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Because there aren't many cats who like water, the cats will lick themselves to give themselves baths.

Other reasons that cats lick themselves include:

If cats have a cut or scrape, licking it will clear away the blood, soften it and keep it clean.

Cats lick themselves because they want to spread their scent.
Grooming and cleaning themselves

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