Shampoos and conditioners
Sometimes you can't avoid it, and your cat needs to be washed. Whether it's because she carelessly walked under a parked car or had other 'accidents,' has a skin issue, or needs to look her best for a show, if your cat needs to be washed, it's best to use a nourishing cat shampoo. Pharmacy4pets offers a wide range of cat shampoos, conditioners, and even dry shampoos that don't require rinsing.
But don't cats dislike water?
It's true that most cats aren't thrilled about getting wet. However, they are naturally good swimmers! Some breeds even love water. The Maine Coon, Turkish Van, Norwegian Forest Cat, and Bengal have no problem with a bit of water fun!
What is the best cat shampoo?
The best shampoo for your cat depends on her skin and coat, as well as the reason for the bath. If you just want a fresh-smelling cat with a soft, shiny, and pleasant-smelling coat from time to time, you'll need a different shampoo than if your cat has skin issues or allergies. Pharmacy4pets offers both general-use cat shampoos and professional shampoos that help with itching, antibacterial shampoos, and anti-dandruff shampoos for excessive flaking.
Cat shampoo for a clean and shiny coat
A good basic shampoo for cats is Bogacare Shampoo Soft & Sensitive. If your cat has sensitive skin, the extra nourishing cat shampoos Douxo Care and DermAllay Sensitive are excellent choices. For cats that hate water, Allerderm Foam is the solution: this dry shampoo, suitable for cats with sensitive skin or even allergies, does not need to be rinsed out!
Shampoo for cats with skin problems
Skin issues often require a multi-faceted approach, such as using medication for itching, antibiotics, ointment, fish oil, and/or special diet food. Shampoo can also be part of the treatment for skin problems. Skin issues in cats can vary greatly. Very dry skin, for example, needs different care than allergic or inflamed skin.
Shampoo for itching or allergies
Itching can be caused by many different factors, but it often occurs in cats with atopy or food sensitivities. In addition to the previously mentioned measures, shampoo can help relieve your cat's itching. Examples of shampoos for itching and allergies include Allermyl Shampoo, DermAllay Oatmeal Shampoo, DermAllay Oatmeal Conditioner, and Douxo Calm. Douxo Calm is also available as a mousse that does not need to be rinsed out.
Antibacterial shampoos
Bacterial skin infections or yeast overgrowth are much less common in cats than in dogs. If it does occur, an antibacterial shampoo like Douxo Pyo (also available as a mousse that doesn't need rinsing) can help control recurring infections.
Shampoos for dry or oily skin with dandruff
Some skin conditions result in excessive or insufficient sebum production with many flakes. A special "anti-dandruff shampoo" like Douxo S3 Seb can help regulate sebum production. However, a more common cause of excessive flaking in cats is the Cheyletiella mite, also known as "walking dandruff." This requires a different treatment, such as Stronghold.
We are happy to help you achieve a clean cat with a well-groomed, shiny coat!
If you have any questions about our products or are unsure which shampoo is best for your cat, please contact us.
