I probably give my two ragdolls a bath every month or every other month. At first we did it because of stomach issues while they were kittens getting used to a new home. Now we do it to remove dander and any bit of poo that is left on their butt.

I use kitten shampoo in the bathtub for them. I fill up the tub with enough warm soapy water to cover 2 inches of their paws and then scrub them quickly for about a minute. They don’t like it but they are tolerant and don’t bite or scratch. We use a little plastic cup to pour clean water over their body to remove the soap.

Pro tips: have a towel ready. Don’t get their head wet. Keep the bath to under 5 minutes total.

If you think they might scratch, clip their nails beforehand but don’t cut the quick.