Vet's Best Waterless Cat Shampoo – No Rinse Dry Shampoo for Cats and Kittens – Gentle Foam Formula for Cleaning and Deodorizing – Leave-In, Veterinarian Formulated – 4 oz

Our 12 year old cat has a double coat and as he got older he was getting lazier and lazier about grooming. Over time, he started becoming increasingly matted and then also began to develop very bad dandruff which was super apparent as his coat is normally a shiny black. Brushing was a nightmare, especially around the base of his tail, where the majority of the mattes were concentrated. It was also apparent that the skin in the area must have been irritated which combing near to only caused more discomfort. For months, I used one of these comb/cutter devices that actually do a pretty good job of removing a cat's undercoat. But though I could remove the mattes with this cutting comb, it was only at great discomfort to the cat. I bought a dog matte remover which worked well, but again, not to the cat's delight! The constant matte removal eventually reached a point where the cat would depart if he saw the matte cutter coming in his general direction, and at times we were forced to use electric hair clippers to get rid of the worst of the mattes -no fun for man or beast! Knowing that bathing the cat would be out of the question, I eventually stumbled upon this product. Upon receiving it from Amazon, we went right at it. The pump produces a foam similar to hair mousse, which does degrade fairly quickly into liquid form. Nonetheless, I pumped the heck out of it right onto the cat's hind end and used my fingertips to gently massage the affected area. Much to my surprise, the feeling of the wet liquid did not deter the cat from staying put and neither did the (very pleasant) smell. The fur initially dries to be a bit "greasy" feeling vs. wet, but he didn't mind and sat through the entire application. I was actually shocked to find that within 2-3 days, the dandruff issue appeared to have resolved, and no more mattes were forthcoming. My first application was about 6 months ago, and while a little dandruff returned very recently, the mattes have never returned. I attribute this to the cat not being put off by the smell of his hind quarters - let's face it, we can all imagine what the undercoat of a matted cat smells like! He took to grooming himself again and I think it was the fact that this product served to get rid of the mattes (and the stink!) and made his coat smooth and supple. I swear from the get-go that he knew we were trying to help him as we applied it and I think in his little feline brain, he then went with it. During the winter here in New England, our condo is very dry with forced hot air heating, which requires a significant amount of humidification to be added to the air daily. The general dryness has added a bit of static electric crackle to his coat (at times) and I think makes his skin (like my own this time of year), feel a little dry. I do plan to re-apply the shampoo this week and hopefully that will keep him as soft and supple as he should be and I know he wants to be. The shampoo has a very pleasant smell and really astonished us in terms of matte eradication.

We bought this product for several reasons:a. it was cheapb. it contained natural productsc. it got good reviews on amazonIt lived up to all our expectations and I would recommend this product.Now for the back story of why we had to purchase it. We have a cat who hates to travel. We have tried every kind of medication from our vet and none of them work for him. Each time we have to travel with him he gets very sick. Usually he poos first, followed by puking and eventually pees. While this is all contained in his cage and we stop to clean it as soon as we can. We made our annual trek to our summer house this week and it was the worst it has ever been. We actually stopped and gave him a bath at a rest stop, then we stopped at my mother-in-laws and gave him another bath followed by another one as soon as we arrived home. He still smelled so awful. Desperate I started looking online for a solution because I didn't want to force him to be relegated to our basement for the summer. I researched many waterless shampoos and decided to purchase this one. Obviously it worked really well! Our big guy is much happier as are we that he is free to roam the house once more. I read the reviews cautioning about neem oil and decided it was best if my DH applied this since I am still nursing our little one and plan to get pregnant again. He said it was easy to apply if didn't mind getting a lot of cat hair on his hands. He said what he did was applied the foam directly to the cat and massaged it in like you would with shampoo. For more sensitive areas around his head and eyes my DH applied the foam to his hands and then gently massaged those areas. He said our cat actually liked all the attention especially the brushing after. The shampoo does not come off the brush nor do you have to rinse it. There has been no after smell on our cat. He has not cleaned himself any more than usual. He is not itchy nor did it dry out his skin.Perhaps if you wore some gloves to apply this product it might help you. Again, a highly recommended product.

I recently purchased a pet shampoo (or grooming spray) for my kitten, and I’m thrilled with its performance, with only minor limitations. The product has a delightful fragrance that leaves my cat smelling fresh and clean. After each use, her fur feels incredibly silky and smooth, which is a big plus for both her comfort and appearance. The shampoo is highly effective at removing dirt, especially since my cat loves to explore outdoors and often comes back messier than a typical indoor cat. I’ve found that using it just once or twice a week is enough to keep her coat in great condition, which makes it convenient for regular grooming.I pair the shampoo with a brush that mists water, and this combination works wonderfully. My cat tolerates the process well, which is a relief since she can be finicky about grooming. The application is straightforward, making it easy to incorporate into our routine. I’ve also noticed no skin irritation on my cat, which is crucial as she has sensitive skin. This product has become my go-to solution for keeping her clean, especially since traditional baths are not an option for her.One drawback is the bottle size, which is relatively small. When I tried using it on my large dog, the entire bottle was used in just one session. This makes it less practical for multi-pet households or for owners of bigger animals. I wish the manufacturer offered a larger bottle option to make it more convenient for frequent use or for pets of varying sizes.I plan to continue purchasing this product for my cat due to its effectiveness and gentle formula. I’ll be on the lookout for a larger bottle to make it even more convenient, but for now, it’s the best option I’ve found for keeping my kitten clean and comfortable. I’d recommend it to cat owners, particularly those with outdoor cats who need regular but gentle cleaning, but I’d suggest those with larger dogs consider the bottle size before buying.