Some cats like being petted while others do not. curiously, one idea circulating around the Internet is to brush your cat using a wet toothbrush.

While some cats may not mind and could even like the feel of a wet toothbrush, it’s best to let your cat decide. Most cats are used to humans petting them with a hand so a toothbrush might feel strange. Still, it’s worth a try to see what your cat thinks. At the very least, it will simply swipe at your hand and draw a geyser of blood from your veins.

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