat Smokey (who doesn’t like water and gets very dirty ALOT and doesn’t clean herself because she to chunky lol)and it was a WRECK!so I might give her a bath this month and hope it helps thx

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  2 года назад +1

      You can also check this video out, its how I got them use to water: ruclips.net/video/tcaJgnAm6pk/видео.html
      Hope that helps!

  • @Bong_kittens
    @Bong_kittens Год назад +1

    Thanks man. I tried first time with my two kittens. Worked wonderfully well. 97 percent time they were okay. Never expected them to co-operate. However we have to close the bathroom door from Inside. 😊

    • @TheCatButler
      @TheCatButler  Год назад

      Tanika I am so glad it went off without a hitch!

  • @suzystone4270
    @suzystone4270 2 месяца назад

    Thank you for your RUclips channel! We recently adopted a kitten from shelter and watching your videos really helped! I was wondering how often is good to bathe a cat? how often do you bath your cats? There are some people against it my I feel like our little kitten needs it! He gets smelly pretty quick!