The overall condition of your cat’s skin, coat, and ears serves as a reliable indicator of its well-being. A vibrant, healthy coat is characterized by a shiny, smooth texture, free from dullness, grease, or flakes. Similarly, healthy skin is supple, well-hydrated, and free from redness, grease, or flakes. Clear, cerumen-free ears that are neither red nor itchy also contribute to a cat’s overall health. Several factors, both internal and external, influence the appearance and texture of your pet’s fur, skin, and ears:
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The general condition of your pet's skin, coat and ears are good indicators of its health. When health and diet will influence your pet's skin & ear from inside, regular skin & ear care will protect it from the outside.
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Key Points
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The Cat’s Health
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A cat's health is evident through its coat, skin, and ears. Factors such as the ext...
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Why
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Establishing a routine is pivotal for your cat's well-being, either to keep their s...
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What to Use
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Selecting the right products tailored to your cat’s needs ensures a customised and ...
Coat, skin & ear appearance
Inside the body :
Food: Opting for the best nutrition is crucial for your furry companion
Health: Any alterations in your pet's skin or coat appearance may indicate a potential health issue.
Outside the body :
Environmental factors: The external environment is rife with elements that can impact your cat's coat and skin, including allergens, parasites, and microbes.
Grooming: Following a grooming routine aids in detangling the fur and evenly spreading sebum across the entire body.
Skin & ear care: Most cat don’t need a regular skin & ear care routine. Nonetheless, it can be necessary in some circumstances. Cleaning removes dirt and debris, facilitating detangling while providing essential ingredients for a lustrous coat and skin protection against external aggressions.
Skin & ear care: Most cat don’t need a regular skin & ear care routine. Nonetheless, it can be necessary in some circumstances. Cleaning removes dirt and debris, facilitating detangling while providing essential ingredients for a lustrous coat and skin protection against external aggressions.
Why is it important to have a routine for your cat?
Establishing a consistent routine holds significant importance for various reasons including helping keep their skin and coat healthy and shiny. As well as positively impacting a cat's quality of life by addressing specific conditions, soothing itchy skin, minimising discomfort, mitigating potential complications, and reinforce your bond with your cat (even if there is no skin problem).
Here are compelling reasons why adhering to a routine is crucial:
Keep their skin and coat healthy: pets are exposed to environmental irritants. Regular care of their sensitive skin and coat using appropriate products helps promote overall skin and coat health.
Keep their skin and coat healthy: pets are exposed to environmental irritants. Regular care of their sensitive skin and coat using appropriate products helps promote overall skin and coat health.
Ensures well-being: an appropriate routine contributes to the well-being of cats. Skin conditions can induce intense itching, discomfort, and pain in cats. A thoughtfully designed routine helps alleviate these symptoms, ensuring the cat remains comfortable over an extended period.
Ensures well-being: an appropriate routine contributes to the well-being of cats. Skin conditions can induce intense itching, discomfort, and pain in cats. A thoughtfully designed routine helps alleviate these symptoms, ensuring the cat remains comfortable over an extended period.
Reinforces the bond: dealing with a skin issue necessitates a sustained and trusting relationship between the owner and the cat. Following a routine establishes consistency and can be a pleasant shared moment. Using practical and pleasant products further strengthens the bond between the pet and its family in the long term. Even if your cat does not present with any skin or coat issue, having a minimal routine helps reinforce your bond.
Reinforces the bond: dealing with a skin issue necessitates a sustained and trusting relationship between the owner and the cat. Following a routine establishes consistency and can be a pleasant shared moment. Using practical and pleasant products further strengthens the bond between the pet and its family in the long term. Even if your cat does not present with any skin or coat issue, having a minimal routine helps reinforce your bond.
Helps managing lifelong disease: chronic conditions, such as allergic skin issues, persist throughout a cat's life. A well-structured routine ensures consistent management, effectively controlling symptoms and preserving the overall health of the cat's skin.
Helps managing lifelong disease: chronic conditions, such as allergic skin issues, persist throughout a cat's life. A well-structured routine ensures consistent management, effectively controlling symptoms and preserving the overall health of the cat's skin.
Treats hidden discomfort: even if a cat’s skin appears normal on the surface, it may not be. Depending on the cause, there could be underlying itching or irritation that isn’t immediately visible. A regular care routine plays a vital role in identifying and addressing these subtle discomforts before they go unnoticed.
Treats hidden discomfort: even if a cat’s skin appears normal on the surface, it may not be. Depending on the cause, there could be underlying itching or irritation that isn’t immediately visible. A regular care routine plays a vital role in identifying and addressing these subtle discomforts before they go unnoticed.
In case of skin issues, understanding the specific triggers for your cat’s issues is essential in developing an effective management plan. Regular veterinary check-ups, along with observation of your cat’s behaviour and skin condition, are instrumental in promptly identifying and addressing skin problems.
What products to use?
The choice of products for your cat depends on its specific condition and requirements. It is essential to assess your pet’s skin and coat needs to determine the most appropriate management plan and the products to be used.
Bath time
When it comes to bathing your cat, if it is necessary, using products specifically formulated for their needs is crucial. Regular human shampoos are unsuitable for dogs and cats due to differences in skin pH levels and the presence of additives that can irritate their skin. While baby shampoo may serve as a temporary alternative, it is designed for human skin and should not be a long-term solution. DOUXO® SPA products are free from soap, sulfate, paraben, colorant, phthalates, nanoparticles, and silicones, making it a gentle option for maintaining your cat's skin health.
Additional skin and coat care
Shampooing a cat is not always easy or pleasant for both the cat and the owner.
A full body care isn’t always needed to keep your cat clean, especially when they’re not fully dirty but just need a quick / localised clean. DOUXO® SPA Wipes offer a fast, gentle solution. They’re easy to use, effective, and a great way to maintain your pet’s hygiene while strengthening your bond with them.
Ear care
Some cats naturally produce more ear wax than others and may require ear cleaning. While most cats’ ears maintain good hygiene on their own, others can develop waxy or yellowish discharge due to ear mites, infections, polyps, or foreign bodies. If you notice ear discharge, it's important to consult a vet, as it may need more than just cleaning. Also, if your cat shows signs of imbalance, head tilting, or walking in circles, seek veterinary care instead of cleaning their ears, as this could indicate a middle ear issue.
DOUXO® SPA provides everyday care for your cat, adapting to its unique routine needs and contributing to its overall well-being.
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Ensure your cat’s well-being with DOUXO® SPA’s expertise in skin and ear care. Our DOUXO® SPA Wipes and DOUXO® SPA Ear Cleaner are specifically formulated for cats. With DOUXO® SPA, maintaining your cat’s skin health becomes effortless, supporting their overall happiness and vitality.