How to Towel Wrap Your Cat

Wrapping your kitty in a towel can help calm him down and reduce his ability to scratch you if you need to do something like trim his claws or apply Soft Paws®.

Steps for Towel Wrapping a Cat

Follow these steps to securely and comfortably wrap your kitty in a towel:

• First, choose a large, thick bath towel.
• Place the towel, open, on a stable, flat surface.
• Put your cat on the towel, a few inches from the front and about 12 inches from one of the sides.
• Wrap the short end of the towel over your cat's back, over his neck, making it snug.
• Bring the long end of the towel over the short end, wrapping it all the way around your cat's body snuggly.

Now you should be able to give your cat medication or remove one paw at a time to trim claws or apply Soft Paws®.

Remember, you can still be bitten by your cat while he is wrapped in a towel, so be sure to keep track of his head, and keep your fingers away from his mouth. It can be helpful to have a friend hold him steady while you work, or you can use your arm to press him into your side while your hands are free to work.