Following a bath, your pet may prefer to run off and hide somewhere to dry off on his or her own. This is fine. If you do not want your pet to curl up on your furniture and leave a big wet spot, you may want to contain it in one room and/or lay down dry towels or old blankets on his or her favorite sleeping spots. Do not threaten or intimidate your pet as this will make bathing a traumatic experience which will result in more difficulty with grooming in the future. Reward your feline friend for good behavior with treats and affection.
You and your cat may find bathing to be unpleasant at first, but if you make it a regular part of your routine, are gentle and soothing, and reward your feline companion with treats and affection, it will become easier. You may even come to enjoy the experience.