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How much time do cats take when grooming themselves?
Several factors affect the time a cat spends grooming, including fur length, weight, and age. So how long do they take?
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Cats are meticulous groomers, focusing on looking their best.
They spend about 16–20 hours a day sleeping, leaving a small window for other activities.
Cats spend approximately 30–50% of their waking time grooming, which can be 2-5 hours a day!
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Several factors affect the time a cat spends grooming, including fur length, weight, and age.
Longhaired breeds like Persians and Ragdolls might groom more due to thicker, longer hair.
Cats with health issues like arthritis or oral problems take longer to groom due to pain.
If your cat struggles to groom, a vet visit is crucial to address any issues. Cats can become dirty and uncomfortable without proper grooming.
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If you think your cat is overgrooming, take it to the vet.
Inform the vet when you noticed the overgrooming to help identify the cause.
The vet will examine your cat for physical signs like broken hair, thinning fur, bald spots, and skin sores.
Treatment will be provided if necessary.
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This article was compiled with the help of Artificial Intelligence
