People might be surprised at just how much fur one cat can actually shed. Long-haired breeds produce a lot of fur, but even short-haired cats can shed astonishing volumes of the stuff. Is there anything you can do to keep the situation under control?
A lot of basic grooming is taken care of by the cat itself, as it licks the fur to keep it shiny and clean and lying straight. But some cats could use help, even with that. If they shed a lot, the constant grooming can result in hairballs as they swallow massive amounts of fur. And sometimes they can't groom well enough to undo tangles, which lead to uncomfortable mats that just keep growing.
It's also important that you do your part to keeping your cat well groomed. Regular brushing or combing with the right cat grooming tools will not only stimulate the cat's skin, promoting circulation and good fur growth, but it will loosen fur that's ready to shed. You can gather handfuls that might otherwise go into kitty's tummy. And while some cats aren't thrilled about being brushed, others love it so much that they lie down and stretch in ecstasy.
But even with regular combing, sometimes you will see that mats will form. These can build up in regions where the cat can't easily groom: the bottom of the tail, the inside of the rear legs, and so forth. Mats can also arise in spots where the cat lies down, for instance, down their left side if they most often lie down on that area.
Some of these mats, being made of dead, loose fur, come loose fairly easily if worked at with a brush or even the fingers. Be careful, though, not to pull at them too hard, in case you really hurt the skin. But other mats get too large or well anchored to come off without a lot of work. And some simply have to be cut out.
Sometimes, to be safe, it's best simply to visit the vet, and let him or her do the cutting in a secure way. And once that's done, you can pay special attention to keeping that area brushed, so the mats don't form again. Or you can get rid of them sooner, before they get so big.
The key thing is that the cat's coat is kept in good condition. By combing and keeping it free of tangles, you can help diminish hairballs, accelerate healthy growth, and provide your kitty a gorgeous coat it can be happy about.
When it comes to keeping your pet happy and healthy there is nothing more important than proper grooming. Whether you take your pet to a professional groomer, do the job yourself, or call up a mobile pet grooming service, you are demonstrating your love and affection for your pet. Learn more about how to care for your pet at the Pets Grooming site.
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