If you can’t use a sink, a large bowl will do. The bathtub will also work, but it might be difficult for you to lean over and wash your cat, and you will use much more water than is really necessary.
It’s important that you not startle your cat while bathing her, because she might scratch you in her alarmed state. She might also completely escape your grasp if she is very scared. [3] X Research source
Your cat may start to struggle at this point if she is not used to bathing. It’s okay. This is normal. It may feel distressing to you, but proceed. Bathing your sphynx is important enough that you should fight through the feelings of guilt that may arise when he seems unhappy about the bath.
If your cat struggles, wait a few minutes before you wash her. Make it clear to your cat that she is not getting out of the water. [7] X Research source
Don’t forget her tail.
You may want to use a cotton ball for this stage, or you can keep using the sponge that you’ve been using to clean the rest of your cat’s body.
Never share a towel with your cat without washing it in between uses. You could pick up bacteria and transfer it to yourself. It’s okay to dry vigorously. By this time, your cat will probably be sick of you and ready to leave, so dry quickly. [13] X Research source
It’s also okay to wash your cat’s ears while she is still in the bath, but since that just prolongs the experience, there’s no reason you can’t do this part once your cat is out of the water.
