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Using sharp blunt-nosed scissors carefully slide the scissors along the skin into the mat holding them perpendicular to the skin. Run the bottom blade of the scissors along the underside of the mat then gently tug at your hair to remove loose strands.
If you use a detangling spray only purchase a product made for cats.
How to detangle cat hair. To detangle cat fur examine the whole cat for matted fur and try to break it up with your fingers. If you cannot untangle everything that way use a brush to gently break up the ends of the mat working inward. Really stubborn mats can be broken up with specialized mat rakes or by cutting the mat out with a pair of scissors.
Another common household item that can be used to treat tangles in cat hair is baby oil. It works on the same principal as olive oil and coconut oil. It increases the lubrication of the hair in the mat making it easier to work out.
If you choose to try baby oil we advise you apply a teaspoon directly to the matted area. The TropiClean Tangle Remover is easy to use as it doesnt require you to get your cat to take a bath and doesnt require any rinsing. All you need to do is simply spray the formula liberally on the tangled hairs and gently massage it into the pets coat.
Let the hairs absorb the liquid. To help you make sure that everything is there heres a list of all the items and equipment youll need while detangling your cats hair. A bag of the cats favorite treats.
A bottle of pet-safe talcum powder or cornstarch. Detangling spray for cats. A pet grooming brush.
The main ways to remove matted cat hair are combing and cutting. The tools you have to use depends on the size of the matted cat hair. The simplest solution we will give you is try and brush through your cats mats.
Lots of times cat owners are able to work through the knots by gently brushing through the mats. Hopefully lots of the mats will detangle. If your cat simply has some tangles get on them right now.
Brush from the top of the tangle down to the skin. A brush and comb designed for human use wont work. Go to the pet store and get a mat buster a furminator comb a comb designed specifically for long hair cat and a brush.
To avoid pulling the skin look for knots on your cats fur and gently detangle it with your fingers and then with a mat comb for cats. If you use a detangling spray only purchase a product made for cats. Your feline will likely find this routine a soothing experience.
For Really Bad Mats. At times matted cat hair could be impossible to detangle. Apply a bit of powder cornstarch or talcum powder in the matted areas of your cat brushing it with your fingers.
Use a bit of conditioner by spraying it on SMALLER mats. Pull the mat away from the skin so you know where your cats skin is. Do this step gently so as not to harm or shock your cat.
Keeping your cat well groomed is Furminators goal when you purchase their products. This brush works the best on medium long and curly coats. The brush is mainly aimed at dogs but it is also usable on cats.
The main use of this brush is to remove mats and tangles in the fur without damaging the coat in the process. There are a few common causes for matted hair forming in cats. Some cats have fine fur which tangles very easily.
This may be specific to the individual more so than the breed. If this is the case then a strict grooming schedule will keep the mats at bay. When cats shed the loose hairs that fall get tangled in their coats especially for long-haired cats.
Brushing can prevent most mats even in breeds predisposed to them such as Persians. Daily brushing not only prevents tangles it prevents skin disease and hairballs as well. Look for combs specifically made for your kittys coat type.
Short-haired cats do well with slicker type brushes whereas long-haired cats require long-toothed combs. Cut the Mat. Using sharp blunt-nosed scissors carefully slide the scissors along the skin into the mat holding them perpendicular to the skin.
The bottom blade should slide along the skin. Cut up into the mat. Make a clean cut and try not to pull the hair while cutting.
You can detangle your hair no matter how severely matted it is. Model of hair interesting definitely will add impact positive in you. Just run the bottom blade of the scissors along the underside of the.
Use a comb to comb hair. Another tip for how to detangle severely matted hair is to apply a drop of oil or conditioner here or there while combing. So once the hair is damp apply a generous amount of moisturizing conditioner or detangler to coat your hair eg hair detangling spray.
Apply the product from the ends of your damp hair and work it up to the roots. If you wish its okay to avoid your roots and scalp. Apply dry conditioner on top of each knot and tangle and follow the product instructions.
Let it act for the recommended time. The cats fur will be softer and easier to manage. Carefully brush the animals fur with the comb.
This is the trickiest part because cats dont usually tolerate their hair being pulled. You will need to use a human comb as well as a cat brush for their hair. Start by brushing through it with the cat brush as much as you can being gentle.
This will remove any of the small knots. Next take the comb and go through the. Open a pair of scissors and hold your hair tight with your other hand.
Run the bottom blade of the scissors along the underside of the mat then gently tug at your hair to remove loose strands. Use a wide-toothed comb until the severe mats and tangles have been straightened out.