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Many cats go their whole lives without anyone ever taking the time to brush them, trim their nails, or give them a bath. But even if your cat is not the high-maintenance pedigreed type with the long, silky hair, helping him with his grooming offers several benefits to you, as

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Many cats go their whole lives without anyone ever taking the time to brush them, trim their nails, or give them a bath. But even if your cat is not the high-maintenance pedigreed type with the long, silky hair, helping him with his grooming offers several benefits to you, as well.

1) Smell: Most cats do not smell all that bad, but some, including unneutered males, can become a little offensive sometimes. Long-haired cats can get urine and feces in their fur sometimes, which is uncomfortable and unhealthy for both of you.

2) Shedding: Any fur you catch in a cat brush will not end up on your clothes, your sofa, or your dinner. Of course, even if you brush your cat regularly, there is still a certain amount of fur that finds itself on your things. But that just goes with owning a cat.

3) Hairballs: Although more of a problem with long-haired cats, no one likes to hear a gurgling cat, then step on a coughed-up mess in bare feet. Regular brushing keeps the volume of hair your cat swallows while grooming himself down to a minimum.

4) Bonding: Although some cats do not like you to help them groom at first, if you are persistent and give lots of praise, your cat will eventually enjoy the time you spend grooming him.

5) Money: Good grooming saves you money in a couple of ways: By keeping his claws in good shape, your cat will not need to scratch as much. This will save you money by not having to replace things your cat destroys.

Paying attention to your cat’s body could also alert you to health issues he may have, and allow you to get them treated earlier. Cats get lumps and bumps, or even open sores, that need to be attended to.

6) Allergies: Good grooming, with regular baths, can help allergy sufferers cope with their pets. Some cats have allergies as well, and your attention to his grooming makes his life more comfortable too.

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