2007-02-17 01:39:47 · 4 answers · asked by Vanessa K 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
First of all the most likely reason why this happened is not only because you didn't brush you Persian enough but also because his/her coat was dirty.
When a persian or himalayan's long flowing coat gets dirty it is more prone to matting because the hair has something to mat together with (dirt)
At this point, it is too late to bath the cat and get his/her coat in better health. A visit to the groomer is definetly in order so they can shave down the coat and start over.
Once you are dealing with a new, much shorter coat you MUST brush daily and give your baby regular baths. Also, some things that have help in regards to my Himmies coat is Bathing Powder. Bathing Powder is a powder you sprinkle on your cat during brushing. This keeps the mat forming oils at bay between baths.
As for other grooming tools and procedures, get yourself a slicker brush and a comb with wide teeth at one end and fine teeth at the other.
Brush the coat entirely with the slicker first, follow up with the wide portion of the comb and then the fine toothed part. Pay special attention to places prone to matting like the underside, behind the ears and the fringe. This procedure, although time consuming with definetly make sure you do not get mats again.
Another useful tool is a dematting tool which is great for early formed mats. It literally rips the mats apart without hurting your kitty. Remember you must hold the mat at the skin white using this tool so you don't hurt the cat.
It is too late for the matting tool right now so you better bring the cat to a proffessional to lessen any suffering your cat has to endure.
Hope this Info helps!!!
2007-02-17 05:36:59 · answer #1 · answered by crystalsgrooming 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to have the animal shaved completely. Mats can cause horrible open sores and skin infections that result in patches of hair loss.
After her hair grows back in you'll need to brush her atleast every other day, every day if she's out side. This way mats wont have a chance to form again.
2007-02-17 09:52:37 · answer #2 · answered by amosunknown 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
This has happened to one of my cats, he had to go to the vet and get groomed because we ran the risk of cutting his skin because the mat was so close to it. And if your cat is a little freaked out by it they can also give some sedative, which a groomer can't offer. You may not want to attempt cutting it out yourself, unless you feel extremely confident.
2007-02-17 09:52:39 · answer #3 · answered by nosey girl 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when ou Himalayan was matted that bad, we had him shaved by a groomer then as his hair grew back, we made sure to take extra care to brush daily
2007-02-17 09:47:21 · answer #4 · answered by Jenni 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋