Grooming isn’t just about looking good. It is an opportunity to strengthen the emotional bond with your cat. It is also great for health screening to help you catch potential health issues early when they are easiest to treat. And for some cat breeds, regular grooming is essential to preventing health problems. But no matter what your reason for making regular grooming a part of your routine, the right tool will make the job easier. These are our top picks of the highest rated and reviewed cat grooming tools for the most common DIY cat grooming tasks.
Fur and Skin Care
The Safari Self Cleaning Flicker Brush
The self-cleaning design makes grooming a breeze. Regular brushing reduces shedding, removes tangles and mats, helps prevent hairballs, and enhance the natural luster of your cat’s coat. 5/5 stars!
A must-have for medium to long haired cats like Persians, Himalayans, Ragdolls, and Maine Coons that are prone to matts. It has a 6-tooth side for working out tangles and an 11-tooth side for thinning fur. 5/5 stars!
This fun, fish-shaped curry brush grooms, cleans and massages your cat all at once. The soft, rubber tips help remove dead skin and loose fur without pulling your cat’s hair. It gently massages your cat’s skin when used dry and helps lather shampoo during baths for a deep clean your cat will love. 5/5 stars!
Ear and Eye Care
ZYMOX Advanced Enzymatic Ear Wipes
Keep kitty’s ears clean and odor-free with these hypoallergenic and non-irritating wipes. Each easy grip wipe is formulated with Aloe Vera to help soothe and menthyl lactate to help calm irritated skin. They’re fragrance free, dye free, free of harsh chemicals, and detergents. 5/5 stars!
Bundle: Optixcare cleaner and wipes
This is a very effective cleaner and wipe combination for ocular secretions, crusty debris and irritants! Since it’s ultra-gentle, it’s ideal for everyday use to help prevent the buildup that can turn into stains. A must-have for white and light colored cats with eye secretions. 5/5 stars!
Paw and Nail Care
If your favorite feline has rough, scratchy paw pads and beans, this all natural paw butter will safely and gently moisturizes your them back to velvety paw-fection. Individually handcrafted with rich butters and oils in northern Minnesota, USA.
5/5 stars!
Necoichi Purrcision Cat Nail Clippers
Say goodbye to stressful nail trimming sessions with Necoichi Purrcision Cat Nail Clippers! These high-quality, stainless steel clippers are crafted in Seki City, Japan. With blades that are 30% thinner than conventional clippers, you can easily see the quick and avoid cutting your feline’s nails too short. The ultra-sharp edges ensure a clean cut every time, while the cushioned, non-slip handles provide comfort and control for pet parents. Plus, the cute paw print and cat head silhouette design add a touch of fun to the grooming routine. 5/5 stars!
Teeth Care
Bundle VirbacCET Enzymatic Poultry Flavor Toothpaste and Dual Head Toothbrush
This bundle is PURR-FECT! The C.E.T. Toothpaste is specially formulated to be safe and effective for your pet and it has a yummy poultry flavor your cat will love. It contains C.E.T. dual enzymes to inhibit the formation of plaque and it’s 100% free from foaming agents, so it’s meant to be swallowed. Simply apply the toothpaste to either the large or small end of the Virbac C.E.T. Pet Toothbrush and brush away. You’ll love the way the unique reverse angle on the brush helps you get to those hard-to-reach areas!
Want more information on How and Why to groom your cat?
https://www.rspca.org.uk/adviceandwelfare/pets/cats/health/grooming
https://www.aspca.org/pet-care/cat-care/cat-grooming-tips
https://www.purina.co.uk/articles/cats/health/daily-care/grooming-your-cat
