Cats are considered the cleanest pets. No other pet takes such zealous care of itself, and there are many popular beliefs associated with the procedure itself.
Sometimes it happens that the habit of washing has nothing to do with cleanliness or with guests approaching the threshold.
We will tell you what may be the reason for cats’ habit of thoroughly licking their fur.
1. Not just cleanliness. By licking itself, the cat improves thermoregulation. Due to the evaporation of moisture, the body temperature decreases.
2. The cat may not like the smell that its fur has absorbed after it has sat on a person's lap or been petted by a scented hand.
3. Instinct kicks in. By licking itself and grooming its fur, the cat tries to protect itself from enemies, and after that, the animal's fur doesn't get so wet.
4. Cleanliness can explain the habit of washing after eating, going to the litter box or bathing in the bath.
5. But if your pet spends more time on itself than it seems, bites itself and scratches itself, and against this background its fur begins to fall out, it’s time to plan a visit to the veterinarian.
The cause may be allergies, other skin irritations, parasites, and even stress.
And lastly, cats are especially careful about their fur during the shedding period, so your worries may be in vain.
