It requires careful preparation and lots of iodine.
1. Make sure to clip the cats nails BEFORE you begin. My boy does not want to hurt me, but he did nick my left forearm with one of his talons as he tried to twist free.
2. Have your shampoo, cups and towels ready to go. You don't want to have get anything after you have begun. The cat will leave the tub and will most likely be escape your control being wet and soapy.
3. Resist the urge to yell at your cat. Trust me. This will make things worse.
4. After they had dried some, I brushed them with my furminator to remove a lot of their undercoat.
By this evening, they both look really good. Do you guys never wash your kitties? I pretty much do it if I want to. I do have to outsmart them. If they figure out your intentions they will hide and make it difficult for you.