The Basics of Burmilla GroomingThecoat of the shorthaired Burmilla has a silky texture. Longhairs are dressed for the ball in a fine, silky, medium-length coat with ear tufts, furnishings(a fringe of fur on the legs, chest and belly), and a fully plumed tail.Groomingtends to be easy, whether the fur is short or long. Comb or brush the coatweekly to distribute skin oils and prevent or remove any tangles or mats, whichthis cat can be prone to.Theonly other grooming the Burmilla requires is regular nail trimming and earcleaning. Brush his teeth often with a vet-approved pet toothpaste, and scheduleveterinary dental cleanings as needed. Startbrushing, nail trimming and teeth brushing early, so your kitten learns to accept theseactivities.
The Burmilla’s short, smooth coat is simple to groom with weekly brushing or combing to remove dead hairs. A bath is rarely necessary. Brush or comb a longhaired Burmilla two or three times a week.Brush the teeth to prevent periodontal disease. Daily dental hygiene is best, but weekly brushing is better than nothing. Trim the nails weekly. Wipe the corners of the eyes with a soft, damp cloth to remove any discharge. Use a separate area of the cloth for each eye so you don’t run the risk of spreading any infection.Check the ears weekly. If they look dirty, wipe them out with a cotton ball or soft damp cloth moistened with a 50-50 mixture of cider vinegar and warm water. Avoid using cotton swabs, which can damage the interior of the ear.Keep the litter box spotlessly clean. Cats are very particular about bathroom hygiene.It’s a good idea to keep a Burmilla as an indoor-only cat to protect him from diseases spread by other cats, attacks by dogs or coyotes, and the other dangers that face cats who go outdoors, such as being hit by a car. Burmillas who go outdoors also run the risk of being stolen by someone who would like to have such a beautiful cat without paying for it.
