cATS NEED bATHS?

THE TRUTH ABOUT CAT GROOMING

MYTHS vs facts

MYTH

Cats groom themselves, they dont need baths.

FACTS

Self-grooming removes loose debris but not oils, dandruff, or bacteria. Regular bathing keeps skin healthy and reduces shedding and odors.

MYTH

Cats hate being wet and it is cruel

to bathe them.

FACTS

With proper handling and conditioning, most cats tolerate bathing very well. Skilled groomers keep the process calm, safe, and low-stress.

A full blow-dry and brush afterward prevents mats caused by wet fur and leaves cats clean, fresh, and comfortable.

MYTH

Fish oil can eliminate a cat’s dandruff

FACTS

Healthy feline skin comes from removing excess oils and bacteria. Regular bathing balances skin and improves coat health better than supplements to an already healthy diet.

MYTH

Hairballs are only managed with diet or medication.

FACTS

Most hairballs come from swallowed loose fur. Professional bathing and combing remove that excess coat before cats ingest it.

MYTH

Brushing alone prevents mats

FACTS

Bathing and thorough drying remove oils that cause fur to clump and tangle, making them the most effective way to prevent mats.

Severe matting can restrict movement and harm skin. In many cases, shaving a pelted coat is the safest way to give a cat a fresh start

MYTH

All pet grooming is the same

FACTS

Cats are not small dogs. Purrvana Chicago’s groomers have received training from the National Cat Grooming Institute to provide unparalleled care, unique to your cat.

We offer a range of grooming services tailored to enhance the health and beauty of your beloved pets.

With 25 years of veterinary experience, our team is well-equipped to handle a variety of feline temperaments.

At Purrvana, we strongly advocate for maintaining a regular grooming schedule in order to promote the best overall health for your feline family members. As such, when a previous full service groom was performed 6 weeks or less ago, cats can receive a complimentary additional pampering or set of front nail caps depending on owner preference.

We pride ourselves in only using products that have been designed and tested to be safe for cats, please let us know if your kitty has any known allergies or sensitivities

If you're unsure how your cat may respond, please don't hesitate to reach out; we're happy to discuss it further!