Cats Tongue & Grooming

Cats lick their fur for more than just cleaning.  It also helps them regulate body temperature, protect wounds and relieve stress.  Read on to find out how a cat’s tongue provides build in health care. And how you can help your cat maintain ideal grooming.

Cats have sweat glands in their faces, anal areas and paws.  These glands alone may not be sufficient for releasing body heat, especially in warm weather, but licking can help.  Licking removes excess fur to help keep the coat lighter, and the saliva on the fur has a cooling effect as it evaporates.

Your cat’s saliva has antibacterial properties.  So when he or she licks a wound, it does more than smooth the injury.  It helps protect from infection, too.

Grooming also serves as a massage or sorts for your cat.  The repetitive action of licking helps to relieve stress and improve circulation, much like muscles and tissues massages do for humans.

 From time to time, you will need to call a Professional CAT Groomer to help with shedding and complete the job your cat is not able to do. Examples: trim nails, clean ears, and properly bath your little fluff ball.

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