What should be noted when using pet towels for pets

Precautions for using pet towels
1、 Before use
Distinguish between specialized towels and do not mix human towels
Human towel fiber, essence and softener residues are easy to irritate cat and dog skin; Priority should be given to using ultra-fine fiber pet specific absorbent towels, and it is not recommended to use old towels with severe pilling.
Clean the new towel first
Remove production residues such as floating hair, dyes, and additives to prevent pets from licking or causing skin itching and allergies.
Check towels: no loose or hard threads to prevent entanglement with pet paws and accidental ingestion.
2、 Practical points for taking a shower and drying off
First press to absorb water, do not rub vigorously back and forth
Cats and dogs have thin skin, and vigorous rubbing can easily damage the stratum corneum, induce dandruff, and itching; Adopting the method of pressing to absorb moisture. Long haired pets should comb and dry their fur in the direction of growth to reduce tangling.
Focus on drying easily overlooked areas
Abdomen, armpits, paw crevices, behind the ears, tail root; Do not use a towel to deeply wipe the inside of the cat’s ears to avoid scratching the ear canal.
Strictly prohibit packages from being stuffy or damp
Do not wrap wet towels around pets for a long time, as damp environments can easily breed fungi and cause cat and dog ringworm.
Skin wounds and affected areas: Use the towel alone, gently press it, do not rub the lesion, and disinfect it promptly after use.
3、 Material&Safety Reminder
Avoid using towels with strong fragrance and softener, as essence may irritate respiratory tract and skin.
Water absorbing suede like (PVA deer skin towel) should not be dried and directly wiped after becoming hard. It should be soaked and softened in advance to prevent scratching the skin.
When wiping the head of young pets and short nosed dogs and cats, move gently and do not cover the mouth and nose.
4、 Cleaning and storage (crucial for preventing skin diseases)
Pet towels should be washed separately and not mixed with human clothing
It is recommended to use essence free laundry detergent, and try not to use fabric softener.
Thoroughly rinse off any detergent residue; Thoroughly dry after washing, damp storage can breed bacteria and fungi.
Regular disinfection: sunlight exposure, pet specific clothing disinfectant; If there is an odor, mold, or continuous shedding of hair, replace it directly.
Best practice: separate towels for healthy pets; Pet towels with skin diseases should be isolated for use to prevent cross infection.