Is it okay to completely shave a long haired cat if it has hairball problems?

Answer 1

...well that sounds a little extreme to me.
Did you try changing the diet.

I'd be careful shaving it especially in the winter because it may get cold.


If you're going to insist on shaving it though leave fur in some areas such as the entire head, tail, and paws so that at least those parts will be warm.

Answer 2

Absolutely! I shave my kitty every spring and through the summer and he loves it! I would hesitate to shave him during the cold months though. There is a hairball remedy available over the counter from your vet's office that will help with the fur balls. It's a past you squeeze out of a tube and give the the cat. You can probably find some at a pet store as well. But shaving your cat is definitely alright! It's cute too.

Answer 3

Not a problem at all. I do it all the time with my two long hairs, and my mothers does with her's one of which is a Persian mix. Try a hairball diet, as well. Be aware, however, that a few things can result - black haired cats can grow back greyish, white haired cats can grow back tannish, and some grow back with more or less full fur (it all just depends). If the are indoor/outdoor cats I would advise only do this in the Summer. Even so, winter cold indoors and AC in the summer can leave them extra cold, so pay attention and make sure they have extra nests with wool or chanelle blankets.

Answer 4

Well you could shave them when it is summer but its winter so it will be best if you just brush daily, trim your cat, or you can also give them this medicine that helps them with hairball problems. You mix it in your cats food and they still eat it. I give this to my cat and it really helps him. he used to get a lot of hairballs and he used to cough a lot until i gave him the medicine. just incase you want to buy it the medicine is called Petromalt and it is cheap too.

Answer 5

NO! Why punish the cat. All you have to do is take a fine tooth comb and comb it daily to get the finer loose hairs out of the fur. I also bathe my cats every few weeks, they love it and with the brushing and blow drying after the shower, the loose hair is greatly reduced. I've also noticed that my cats don't lick themselves or each other nearly as much as other cats I've seen that don't get baths regularly. Just take a more active role in your cats hygiene and grooming and all should be fine, or at least much better.

Answer 6

Before you shave your cat try feeding it Science Diet Hairball Control. It is still save to shave it if you want to as long as it is an indoor cat. Removing his fur and sending him outdoors regardless of the temperature can cause its body to go into shock.

Answer 7

No! the cat might get cold or something. There is medicine for hairball. Before you make any decision try something else.

Answer 8

EASY ANSWER, NO MESS! Besides, yes ugh, brushing a cat that probably will claw you to bits, you should also give it a teaspoon of mineral oil twice each month. It helps move things along and keeps the hair from staying together inside of your cat. Also gives it a healthier shine in the coat and keeps food from sticking to it's teeth. Once again, that is also including brushing your not-so-thrilled cat.

Answer 9

yea, there is this cut for longhaired cats call the lion cut. The cat will so very funny after he/she get the cut and there is shaving involved, but will help with hair and hairball problems.

Answer 10

utilising the right variety of comb will shrink any mats, particularly while carried out often. You do want one designed for long haired cats. Groomers will bill you, and the fur will develop returned, and the cycle keeps. Regardless, your cat will adjust. yet with suitable grooming by skill of your self, journeys to a groomer won't in any respect be mandatory, and your cat will develop a bigger bond with you. Brushes with prongs on one area paintings particularly properly. The prongs get via to the undercoat, and the comb takes to the air floor fur.