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1. Shard Calculation

Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 156 (from laksa136)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa156.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical, ml_categories_json AS ml_categories_json, ml_types_json AS ml_types_json, ml_intent_types_json AS ml_intent_types_json, meta_language AS meta_language, attrs_author AS attrs_author, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_publish_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_original_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_original_publish_time, ifNull(attrs_is_republished, 0) AS attrs_is_republished, ifNull(attrs_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_nr_words, ifNull(attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, ifNull(body_ext_links_number, 0) AS body_ext_links_number, ifNull(body_int_links_number, 0) AS body_int_links_number, ifNull(meta_nofollow, 0) AS meta_nofollow, ifNull(meta_noarchive, 0) AS meta_noarchive, ifNull(props_was_rendered, 0) AS props_was_rendered, ifNull(src_redirect, \'\') AS src_redirect, ifNull(download_time_msec, 0) AS download_time_msec, ifNull(download_ttfb_msec, 0) AS download_ttfb_msec, ifNull(download_size, 0) AS download_size FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.thesprucepets.com/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.thesprucepets.com/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383","crawl_time":1765250159,"first_indexed_time":1543412072,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,thesprucepets!www,\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383 s443","src_root_hash":"10957982772558382956","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"How to Bathe a Kitten: A Step-by-Step Guide","meta_descriptions":["Cats are known for self-grooming, but sometimes the little ones can use some extra help. Here’s how to properly bathe a kitten, according to a veterinary technician."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":" Historically, most  cats don't like water , so bathing one doesn't immediately sound like a good idea. But kittens can get quite messy and may require a little help from you to get them cleaned up. The self-grooming skills of a kitten aren't as developed as an adult cat, and since  litter box messes  are more common, and hungry baby felines tend to get food all over their faces, you should know how to safely give your kitten a bath.\n  What You Need   Now that your  kitten  is used to water and ready to get a bath, make sure you have all the supplies you need:\n  Preparing to Bathe Your Kitten   Unless you have a specific breed of cat that is known to enjoy playing in water, such as a  Bengal , you need to get your kitten comfortable with being wet before bath time. This is easiest to do with a very young kitten but can be done with any age of the cat. Although, it may take longer to get an older kitten used to water than it would an  eight-week-old feline . Follow these steps to get your kitten used to water:\n Start by taking a wet washcloth and gently wiping your kitten with it. If your kitten isn't immediately accepting of this, try offering tasty treats or wet food while wiping it. Be sure to wipe not only its back but also its head and feet. If your kitten doesn't mind the wet washcloth, fill a cookie sheet with water to create a shallow pan for your kitten to stand in. Coax your kitten to walk into the pan of water by offering treats or gently place your kitten in it while giving it treats. Repeat this as long as necessary until your kitten is comfortable in the standing water. Next, try combining the two methods: wipe your kitten with the wet washcloth while it also stands in the pan of water. Continue offering treats and employ the help of a friend if necessary. If your kitten seems scared or stressed, pause and try again later. Consider using behavioral supplements or pheromones for particularly anxious kittens. Once your kitten seems comfortable in a shallow pan of water, try drizzling water from your hand over its back and head. Slowly work your way up to using a small cup of water and gently pouring some water onto your kitten while petting it and continuing to give it treats if necessary. Your kitten is now ready for bath time! Credit:  The Spruce \/ Phoebe Cheong Credit:  The Spruce \/ Phoebe Cheong Credit:  The Spruce \/ Phoebe Cheong  How to Bathe a Kitten   Once your kitten is used to water and you have all your bathing supplies ready, you can give your kitten a proper bath.\n  Fill the bathing container with a couple of inches of warm, not hot, water. Make sure the water isn't too deep for your kitten. It should only be up to their knees. Place your kitten gently in the water and start using the cup to pour water over your kitten, starting from their hind end and working up to their head.  Take a dime-to-nickel-sized dollop of shampoo and gently massage it all over your kitten.  Rinse your kitten using the cup.  Gently pick up your kitten and dry them off with a towel. OPTIONAL: If you need to, you can use a hairdryer as long as it has a warm or cool setting.  .  Keeping Your Kitten Calm   Avoid submerging or putting your kitten under running water during bath time, as this may scare it. If it starts to get scared, try giving it treats or take a break and remove the kitten from the water and wrap it in a towel. Work as quickly as possible, without stressing out your kitten, to avoid your kitten from getting too cold. 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She is trained as a Fear Free Certified Professional to prevent and alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress in pets.\n\nLearn more about The Spruce Pets' [Editorial Process](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/about-us-4776796#toc-editorial-guidelines)\n\nUpdated on 11\/06\/25\n\n![Tan kitten wrapped in a white towel after getting a bath](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/thmb\/G8LaLTNBFRZZboWO-GgawjoTtcA=\/3000x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-hero-db11f6577209449da473c392a4ea69a3.jpg)\n\n![Tan kitten wrapped in a white towel after getting a bath](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/thmb\/G8LaLTNBFRZZboWO-GgawjoTtcA=\/3000x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-hero-db11f6577209449da473c392a4ea69a3.jpg)\n\nCredit:\n\nThe Spruce \/ Phoebe Cheong\n\nIn This Article\n\nExpand\n\n- [Supplies](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-what-you-need)\n- [Trial Run](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-preparing-to-bathe-your-kitten)\n- [Bath Time](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-how-to-bathe-a-kitten)\n- [Preventing Behavior Problems](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-keeping-your-kitten-calm)\n- [FAQs](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-faqs-afa50130-df29-43e3-9e3a-15c305296422)\n\nHistorically, most [cats don't like water](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/top-things-cats-hate-554081), so bathing one doesn't immediately sound like a good idea. But kittens can get quite messy and may require a little help from you to get them cleaned up. The self-grooming skills of a kitten aren't as developed as an adult cat, and since [litter box messes](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/kitten-diarrhea-4165149) are more common, and hungry baby felines tend to get food all over their faces, you should know how to safely give your kitten a bath.\n\n## What You Need\nNow that your [kitten](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/preparing-for-new-kitten-552273) is used to water and ready to get a bath, make sure you have all the supplies you need:\n\n- **Bathing container:** Use a sink, bathtub, or storage bin for bathing your kitten.\n- **Cup:** You'll need a small cup to gently pour water over your kitten in order to wet it and rinse the shampoo off.\n- **Kitten-safe shampoo:** Ideally, you'll want to use a shampoo designed for kittens. It will be tearless and formulated especially for felines. If you don't have kitten shampoo on hand, you can use baby shampoo or gentle dish soap.\n- **Treats:** Have treats or canned kitten food ready to distract your kitten if it starts to get anxious.\n- **Towel:** A dry, soft towel should be ready to dry your kitten off as soon as bath time is over.\n## Preparing to Bathe Your Kitten\nUnless you have a specific breed of cat that is known to enjoy playing in water, such as a [Bengal](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/bengal-cats-1238154), you need to get your kitten comfortable with being wet before bath time. This is easiest to do with a very young kitten but can be done with any age of the cat. Although, it may take longer to get an older kitten used to water than it would an [eight-week-old feline](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/kitten-development-6-to-12-weeks-4584325). Follow these steps to get your kitten used to water:\n\n1. Start by taking a wet washcloth and gently wiping your kitten with it. If your kitten isn't immediately accepting of this, try offering tasty treats or wet food while wiping it. Be sure to wipe not only its back but also its head and feet.\n2. If your kitten doesn't mind the wet washcloth, fill a cookie sheet with water to create a shallow pan for your kitten to stand in. Coax your kitten to walk into the pan of water by offering treats or gently place your kitten in it while giving it treats. Repeat this as long as necessary until your kitten is comfortable in the standing water.\n3. Next, try combining the two methods: wipe your kitten with the wet washcloth while it also stands in the pan of water. Continue offering treats and employ the help of a friend if necessary. If your kitten seems scared or stressed, pause and try again later. Consider using behavioral supplements or pheromones for particularly anxious kittens.\n4. Once your kitten seems comfortable in a shallow pan of water, try drizzling water from your hand over its back and head. Slowly work your way up to using a small cup of water and gently pouring some water onto your kitten while petting it and continuing to give it treats if necessary. Your kitten is now ready for bath time\\!\n\n![Tan kitten held in hand and wiping head with small white washcloth]()\n\n![Tan kitten held in hand and wiping head with small white washcloth](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/thmb\/M4qOfXFNo3dWVKfHdErWQ5El7Lk=\/3000x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-01-1ab3dc98ed724d968e8b2133cd7a440e.jpg)\n\nCredit:\n\nThe Spruce \/ Phoebe Cheong\n\n![Tan kitten placed in large bucket filled with warm water ]()\n\n![Tan kitten placed in large bucket filled with warm water ](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/thmb\/h9HR-17OivAnJn1UKnMXiARr-5E=\/3000x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-02-6aa485e55ad545a49a8452ada929a049.jpg)\n\nCredit:\n\nThe Spruce \/ Phoebe Cheong\n\n![Supplies to bathe a kitten on a wooden floor]()\n\n![Supplies to bathe a kitten on a wooden floor](https:\/\/www.thesprucepets.com\/thmb\/EycMmMoOwS0TH34B7Td61HoFUhY=\/3000x0\/filters:no_upscale\\(\\):strip_icc\\(\\)\/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-03-81acede8137941b5bbd25f4ee780df98.jpg)\n\nCredit:\n\nThe Spruce \/ Phoebe Cheong\n## How to Bathe a Kitten\nOnce your kitten is used to water and you have all your bathing supplies ready, you can give your kitten a proper bath.\n\n1. Fill the bathing container with a couple of inches of warm, not hot, water. Make sure the water isn't too deep for your kitten. It should only be up to their knees.\n2. Place your kitten gently in the water and start using the cup to pour water over your kitten, starting from their hind end and working up to their head.\n3. Take a dime-to-nickel-sized dollop of shampoo and gently massage it all over your kitten.\n4. Rinse your kitten using the cup.\n5. Gently pick up your kitten and dry them off with a towel.\n6. OPTIONAL: If you need to, you can use a hairdryer as long as it has a warm or cool setting. **.**\n\n### Warning\nDo not use a hairdryer if it only has a hot temperature setting, as this could dangerously overheat your kitten.\n## Keeping Your Kitten Calm\nAvoid submerging or putting your kitten under running water during bath time, as this may scare it. 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Boilerpipe Text	Historically, most cats don't like water , so bathing one doesn't immediately sound like a good idea. But kittens can get quite messy and may require a little help from you to get them cleaned up. The self-grooming skills of a kitten aren't as developed as an adult cat, and since litter box messes are more common, and hungry baby felines tend to get food all over their faces, you should know how to safely give your kitten a bath. What You Need Now that your kitten is used to water and ready to get a bath, make sure you have all the supplies you need: Preparing to Bathe Your Kitten Unless you have a specific breed of cat that is known to enjoy playing in water, such as a Bengal , you need to get your kitten comfortable with being wet before bath time. This is easiest to do with a very young kitten but can be done with any age of the cat. Although, it may take longer to get an older kitten used to water than it would an eight-week-old feline . Follow these steps to get your kitten used to water: Start by taking a wet washcloth and gently wiping your kitten with it. If your kitten isn't immediately accepting of this, try offering tasty treats or wet food while wiping it. Be sure to wipe not only its back but also its head and feet. If your kitten doesn't mind the wet washcloth, fill a cookie sheet with water to create a shallow pan for your kitten to stand in. Coax your kitten to walk into the pan of water by offering treats or gently place your kitten in it while giving it treats. Repeat this as long as necessary until your kitten is comfortable in the standing water. Next, try combining the two methods: wipe your kitten with the wet washcloth while it also stands in the pan of water. Continue offering treats and employ the help of a friend if necessary. If your kitten seems scared or stressed, pause and try again later. Consider using behavioral supplements or pheromones for particularly anxious kittens. Once your kitten seems comfortable in a shallow pan of water, try drizzling water from your hand over its back and head. Slowly work your way up to using a small cup of water and gently pouring some water onto your kitten while petting it and continuing to give it treats if necessary. Your kitten is now ready for bath time! Credit: The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong Credit: The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong Credit: The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong How to Bathe a Kitten Once your kitten is used to water and you have all your bathing supplies ready, you can give your kitten a proper bath. Fill the bathing container with a couple of inches of warm, not hot, water. Make sure the water isn't too deep for your kitten. It should only be up to their knees. Place your kitten gently in the water and start using the cup to pour water over your kitten, starting from their hind end and working up to their head. Take a dime-to-nickel-sized dollop of shampoo and gently massage it all over your kitten. Rinse your kitten using the cup. Gently pick up your kitten and dry them off with a towel. OPTIONAL: If you need to, you can use a hairdryer as long as it has a warm or cool setting. . Keeping Your Kitten Calm Avoid submerging or putting your kitten under running water during bath time, as this may scare it. If it starts to get scared, try giving it treats or take a break and remove the kitten from the water and wrap it in a towel. Work as quickly as possible, without stressing out your kitten, to avoid your kitten from getting too cold. If your kitten still doesn't take to bath time, you can remove water from the equation by trying a waterless cat shampoo .
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By [Adrienne Kruzer](https://www.thesprucepets.com/adrienne-kruzer-rvt-1236690) ![Adrienne Kruzer, RVT, LVT]() ![Adrienne Kruzer, RVT, LVT](https://www.thesprucepets.com/thmb/84Mr5UJG0bzG8KISD7c_PgMLhRI=/200x200/filters:no_upscale\(\):strip_icc\(\)/AdrienneKruzerRVTLVT-41ee5d17efea4c9b8b5e9ac59e3f608c.jpg) [Adrienne Kruzer](https://www.thesprucepets.com/adrienne-kruzer-rvt-1236690) Adrienne Kruzer is a veterinary technician with more than 15 years of experience providing healthcare to domestic and exotic animals. She is trained as a Fear Free Certified Professional to prevent and alleviate fear, anxiety, and stress in pets. Learn more about The Spruce Pets' [Editorial Process](https://www.thesprucepets.com/about-us-4776796#toc-editorial-guidelines) Updated on 11/06/25 ![Tan kitten wrapped in a white towel after getting a bath](https://www.thesprucepets.com/thmb/G8LaLTNBFRZZboWO-GgawjoTtcA=/3000x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):strip_icc\(\)/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-hero-db11f6577209449da473c392a4ea69a3.jpg) ![Tan kitten wrapped in a white towel after getting a bath](https://www.thesprucepets.com/thmb/G8LaLTNBFRZZboWO-GgawjoTtcA=/3000x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):strip_icc\(\)/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-hero-db11f6577209449da473c392a4ea69a3.jpg) Credit: The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong In This Article Expand - [Supplies](https://www.thesprucepets.com/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-what-you-need) - [Trial Run](https://www.thesprucepets.com/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-preparing-to-bathe-your-kitten) - [Bath Time](https://www.thesprucepets.com/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-how-to-bathe-a-kitten) - [Preventing Behavior Problems](https://www.thesprucepets.com/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-keeping-your-kitten-calm) - [FAQs](https://www.thesprucepets.com/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383#toc-faqs-afa50130-df29-43e3-9e3a-15c305296422) Historically, most [cats don't like water](https://www.thesprucepets.com/top-things-cats-hate-554081), so bathing one doesn't immediately sound like a good idea. But kittens can get quite messy and may require a little help from you to get them cleaned up. The self-grooming skills of a kitten aren't as developed as an adult cat, and since [litter box messes](https://www.thesprucepets.com/kitten-diarrhea-4165149) are more common, and hungry baby felines tend to get food all over their faces, you should know how to safely give your kitten a bath. ## What You Need Now that your [kitten](https://www.thesprucepets.com/preparing-for-new-kitten-552273) is used to water and ready to get a bath, make sure you have all the supplies you need: - Bathing container: Use a sink, bathtub, or storage bin for bathing your kitten. - Cup: You'll need a small cup to gently pour water over your kitten in order to wet it and rinse the shampoo off. - Kitten-safe shampoo: Ideally, you'll want to use a shampoo designed for kittens. It will be tearless and formulated especially for felines. If you don't have kitten shampoo on hand, you can use baby shampoo or gentle dish soap. - Treats: Have treats or canned kitten food ready to distract your kitten if it starts to get anxious. - Towel: A dry, soft towel should be ready to dry your kitten off as soon as bath time is over. ## Preparing to Bathe Your Kitten Unless you have a specific breed of cat that is known to enjoy playing in water, such as a [Bengal](https://www.thesprucepets.com/bengal-cats-1238154), you need to get your kitten comfortable with being wet before bath time. This is easiest to do with a very young kitten but can be done with any age of the cat. Although, it may take longer to get an older kitten used to water than it would an [eight-week-old feline](https://www.thesprucepets.com/kitten-development-6-to-12-weeks-4584325). Follow these steps to get your kitten used to water: 1. Start by taking a wet washcloth and gently wiping your kitten with it. If your kitten isn't immediately accepting of this, try offering tasty treats or wet food while wiping it. Be sure to wipe not only its back but also its head and feet. 2. If your kitten doesn't mind the wet washcloth, fill a cookie sheet with water to create a shallow pan for your kitten to stand in. Coax your kitten to walk into the pan of water by offering treats or gently place your kitten in it while giving it treats. Repeat this as long as necessary until your kitten is comfortable in the standing water. 3. Next, try combining the two methods: wipe your kitten with the wet washcloth while it also stands in the pan of water. Continue offering treats and employ the help of a friend if necessary. If your kitten seems scared or stressed, pause and try again later. Consider using behavioral supplements or pheromones for particularly anxious kittens. 4. Once your kitten seems comfortable in a shallow pan of water, try drizzling water from your hand over its back and head. Slowly work your way up to using a small cup of water and gently pouring some water onto your kitten while petting it and continuing to give it treats if necessary. Your kitten is now ready for bath time\! ![Tan kitten held in hand and wiping head with small white washcloth]() ![Tan kitten held in hand and wiping head with small white washcloth](https://www.thesprucepets.com/thmb/M4qOfXFNo3dWVKfHdErWQ5El7Lk=/3000x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):strip_icc\(\)/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-01-1ab3dc98ed724d968e8b2133cd7a440e.jpg) Credit: The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong ![Tan kitten placed in large bucket filled with warm water ]() ![Tan kitten placed in large bucket filled with warm water ](https://www.thesprucepets.com/thmb/h9HR-17OivAnJn1UKnMXiARr-5E=/3000x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):strip_icc\(\)/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-02-6aa485e55ad545a49a8452ada929a049.jpg) Credit: The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong ![Supplies to bathe a kitten on a wooden floor]() ![Supplies to bathe a kitten on a wooden floor](https://www.thesprucepets.com/thmb/EycMmMoOwS0TH34B7Td61HoFUhY=/3000x0/filters:no_upscale\(\):strip_icc\(\)/how-to-bathe-a-kitten-4178383-03-81acede8137941b5bbd25f4ee780df98.jpg) Credit: The Spruce / Phoebe Cheong ## How to Bathe a Kitten Once your kitten is used to water and you have all your bathing supplies ready, you can give your kitten a proper bath. 1. Fill the bathing container with a couple of inches of warm, not hot, water. Make sure the water isn't too deep for your kitten. It should only be up to their knees. 2. Place your kitten gently in the water and start using the cup to pour water over your kitten, starting from their hind end and working up to their head. 3. Take a dime-to-nickel-sized dollop of shampoo and gently massage it all over your kitten. 4. Rinse your kitten using the cup. 5. Gently pick up your kitten and dry them off with a towel. 6. OPTIONAL: If you need to, you can use a hairdryer as long as it has a warm or cool setting. . ### Warning Do not use a hairdryer if it only has a hot temperature setting, as this could dangerously overheat your kitten. ## Keeping Your Kitten Calm Avoid submerging or putting your kitten under running water during bath time, as this may scare it. If it starts to get scared, try giving it treats or take a break and remove the kitten from the water and wrap it in a towel. Work as quickly as possible, without stressing out your kitten, to avoid your kitten from getting too cold. If your kitten still doesn't take to bath time, you can remove water from the equation by trying a [waterless cat shampoo](https://www.thesprucepets.com/best-waterless-cat-shampoos-6979755). FAQ - Can I use Dawn to wash my kitten? If you are out of cat or kitten shampoo, Dawn dish soap will work, but you shouldn't use it every time. It is safe for cats, but [a shampoo specifically formulated for cats](https://www.thesprucepets.com/the-best-cat-shampoos-5248818) is your best bet. - Can I just wash my kitten with water? Giving your kitten a quick rinse with just water is perfectly fine. It just won't be as effective as incorporating shampoo. 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