This is a step by step guide that will cover the basics of persian cat grooming.
How to groom a matted persian cat.
Affected cats are lightly sedated and their hair coats are shaved to remove all affected mats.
Grooming your persian cat is a great bonding moment.
When grooming your persian cat it is important to start with their nails.
Brush the matted hair away from the cat s anus.
Brush your cat s fur frequently.
Keep the cat comfortable by offering treats and praises.
The more exposure your cat has to grooming the more familiar and comfortable they will become with the process which will make grooming your cat easier on both of you.
If this drastic step is necessary be sure to maintain a regular program of brushing and combing when the coat grows back to prevent future problems.
If removing matted hair from a persian kitten use a pair of round tipped scissors.
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We are going to focus on fur eye ear and nail grooming.
It is best to start routine grooming maintenance when they are young kittens.
Seriously matted cats require veterinary attention.
As you move to the other grooming steps.
There are many cat grooming salons that offer to de mat your cat for you.
Once you have your supplies you can start properly grooming your persian cat.
Lift the tail with one hand and run the brush gently over the mats pulling as much loose hair out of the clump as possible.
Some mats may loosen with a few strokes but stop brushing if the hair doesn t move or the cat seems uncomfortable.
Brush your shorthaired cat one to three times per week.
Be sure to cut as little hair as possible else risk having a persian cat that is bald in some areas.
Matted fur is when clumps of cat fur appear to be stuck or grouped together.
In this video dr jones shows you the quick and easy way to remove you.
Matting can affect both longhaired and shorthaired cats and it s important that all cats get frequent grooming from their owners.
The problem with matted fur is it leads to discomfort for your cat because it s unable to groom itself properly.