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Cat Bathing Instructions, Part I

  1. Place a rubber mat in a large sink. The mat will give the cat a secure footing on which to stand.
  2. Gather your supplies. Brush the cat's coat before bathing to remove any dead hair and to locate (and remove) any tangles.
  3. Apply a drop of mineral oil to the corner of each eye, to keep out soap.
  4. Fill the sink with warm water; 101.4 F (38.5 C), the standard feline body temperature, is ideal.
  5. Holding the cat firmly, submerge it in the sink up to its shoulders, until the coat is completely soaked. Reassure the feline. If the cat becomes extremely agitated and/or panics, discontinue procedure immediately.

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Quirk BooksThe Cat Owner's Manual is a basic guide to cat care.
The book was written by a celebrated veterinarian and an acclaimed author. It provides cat owners with well-researched and helpful information presented in a lighthearted manner. The creators chose to write the book in a style similar to what you'd find in "operating instructions" for a car or computer. Of course they--and we--respect the fact that our beloved pets are not products or machines!