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• Part 1 of 2: Removing the glue
• Part 2 of 2: Cleaning your cat's coat
• Tips

Oh no! Your cat has stepped onto a mousetrap with one paw and the mousetrap is now attached to his or her fur. If the mousetrap does not come off on its own, you will need to carefully cut it free from your cat's fur. Then massage olive oil into the coat to dissolve the glue residue. Once all glue residue has been removed, you should also make sure that no oil residue is left in the coat.

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Part 1 of 2: Removing the glue

1. Free your cat from the mousetrap. If the mousetrap is still clinging to your cat's fur, use scissors to cut the mousetrap very gently. Cut only the hair that the mousetrap sticks to. And make sure you don't get too close to your cat's skin with the scissors.
   • If the mousetrap is too close to your cat's skin, have a vet remove the mousetrap and glue.
2. Gently wrap your cat in a towel. Take your cat on your lap or put him or her on the table or on your bed. Some mouse traps contain poison that can be dangerous to cats. A towel prevents your cat from trying to wash off the glue from the mousetrap and accidentally getting poisoned.
3. Apply a few drops of the oil to your cat's coat. Apply the oil to the area where the mousetrap was attached to the fur. Use oil found in the kitchen cupboard, such as vegetable oil, canola oil, olive oil, or corn oil to remove the glue. Use your fingers to gently massage the oil into your cat's coat. Make sure the glue residue is completely covered with oil.
   • If you don't have any oil at home, you can alternatively use peanut butter to remove the glue residue.
   • Do not use eucalyptus oil, tea tree oil, or citrus oil to remove the adhesive residue. These oils are toxic to cats.
   • Also, do not use solvents such as paint thinner or acetone (nail polish remover) to remove the adhesive residue.
4. Let the oil work for five minutes. The oil will soften the glue residue. The longer you let the oil soak in, the easier it will be to remove the adhesive residue.
5. Use a clean and dry cloth to remove the adhesive residue. Gently and gently rub your cat's fur with a cloth where the glue residue is. Rub until all glue residue has disappeared.
   • If not all adhesive residue comes off, repeat steps three through five until all adhesive residue is gone.

Part 2 of 2: Cleaning your cat's coat

1. Fill your bathtub with seven to ten centimeters of lukewarm water. Keep your wrist under running water. If the water feels slightly warmer than your own body temperature, but not too hot, then the water is lukewarm.
   • Lukewarm water has a temperature of between 35 to 38 degrees Celsius.
   • If you don't have a bathtub, you can also use the sink.
2. Place a towel on the bottom of the bathtub. The towel prevents your cat from slipping. You can also use a bath mat.
3. Use both hands to put your cat in the bathtub. Hold your cat firmly but gently when you put him or her in the bathtub. If your cat gets anxious, keep calm. Talk to your cat in a soothing voice and pet him or her gently to help the cat relax.
4. Use a glass or cup to pour water over your cat's coat. Gently pour water over the part of the coat that you previously rubbed oil into. You can also use the shower head to wet the coat. Only do this if you can adjust the water jet of the shower head and then set the water jet to the softest setting.
   • Avoid getting water in your cat's eyes, ears, or nose.
5. Apply a dollop of shampoo to your cat's coat. Apply the shampoo to the area where the oil is on the coat and gently massage the shampoo into the coat until foam forms and all the oil has disappeared.
   • Do not use human shampoo on your cat. Instead, buy special cat shampoo from the pet store.
   • Also, do not use insecticidal shampoo (shampoo against lice and fleas). Not even if it is specifically designed for cats! The ingredients in this shampoo can induce a chemical reaction when they come into contact with the glue residue from the mouse trap.
6. Rinse the shampoo away with lukewarm water. Pour a glass or cup of lukewarm water over your cat's coat until all of the shampoo is gone.
   • Make sure all shampoo is gone before taking your cat out of the tub or sink.
7. Get your cat out of the bathtub and wrap a towel around him or her. Use a clean, dry towel. Dry your cat gently with the towel. Afterwards, place your cat in a warm room or near a heat source, such as a window where the sun shines or a heater. Your cat can then dry further here. Give your cat a treat to eat and an extra hug as a reward for good behavior.
   • If you have a long-haired cat, you can gently comb the coat after it dries. Use a brush with teeth that are far apart.

Tips

• Close the bathroom door to prevent your cat from escaping when you bathe him or her.
• If your cat does not like to bathe and you are likely to hurt yourself or your cat, it is recommended that you seek the help of a professional cat groomer or veterinarian.