While cats do self-groom to a degree, proper cat care still requires helping them out with a few things. You’ll want to regularly brush your cat and trim his or her nails. Some cats may need you to clean their ears if they have a history of ear infections. Your cat will also occasionally need a bath. For cats who don’t like water, you can try waterless shampoo, but it may be easiest and most effective to leave bathing to a groomer.
Some cats may need sedation if a bath or shaving is necessary. If this is a service your cat needs, make sure you work with a groomer that has a veterinarian on site.