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The care of the Sphynx is not unlike the
care required by all cats. They require lots of affection, attention
and regular claws clipping.
One thing Sphynx require that other normal coated breeds do not is regular
bathing, ear and claw sheath cleaning.
When bathing a Sphynx, I use a rubber mat in the sink to let the cat feel
secure and sure-footed. Run the water slightly warmer than the cats
body temperature.
I use my double kitchen sink, one side for bathing and one side for rinsing.
Pre-fill sinks with 2-3 inches of warm water. Slowly place the cat on the mat in the
sink.
Being careful not to get water into
their ears, wash the face with a soft, warm, wet,
washcloth. Wet down cat.
Most cats don't like the sound of or the feeling of running water.
Soap / lather up the cat, remembering to
do the belly, arm pits, between he legs and toes.
I use dish soap, as it is mild on
skin yet it cuts the grease.
Then rinse, and then rinsed again in the
second sink of clean fresh water.
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To clean their ears, I use a product I get from my vet called EPI-OTIC.
This is a drying agent, as we do not want to put moisture in the ear, as that would
promote bacterial or fungus growth. I administer 3 drops in each ear and
massage the outside of the ear base. Allow a minute for the cat to shake their head
and loosen debris. Gently using a Q-tip, swipe out all visible debris. Finish with wiping the
interior of the ear with a baby wipe.
To clean the claw and sheath, gently
massage the extended claw and exposed claw sheath folds with a baby wipe.
I suggest ears claws and sheaths should be maintained weekly.
Bathing as needed.
Supplies:
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Rubber mat
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Towel
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Soft face cloth
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Dish soap
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Q-Tips
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Baby Wipes
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EPI-OTIC ear cleaner
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Nail Clippers
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