Beautiful flame-point Siamese, medium-length, fine fur which gets matted and tangly, almost like dreadlocks. Anyone know the cause or if there is a long-term cure other than brushing all the time? She's eight, and this just started two months ago. No recent change in diet, residence, overall health. Thanks in advance!
2007-02-01 10:33:52 · 13 answers · asked by umlando 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
If nothing has changed at home, definitely get your kitty to the Dr. it could be something serious, as strange as it sounds cuz her hair is messy. But it could be a sign that she isn't groomin' herself cuz she doesn't feel well
2007-02-09 03:15:54 · answer #1 · answered by Peachy Keen 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Are you keeping her brushed and combed//(I'm assuming you are)Maybe some of the wipes that you can use for cats would work. You may need to start to use a matting comb, but be careful,as there is a cutting blade that could cut your cat if you are not careful. Also sometimes the only thing you can do is cut out the mats, if they are especially bad.
2007-02-01 19:05:28 · answer #2 · answered by Kitty Mom 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I had a Persian and if we didn't brush him everyday he would have mats in his hair. I'm not sure why all of the sudden your cat would start having mats, maybe it's a change in her behavior, less running around and more sleeping etc. But I would just try a bath and lots of brushing. Hope this helps you out.
2007-02-06 11:36:12 · answer #3 · answered by percsrock2000 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a chocolate point and a lynx point and have never had this problem. If there has been no change in diet, I would think either it got into something it shouldn't have and although they wouldn't like it bathe them or they have an underlying health issue. I would have them checked by a vet.
2007-02-01 18:42:58 · answer #4 · answered by Michelle 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd take her to the vet. If your brushing habits haven't changed, then your cat's grooming habits *have* changed. Changes in grooming habits should always be pointed out to the vet, just to rule out underlying health problems. Cats are very good at hiding illness and pain, so it's possible you wouldn't notice. I don't want to alarm you, but just take her to the vet and rule out a health problem.
2007-02-07 14:19:01 · answer #5 · answered by Liza 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Is your cat overweight or unable to lick her fur where it is being matted? Matted fur can be caused by not being able to lick the area. I'm not sure of any other reasons for this.
2007-02-08 23:54:00 · answer #6 · answered by I Like Grapes 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
She may not be cleaning herself properly if it just started. I'd take her to the vet first to rule out any problems. If not then it's just a matter of doing kitty maintenance, brushing each day.
2007-02-09 11:16:58 · answer #7 · answered by Jenny-fer 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i have a cat that has gum disease. if your cat recently stopped cleaning herself,her teeth might be bad. if she drools,has bad breath,and stays to herself,these are signs of this terrible illness. giving a bath,or spraying her fur,with a coat conditioner until the mats are saturated,will be the easiest way to get the mats out. good luck!!!
2007-02-08 21:58:46 · answer #8 · answered by stacy 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
it could be that her coat is dirty. try to give her a bath. i know this seems crazy. and make sure u brush it at least once every day and if u see it getting tangled during the day take the time to brush out the tangles
2007-02-01 18:40:10 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope, all you really need is just to take her to the vet and get her checked out, or you could just treat her with medication shampoo for dogs and cats, or you could just talk to the vet about some medicine for her. GOOD LUCK.
2007-02-08 12:59:08 · answer #10 · answered by asher_smith15 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋