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Basic Homemade Cat Shampoo

Here's the simplest way to make cat shampoo at home. All you need are three inexpensive ingredients and a spoon! Let's dive in:
Prep Time3 minutes
Active Time2 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Keyword: diy cat shampoo, homemade cat shampoo
Cost: $3

Equipment

  • Bowl or bucket
  • Spoon

Materials

  • 1 part apple cider vinegar
  • 1 part Dawn dish soap
  • 4 parts water

Instructions

  • Mix one-part each of apple cider vinegar and dawn dish soap together with four parts water.
  • You can use this shampoo like regular pet shampoo—wet your cat’s fur first, and then add the cat shampoo.
  • Rub the shampoo through all layers of your cat’s fur, then rinse well with warm water.
  • Be sure to keep the soap out of your cat's eyes, ears, nose and mouth.

Notes

Dawn dish soap is safe for pets and will break down oils in your cat’s fur, helping to keep your cat nice and clean.
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