The best cat shampoos are specially formulated to help remove dirt and odors from your pet’s fur, leaving them fresh-smelling and clean. Here are our top picks.

So, make sure you cleanse your cat completely of human baby shampoo if you do decide to use it in the bath. $4 at Amazon. $5 at Walmart. $6 at Target.

PETARMOR Flea & Tick Shampoo for Cats starts killing fleas and ticks within 24 hours. PETARMOR Flea & Tick Shampoo cleans, deodorizes, and conditions your cat's coat, and is pH balanced.

Flea shampoos and powders have less lasting impact, only killing fleas on your cat at the time of application. While flea collars may be convenient, some work better and are safer than others.