It should not be necessary in cats, as they scratch trees ect to control this.
It just licks itself. If a cat licks an area too much, it may become bald in that area.
Since cats groom themselves often GET YOUR CAT TO THE VETS NOW!
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Warm weather.
A cat licks its own fur to groom itself no matter what the weather is. There is no connection.
Use a brush to groom a cat.
You should groom your cat with a grooming brush, the hairy it is the more often you should do it (especially in summer and early spring)
A cat's natural way of cleaning itself is by grooming. This means it will lick itself all over to remove excess oils, dirt, and loose hairs.A cat's tongue has little buds similar to the teeth of a comb. The cat's tongue acts like a comb as it groom itself all over. Some cats love grooming so much, they also groom their playmates and other house-cats.
It is relatively easy to groom a Birman cat, because the coat is silky and does not mat easily.
Yes, it is instinctive for cats to clean or groom themselves. If they stop grooming themselves it is a sign that the cat is ill, and should be promptly taken to the vet for a check-up.
Groom your cat
With foam and comb or with a comb
It is an affectionate gesture.