How To Get Matted Hair Untangled On A Cat

This remedy is also beneficial for detangling pet hair.

How to get matted hair untangled on a cat.

Unless your cat enjoys being brushed she might snap at you or attempt to gash you with her claws. Just remember to hold the base of the cat s fur and skin to reduce pain and pulling. The oil will help loosen the knots and untangle the fur. Try to brush out the tangles.

Put on a pair of gloves before you start removing your kitty s mats. If all these methods are still unsuccessful you can use an electric razor clippers to cut the mats out. Apply a bit of powder cornstarch or talcum powder in the matted areas of your cat brushing it with your fingers. After waiting several minutes gently untangle the easiest knots with your fingers.

Gently pull the mat up away from the skin so you can see where the skin is. To untangle severely matted hair start by applying a deep conditioner or a detangling spray to your damp hair. To untangle stubborn mats you can use coconut oil. Use a de matting brush or comb specifically for your cat s hair length.

Detangling matted hair is also easier with cornstarch powder. Sprinkle cornstarch powder into the scalp. Cover the matted area liberally with coconut oil. This is a brush with recessed blades that will cut the hair as you brush.

Use a metal mat comb for cats to detach the smaller tangles. You can then use your fingers a pick or a wide toothed comb to remove the mats. Use a bit of conditioner by spraying it on smaller mats. It s particularly helpful if you can get under the mat.

Before moving on to more specialized equipment you can try after using your fingers to brush out mats and knots with a regular cat brush or wide toothed comb. Prepare the matted area sprinkle a little cornstarch or talcum powder in the area of the mat and gently work it around with your fingers. If the cat resists take a break and speak in a soothing voice petting the cat until it relaxes. Grasp the fur closest to the skin and below the tangled area with your free hand in order to limit tugging on the skin.

Next use a wide toothed comb to brush the ends of your hair slowly working upward to release the knots. Pull the mat away from the skin so you know where your cat s skin is. Baby oil is also safe for your pet even if they tend to lick the oil off their skin and fur. Next apply an oil based detangling spray to loosen the fur.

Untangle hair with cornstarch.