I admit I don't brush him every day, but I would if he didn't have this problem, how can I rid the poor guy of all these knots, I've tried to cut them out with scissors, but I can't get all of it because it begins too close to his skin, he is a long haired cat, Please help me to help him. thanks
2006-07-11 16:46:06 · 9 answers · asked by Snurpy 2 in Pets ➔ Cats
If the mats aren't too bad, you may be able to loosen up or even remove the smaller ones with a slicker brush - have your groomer or vet show you what it looks like and how to use it.
If the mats are too big or too tight to brush out, have the cat clipped - again, a groomer may be needed. Please do not try to use scissors because many cats get cut this way and then they have to go in for stitches.
Once the mats are gone you will find a lot of irritated skin and dandruff; this will clear up with time but a soothing shampoo may help. After that, be sure to use both the soft brush and slicker brush regularly to remove loose hair before it mats. If your cat is getting chubby, he may need even more help grooming himself.
2006-07-11 17:04:38 · answer #1 · answered by dukefenton 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You may have to resort to going to a groomer. You can try a matt comb which has blades on one side of the teeth. Try not to pull the matt while working the blades at the base of the matt. Once you are rid of the matts use a shedding slicker a couple times a week to remove dead hair. This will prevent the formation of future matts.
2006-07-11 16:52:24 · answer #2 · answered by sadie27 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take him to a groomer if you don't feel comfortable shaving him yourself. I know I felt uneasy about shaving my long haired cat. I didn't want to hurt him! Once he is free of tangles, brush him often. He'll be a lot more comfortable when his knots are gone.
2006-07-11 17:34:21 · answer #3 · answered by Jenn Marie 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you MUST brush him every day!! even x2!!!....he has formed matts...and cannot be comfortable...think of your hair all snarled up...not good!!
....brushing is the only way to prevent this from happening again...yeah there are they fancy conditioners(do not waste yer $)
they DO sell a brush that is supposed to "dematt"...has lil razor blade like teeth....but you to not want to hurt him....i would suggest taking him to a professional groomer!....if all else fails shave him and start again....but if u DO shave him....he will be embarrassed i am sure and not too happy so beware...good luck
2006-07-11 16:56:38 · answer #4 · answered by lawumun 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My one long haired cat gets that all you can do is cut them out. Do try to brush him often though.
2006-07-11 16:50:56 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I know this sounds drastic, but SHAVE HIM! The fur WILL grow back, brush him everyday, regularly. He should be fine then. Trust me. If you don't, he will develop sores and infections that may take a long time to heal.
2006-07-11 16:50:45 · answer #6 · answered by Alex 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They need to be clipped out with clippers(shavers). If you dont your cat can get sores under them. You are supposed to brush a cat everyday so this doesnt happen.
2006-07-11 16:50:48 · answer #7 · answered by spaceytracey3 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Scissors don't work? Try the good old electric shaver. Hope it works out, I had one like this, too.
2006-07-11 16:49:36 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
give him a hair cut!
2006-07-11 16:49:25 · answer #9 · answered by spatula_warrior 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋