The Basics of Singapura Grooming The Pura’s short coat is easy to groom with weekly combing to remove dead hairs that would otherwise land on your floor, furniture and clothes and keep the coat shiny by distributing skin oils. Baths are rarely necessary unless you plan on showing your cat. Even then, he’s a wash-and-go breed. Don’t bother blow drying him or you’ll fluff up his coat, which is supposed to lie close to the body and look as if the color is painted on. The only other grooming he needs is regular nail trimming, usually weekly, and ear cleaning only if the ears look dirty. Use a gentle ear cleanser recommended by your veterinarian. Brush the teeth frequently with a vet-recommended pet toothpaste for good overall health and fresh breath. Singapuras are especially sensitive about having their feet touched, so start nail trimming (and teeth brushing) early so your kitten becomes accepting of these activities.
The Singapura`s short, smooth coat is easy to care for with a quick weekly combing. Polishing it with a chamois will make it shine. A bath is rarely necessary.Brush the teeth to prevent periodontal disease. Daily dental hygiene is best, but weekly brushing is better than nothing. Trim the nails every couple of weeks. 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 Singapura 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. Singapuras 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.
