Quick Kitty Spot Cleaning - Ideas?

[Lizzie]

Kate - I've always done as you are doing, cleaning up with a wet flannel. Yes, they do get horrible spiky fur but, also like you, I considered the stress factor of real clean-up to be very high. After the w/d dries on the fur, I use a comb while the cat is sitting with me, just a few quick strokes and then stop. I keep it with me any time I am with that cat so that I can give a few quick comb throughs of the dry parts whenever I can. Yes, it's annoying to most cats, but it's very quick. I always consider that I'm focused on much larger issues than smelly fur for a few weeks. I've also found that the cat will take over grooming, though they can't get it all out, as soon as they start to feel better.

I really hope Nipo can pull through this. You are doing everything you possibly can for her.

[RedHedd]

I've used the kitty wipes in a pinch (like baby wipes, but different chemicals and unscented I guess??). They do work well and leave the fur soft and clean. They are a bit pricey, but they are less stressful on the cat than dunking them in water.

[sirrahbed]

I also use the unscented babywipes for needed cleanups. I told the vet that was what I was using the last time Eliot had butt issues and he did not comment so guess it is ok They work pretty well - maybe a quick combing also as well as Lizzie suggested.

[Kater]

Wipes & combing - great ideas! Thank you for your input!!
Kate