Is there a lotion such as Nair that can be used on cats with terrible hair mats?

Question

I have a Persian that has terrible mats and he won't tolerate siccors or brushing

Answer 1

No luck with lotion,but i found some detanglers for you :)
http://search.live.com/results.aspx?q=detangler+easily+removes+matted+hair+from+cats&mkt=en-us&FORM=OPNSCH
Synergy Labs
... friendly formula is safe for dogs, cats, puppies ... Removes coat stains and yellowing from ... Quickly detangles matted hair and imparts a ...

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Bob's Sharp All Shampoo Page
Econo Bath rinses easily and ... Scissoring Spray and Detangler is perfectly safe for dogs or cats and is excellent for detangling matted coats. Can be used on wet or dry hair ... conditions, removes mats, and ...

www.bobssharpall.com/shampoos.htm · Cached page
JazFurbies
Econo Bath rinses easily and ... conditions, removes mats, and ... Scissoring Spray and Detangler is perfectly safe for dogs or cats and is excellent for detangling matted coats. Can be used on wet or dry hair ...

www.jazfurbies.com/bark2basics.html
Rain Forest Pet Supplies
Mountain Mist Freshening Detangler ... up even the most clingy, matted-in hair! ... The Vista Mini Flea Comb easily removes irritating fleas ...

www.rainforestpetsupplies.com/catgroomingsupplies.htm · Cached page

Answer 2

Dont use NAIR.. it may burn its skin.
Go to the pet store and get a "mat comb". Good for long haired cats, Persians and such.
The comb had a 'blade" on one side, that will not cut the skin, but will break the knot in the mat and not "pull" on the hair either- as most cats don't enjoy the tugging and may get "pissy"

Answer 3

ouch, sounds like you either have a chemical burn from the product and you can get them even if it's the recommended time they say on the package, it just might not be the right time for your own body, or it's a severe allergic reaction. Either way it will hurt like the dickens. First off I would put cool cloths on the area, ice inside a washcloth or towel on the area, don't put the ice directly on it as the harsh ice against the burn isn't too good, it can damage the skin. I would go to one of the stores near you, drug store, walmart most places sell it and get either solarcain or ICE sunburn remedy, ANY product that is meant for burns that contains lidocaine will help soothe the pain. Put the product on and cover the area with a gauze bandage, they have some that self stick or you can use soft cotton covered with non-irritating tape of some sorts. You can take benedryl and ibuprofen for the pain and inflammation. If it's not better in 48 hours go to the doctor as burns can become bacterial infections very easy. Wear loose clothing too so nothing rubs on the burn and bandage. Keep it covered for the first 24 hours.

Answer 4

You should not use solutions such as Nair on animals it is not designed for that. Nair removes hair completely its not a detangler. Try a pet store and see if they have detangler. for PETS. If not take the cat to a groomer and they can figure out the proper way to deal with the Matt's.

Answer 5

take the cat to the vet!!!! not the groomer, the vet...
if you simply cant, take a qtip and barely touch the center of the mat, GENTLY work it out with your fingers, maybe some cooking oil... kep in mind NAIR WILL BURN YOUR CATS SKIN!!!! so be VERY VERY carefull if you try to do it that way... what yopu want to do is get the mat worked up just enough to be able to cut it off, without pulling the skin.... cats skins are VERY sensitive, picture someone pulling your pubic hairs....

Answer 6

Take the cat to a groomer. They will comfortably be able to get the mats outs. After that, use a comb on the cat to keep them from coming back.

Answer 7

You really don't want to use nair on a cat. #1 their hair will fall out, #2 - they lick it and can get sick. Try a small amount of dilluted conditioner in a spray bottle, work it through and then rinse it well.

Answer 8

NAIR IS TOXIC TO CATS!! don't use it. It can create severe burns and can if digested kill your cat. If you take your cat to the vet they can give it a small amount of sedation and that will make the clipping of fur less stressful for your cat.

Answer 9

no, no, no, you can't use anything like that on animals. If you can't use scissors, take your cat to the groomer. Mats are very bad for cats, they pull on their skin and it hurts them. You should get it taken care of asap

Answer 10

You are an idiot if you think you can use Nair on an animal. If you can't handle grooming it, take it to a groomer.