Cat shampooA cat shampoo made with licking in mind.
Cats groom themselves, so whatever is left on the coat ends up in their mouth. That is why a cat shampoo should be made for cats, and why only part of the Furrytail range is: the Gentle Daily Shampoo and the Dry Foam Shampoo. Both are sulphate-free, preserved with a probiotic ferment instead of parabens or MIT, and made to a 99.5% Natural Origin Index (ISO 16128-2).
Use a small amount, keep it away from the eyes, rinse very thoroughly and dry the coat right down to the skin. If your cat will not tolerate a bath at all, the waterless Dry Foam Shampoo cleans the coat with no tub and no rinse.
Choosing a cat shampoo
01 · When a bath is needed
Gentle Daily Shampoo
Made for dogs and cats. Lather lightly, take extra care around the face and rinse until the water runs clean.
Gentle Daily Shampoo →02 · For cats who hate water
Dry Foam Shampoo
A waterless foam: spray, work it through with your hands or a soft brush and let it dry in 60 to 90 seconds. No rinsing.
Dry Foam Shampoo →03 · A home with a dog and a cat
All three scents
The Bath Ritual Trio holds all three Gentle Daily Shampoos, made for both dogs and cats.
Bath Ritual Trio →
Questions pet parents ask
Which Furrytail products are for cats?
The Gentle Daily Shampoo (all three fragrances) and the Dry Foam Shampoo are made for dogs and cats. The Anti-Tick & Flea Spray, Paw Cleaner and Refreshing Mist are for dogs only.
What is the best cat shampoo?
One formulated for cats, not only for dogs, with mild cleansers and a short ingredient list, since cats lick off whatever stays on the coat. Furrytail’s Gentle Daily Shampoo is sulphate-free and made for dogs and cats.
Can I use dog shampoo on my cat?
Only if it is made for cats too. Many dog products contain ingredients cats should not swallow when they groom. Furrytail’s Gentle Daily Shampoo and Dry Foam Shampoo are made for both.
How do I clean a cat that hates baths?
Use a cat dry shampoo. A waterless foam lets you clean the coat without a tub: spray a little on, massage it through with your hands or a soft brush and let it dry.
Is there a cat shampoo for Persian or long-haired cats?
Use any cat shampoo made for cats, lather lightly, rinse very thoroughly so nothing is left to lick off, and dry the coat to the skin. Between baths the Dry Foam Shampoo avoids a full wash.
More answers in the full FAQ · Grooming a dog? See dog shampoo
From the journal
Read before you groom.
Can You Bathe a Cat? Cat Grooming at Home.
Do cats need baths? When to bathe a cat, how to do it calmly, waterless options for cats who hate water, and grooming long-haired and Persian cats.
Best Cat Shampoo in India (2026): 10 Picks Reviewed.
The best cat shampoo in India: 10 picks for Persians, white coats, kittens, itchy skin and water-shy cats, plus how often to bathe cats and what to avoid.
Persian Cat Grooming at Home: Daily Combing, Bathing and Eyes.
How to groom a Persian cat at home: daily combing to prevent mats, how often to bathe a Persian, choosing a cat shampoo, drying, tear stains and hairballs.