as for my cat, he has a short hair coat. i havent sent him for any special or professional grooming so far. heard it's pretty pricey. so i give him a bath once a week. or every fortnight. i use hobo shampoo. im not sure whether it's a good or the best product in town. as far as im concern, it's pretty good. and i use warm water whenever i bathe him. for drying, i just use dry towels. and i clean his eyes and ears frequently so that he'll look clean & healthy.