How soon after mating can a cat be bathed?
📅
👁 4800 views 💬 43 replies Daily Care
A
Expert Answer
A female cat should not be bathed right after mating; if very dirty, wait 2-3 days. Her vagina is still sensitive then, and bathing can cause infection and lower mating success, so wait 2-3 days. A male can bathe immediately, but the owner should control water temperature and dry the coat well after to prevent chills.