How To Get Rid Of Mats On Long Haired Cats

Most mats will come out with brushing but hard mats can require extra work.

How to get rid of mats on long haired cats.

The reason mats develop is that cats naturally shed their dead outer fur to make room for newer hair to grow. Indoor only and shorthaired cats can also get mats from a buildup of dust and dander. Mats are clumps of hair that have become entangled or knotted over time. Start by holding the hair below the mat close to the skin and separate the tangled fur.

If your cat has sections of matted fur you can probably take care of the problem yourself. If the mat isn t too big or too tight the best way to tackle it is to work it apart with your fingers. Take your feline to the vet or groomer if you can t untangle the stubborn mats. Use a metal mat comb for cats to detach the smaller tangles.

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. De matting a cat is typically not a fun experience for the feline or the human. See our related article for much more about the causes of matted hair in cats. In this video dr jones shows you the quick and easy way to remove you.

If her fur is bad enough that the mat is just one giant stretch of knotted hair that s a situation that probably calls for a professional as shaving her fur might be necessary. Next apply an oil based detangling spray to loosen the fur. Mats are clumps of hair that form when loose hair gets tangled onto the rest of your cat s fur.