How To Get Out Cat Mats

Shave the cat if combing and cutting don t remove the mats.

How to get out cat mats.

Invest in a good pair of clippers with a no. Prepare the following materials. But there are plenty of solutions for cat mats it s just a matter of experimenting with different courses and seeing what works for your kitty. Not only does it give your cat a bald spot that may take months to fill in completely you run the risk of injuring your cat.

It will be painful but it s best to remove it as soon as possible. The matted hair on a cat is a huge no no but there will be times that it s inevitable. Most mats will come out with brushing but hard mats can require extra work. Cut out mats when all else fails.

Mats are clumps of hair that form when loose hair gets tangled onto the rest of your cat s fur. Be careful not to nick the cat s skin. You may want to enlist the help of an assistant because even though this technique is the easiest and least painful way to get rid of mats it takes a lot of patience. Place the cat in a standing position with its side facing you.

Shave downward from front to back. Cat matted fur can be a real problem for cat owners and it can be difficult to keep mats at bay or get rid of them especially if your cat is particularly sensitive to brushing or clipping. But if you find places where the mats are thicker then you should use a cat brush with teeth you should remember to hold the fur that is close to your cat s skin with your fingers before brushing out the mats. You will be able to untangle and clear out the knots in your cat s coats with combing.

Mats are clumps of hair that have become entangled or knotted over time. See our related article for much more about the causes of matted hair in cats. Indoor only and shorthaired cats can also get mats from a buildup of dust and dander. While the most certain way to get rid of a stubborn tangle or mat cutting should usually be your last option.

Take things slowly and don t be surprised if you can t remove all the mats in one sitting.