Fluffy cat - dirty bum

[pinkpixie83]

Have spoken to the vet and they've suggested dealing with it myself!!

It appears she was taken away from mum a bit early and isn't great on cleaning down there!

Do I wash or trim? What's the easiest and less painful route? If it makes any difference I'm the only adult!

[Toddlerteaplease]

Trim it. One of my long hairs had a dirty bum last week and I took her to the vet who happily cleaned her up and trimmed her bum. My girls will sit beautifully still at the vets rather than it being a battle of wills at home. So for me it worth the small amount they charge for it.

[Toddlerteaplease]

I'm on my own and although mine are very good. It would definitely be a two Person job!

[pinkpixie83]

I did ask at the vet but they suggested I should do it at home - going to have to give it a go aren't I?

[RubbishMantra]

You could always book her in with a groomer, for a hygiene cut.

If you DIY, don't use scissors, and ensure the trimmer has a guard on it. Cats' skin is really delicate, and they don't show pain like humans do.

[Toddlerteaplease]

Find a vet that will do it. No reason why they shouldn't. Or yes find a groomer. Mine have one.

[StillMedusa]

I trim my cats bum fur (Maine Coons and VERY fluffy bums).Not too short as I don't want to risk cutting them but down to an inch or so. I do it when they are asleep :D

I have shampooed them before now but believe me, trimming is easier (and less painful..for you!)

[FuzzyWizard]

I have a Maine Coon and she has a ridiculously fluffy rear end. Trimming is definitely easier than cleaning although mine generally keeps herself clean without intervention from me. When she's had a bad tummy (or managed to sit on a plate with a sticky chilli jam on) cutting it out was far easier than washing it out. I also keep some pure water baby wipes just in case.