In most situations, cats won't need to be bathed as they are naturally fastidious groomers. If your cat has a flea infestation or they have something on their coat like oil or grease, then a bath may be necessary. If you want your cat to enjoy bathing (or at least tolerate it), your best bet is to gently and patiently expose them to water as a kitten. When in doubt though, take your cat to a veterinarian or a groomer to make sure the bathing process goes as smoothly as possible.