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Safe Mat Removal for Long Haired Cats with Melissa Verplank

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In this safe mat removal video sneak peek you will find a golden nugget of grooming advice that you can use in the salon tomorrow! Learn how to groom dogs and cats has dog grooming videos for every level of groomer. New videos are added each week. Dog and cat grooming videos feature the top training partners in the grooming business. Sign UP today.

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@loisarrowsmith9520 8 лет назад

Wow, your cat is very patient & tolerant. None of my cats would be cooperative :(

@ginagb7323 10 лет назад

Yeah, it's all fair and well if your cat sits calmly like that cute marshmallow the whole time. But what if my cat doesn't sit still, or attacks my hands when I brush her?

@OzzicatAu 10 лет назад

Moosey, see my reply to Ellie, might help xx

@OWK000 6 лет назад

I have home groomed my own personal adopted stray long hair cat as well as cats i have cat sit. Cat temperaments vary so groom in whatever place or situation calms them down. I like to groom cats while the are standing up because as long as the paws are on the ground they can't slash you. Some cats like to eat while they are groomed. Obviously, its best to start grooming a cat while a young kitten, but I have had to groom unexperienced (rescue?) cats and its best to just keep grooms short and frequent. . . eventually the cat will appreciate your efforts. My personal kitty eventually would beg for flea combing in front of his food bowl even when he wasn't hungry. Another cat I sit finally let me open his thighs and groom his inner thigh belly area. This kind of thing takes at least a year to achieve with a cat that is an adult and groomer inexperienced. Some people are just in too much of a hurry. Cat can't stand grooming any more than you can. . . so keep it short and gentle. . . or as long as kitty is comfortable.

@summersout1 5 лет назад

GB GB Mine bites and attacks the comb lol

@maureenregan3494 8 лет назад

Gorgeous girl! When she licks her lips a lot that means she IS having some pain. I use the corner of a hair clipper to buzz off the mats on my ragdoll mixes completely pain free and they have so much fur you can't see where it's been buzzed. You do a very good job but it's not pain free when it's combed out. My cats would sit well for me too and lick their lips often and a groomer told me why they lick is b/c there is pain for them. I felt bad so I switched over to spot buzzing with a clipper. Much faster too! They don't have to sit as long. I don't buzz to the skin, only the mat.

@marymorris8442 2 года назад

This is the best way! No pain when it is buzzed off.

@681726 10 лет назад

You make it look so easy. I wish I could do this same.

@adrianajimenez4342 4 года назад

Omg She's the most adorable kitty!!!

@MichelleJarni 8 лет назад

Gah there's no way my cat would let me spend this much time with a comb on her....

@paragonschoolofpetgrooming 8 лет назад

+Michelle Jarni It takes a lot of practice! Don't give up.

@katysmobilepetspatrumbauer6476 5 лет назад

I totally agree it takes a lot of patience but it will pay off in the end!! :)

@OrthodoxBeards 3 года назад

@@paragonschoolofpetgrooming it's not about practice or patience. When you have a cat that won't sit still for you to brush them at all let alone remove mats, you have a cat that ends up with mats you can't remove easily.

@LtZerge 8 лет назад

Nice! My cat tends to build his matts really REALLY close to the skin when they happen so it's really hard to get at them without making him irritated. He normally loves some brushy-brushy otherwise. Usually happens around the groin region which already sensitive and hard to get at.

@TheMandy1333 7 лет назад

Pat Samson my cat has also mats that are very close to her skin

@AG.Floats 7 лет назад

mandy carey mine too I'm struggling right now...

@joyceesan6156 5 лет назад

Pat Samson mine too! Its too close to her skin and I’m afraid to cut it. It can’t be remove just by combing the hair. It looks painful too. I don’t think I can comb my cat that hard.

@joevans27 5 лет назад

Those mats are near the ends. My cat has mat very low down the ones on his chest under his fluff are actual right on skin like he has lumpy skin there that low down. How can I get those out as I daren't even put scissors there?

@VinWhiteartistry 8 лет назад

What a little angel!

@ThaOneChrisJONES 8 лет назад

Unfortunately, my cat gets SUPER matted in many places ( behind his ears, big mats around his stomach/rib area, in his inner thighs etc... ) but he's NOT a cat that likes being held and has anxiety when being held, making it RIDICULOUSLY impossible to comb out his mats....

@casagrandecats 15 лет назад

the key is to start when they are young. also, when bathing if you use a conditioner it helps to p,revent mats.

@twstf8905 2 года назад

Haha that's the fluffiest cat I've ever seen! 🤣 I thought my cat was a fur-ball!!

@vegasjill21 11 лет назад

I left my long haired cat with my brother for 3 months and when I got back she is so matted. Bug chunks of rats all over her!! She is 15 BUT so ferral still that I have such a hard time doing anything for her that she needs,Like eye drops!! The vet says sometimes you just can't take the ferral out of a cat. So I just do what I can for her. Almost no one would have wanted her so I kept her. Poor little girl..she is so afraid. I just let her come to me when she wants but I cannot pick her up.

@piasillo 9 лет назад

best one I've seen so far

@sweetkitty1967 15 лет назад

What a well-behaved kitty! I wish all kitties acted like this. :o)

@suzanlund999 8 лет назад

Thank you for this video. I'm not a groomer but I've been feeding a very friendly long haired stray. The poor thing is full of mats. When he/she becomes a little more accustomed to being petted by me I'm going to try this technique.

@1checkoutmyvids 6 лет назад

Thank you...I have worked personally with two Scottish Folds that are my daughter's kitties....to the point of giving a lion's cut...the anatomy and disposition of a cat is something that requires skill, patience, methodical attention, and love. Your tips have helped greatly. I was using a dematting tool or cutting out mats as well (they were pretty heavy), but with a long toothed comb ...this makes practical sense. Again, thanks much!

@calebhuffstutter 2 года назад

Wow great idea I think you so much for the video! My tuxedo ragamuffin is going to have a new suit tonight!

@jennyv3192 10 лет назад

My cat was very territorial with his fur. When I cut out mats, or brushed his fur, he would get irritable and scratch and bite if he watched. I used to always put him in a position where he wouldn't see the fur come out, and if he tried to see what's happening then I would quickly move his head away. But obviously with him squirming around, juggling all of that was always a difficult task. I would try to get someone to hold him while I dealt with the fur. That always worked great because the person would comfort him with pets and scratching, while keeping his site away from the mat cutting.

@EHD351 5 лет назад

I have to start with a petting session to relax her, then make sure I hold the base of the fur so I don't pull her very sensitive (in places) skin. Thanks. Good Video.

@michaeldodd3563 11 лет назад

My flame point would use his claws as a pick...and pick your skin off your arms while attempting this... Anna is a very well behaved

@hananhafizal6447 4 года назад

That cat is so adorable

@TomKirkman1 3 года назад

This is really the best way to rid a cat's fur of mats. Technique is everything.

@YounesLifts 11 лет назад

my cat would've scratched the shit out of me any tips for calming a cat ?

@banditbuddies728 4 года назад

My vet gave my cat some calming pills for next time I take her in.. they got tired of her attacking them but once I have her some she was really calm and sleepy

@DembaiVT 15 лет назад

That is the calmest cat in the universe...

@rosexo5778 8 лет назад

Thank u heaps! I wil try that. But wat about matts that are so tight and up close to the skin?? Can u still do this method??

@joevans27 5 лет назад

Brenda J I use scissors on ones not on the skin but my cats got chest ones that are so tight to the skin under his fluff we actually was worried it was lumps under his skin at first. How would I remove those? TIA

@werenotlosers 5 лет назад

How do I find those brushes? I'm trying to become a groomer and my cat has really bad knots close to her skin

@MoonrisingUK 15 лет назад

Agree it's a very calm cat, but it's good to see a video showing a good matt-removal technique

@masfzn9680 7 лет назад

what's the cat high on ? my cat will kill me if I do that :/

@TheMandy1333 7 лет назад

mas fzn truee

@mikehascats26 7 лет назад

buy a cat grooming bag and muzzle from amazon

@ameg2707 6 лет назад

Persians and himmies in general are very calm and will allow you to work on them, specially if they were trained by their breeder at early ages.

@purpleglitter7 12 лет назад

Awww what a sweet kitty! She must be made of glitter and rainbows. :D Thanks for the awesome advice btw!

@SleeplessSwan7 7 лет назад

This made me laugh quite hysterically.

@TealCheetah 4 года назад

What a calm cat!

@boe1956 6 лет назад

To give a cat a break especially if matting has gotten out of hand, you can also do half one day, and finish up the next day. Or if it is really bad, only do 1/4 portion of your cat over a period of 4 days, so they don't get to stressed out. Cat will be much happier than having to endure an hour of pulling and containment(meaning making it stay in one place in one position) while u try to groom the whole cat in one sitting. I groom 5-10 min every day so i never have a matting problem ever, which becomes a nice special kitty time rather than a horror for my cat. Just give your cat 5 min a day and u won't have an abundance of matting issues.

@infinitemonkey917 7 лет назад

yeah my cat won't just lay there like that either. Unfortunately when it storms her instinct is to retreat outside under the house where it gets wet. This is because she was born under a house 14 yrs ago.

@infinitemonkey917 7 лет назад

I usually use blunt end scissors but think I will try the comb and scissors method

@infinitemonkey917 7 лет назад

I suppose a little bald spot is better than a mat ?

@mikehascats26 7 лет назад

buy a cat grooming bag and muzzle from amazon

@saraallison9469 6 лет назад

ddemantos keep your cats inside

@ILOVEMARILYNMANSON89 8 лет назад

whenever my cat gets mats around her neck she is extremely happy to let me pull them out with my hands. they are usually loose and i notice them right away so that helps. she actually enjoys it.

@paragonschoolofpetgrooming 8 лет назад

+ILOVEMARILYNMANSON89 That's terrific! It's so much easier when a cat enjoys the process.

@iambettsygirl 6 лет назад

I just need to know why your cat isn't ripping your arm off. My Louie has some mats on his belly that I NEED to deal with but I've got to get some good strong elbow length work gloves first :)

@ellierobins561 10 лет назад

and what the hell do I do when my cat tries to bite me when I'm not even brushing out a mat, but simply giving his un-knotted fur a nice brushing?

@GoldenPlaypen 13 лет назад

Thnx for the tip of using the comb as a pick!!

@LuigiTheHeadcrab 6 лет назад

My problem isn't the actual removal of the mats, it's getting my cat to let me even TRY to groom her! The mats around her hind legs and she doesn't tolerate any funny business down there!

@benicio1967 4 года назад

LuigiTheHeadcrab mine as well. I’m at a loss on what to do for her. It’s horrible.

@L0v3brittany 13 лет назад

I wish my cat was this chill

@colleenrussomarinabayprope7507 9 лет назад

Great safe way to remove mats from cats, thank you for posting this video !

@TheRestlessKind 12 лет назад

Fantastic video! I hope my new kitty will learn to sit still ilk ethos when I brush him

@lauragiron91 13 лет назад

nice, love the way your gentle with the cat n get the job done

@65motowngirl 11 лет назад

excellant instructions. Just what I was looking for. Now to find that comb. Pet Smart here I come.

@edithseelhoff750 7 лет назад

that is a beautiful persian she is kept very well

@Elmysticjuan 10 лет назад

Very helpful. Thank you. I have a lot of work to do.

@OrthodoxBeards 3 года назад

This cat was specifically bred to sit on the laps of humans and be handled. It probably cost someone quite a few Benjamins. The rest of us have half wild mutt cats that were probably rescued from the streets or other not great conditions. This isn't realistic.

@ALivelyTree 2 года назад

Thanks, that actually makes sense!

@BallymurphyBabe 5 лет назад

My cat bites me and growls so I can’t even attempt too

@marshmelons 11 лет назад

She's soooo cute!

@hanneloregunterbunn4224 7 лет назад

Habe auch eine Maine Coon der ist 6 Jahre alt, er macht mir viel freude . Liebe grüße aus Greiz -Thüringen

@jmbthecat3159 Год назад

What if the cat resists your grooming?

@tdesaul 12 лет назад

Nice cat. Nice Grooming job. I've been reviewing vids on how to brush out a cat and this is the best I've seen. I've been a groomer for over 20 years now and I totally agree with these products and methods. Thanks for posting this.

@alexandraclements1241 4 года назад

Easy for her to say her cat is chill

@hananhafizal6447 4 года назад

Coconut oil may help the matted furs become easier to comb out

@CapeCodRed47 7 лет назад

I've had my Himalyan for 1 week and 1 day. She belonged to another owner for 6 years. She is matted and eyes need to be cleaned but right now she is getting used to me as well as her new house. She hisses at me. How long will it be before she begins to be comfortable enough with me in order to either groom her myself or bring her to a groomer. She is getting to know the house...has found my couch, is eating, peeing, and pooping...but she does not like me!

@angelwood5050 6 лет назад

Christine Caines Hey I know this is old, but how are doing?

@pat4005 6 лет назад

Christine Caines Same with my tuxedo rescue kitty. But over time you can gradually win the kitty over at least to some extent. I’ve also heard success stories from others so I know it’s possible. First, if at all possible, take the kitty to the vet for a wellness check-up and see if there maybe a hidden medical problem causing her to be irritable. Next, I have a spare bedroom (his “safe place” where he feels is his own space away from the other 2 kitties (they are wonderful and are non-aggressive towards him but he is still fearful so there must have been some bad experience in his past). 3rd. In that room I have a mother cat pheromone wall outlet plug-in which works but may take up to a couple weeks. It took about a week for it to really show it was working but it was worth it. I have seen him many times lay near it so he does find it calming. He actually let me start petting him! And then a week later gave me kitty head-bumps and flopped next to me when I was on the bed! 4th. Play time together! This is the greatest bonding thing between you and your kitty! I see how they all love the fishy or birdie thing on the end of the long string attached to a pole. (Especially if it has feathers). Be sure to start slowly moving it around, say near them and drag it then stop, then move it suddenly to get their attention. Then start to swirl it slowly higher, then a quick movement like a figure 8 works well both on the floor and higher. Be sure to watch their eyes to see if they are following it and let them pounce on it and catch it! Let the kitty WIN! It builds self-esteem and you can have fun together and build trust. Don’t over-do it 15 mins is usually more than enough and be sure to have fresh water nearby for you kitty to drink after “hunting”. Along with an occasional treat!

@madisonhart2493 9 лет назад

thank you so much for the video. I have a cat that is a Persian and she has matting and I missplaced her comb. so I will be using a different comb this time :)

@larsjake 11 лет назад

WOW!!! What a very good cat! that cat is awesome!

@MegaSandyvagina 2 года назад

Sure looks easy with a docile cat. My cat bites and scratches me when I try to get the matted fur.

@Raven11847 4 года назад

I'd have bite marks, scratches, and blood running down both arms if I tried that on my cat PrimRose!! She goes to the Vet to be anesthetized/groomed when she's matted.

@mohdfakhroo6791 6 лет назад

What is the comb brand? Couldnt find it in any store

@paragonschoolofpetgrooming 6 лет назад

Hi Mohd, This Resco coarse comb has changed a little over the years since this video was made. You can get the same comb with a more ergonomic handle. Check out the Resco site for great product info.

@merryhunt9153 6 лет назад

I feel sure that this is hurting the cat at some point. I would have the cat shaved, then keep up with the brushing from then on.

@jovirockchick3537 11 лет назад

I have long haired cat and every time I brush her I get scratched or bitten its very hard

@veronicajanachovsky3577 Год назад

Where do I get one of those combs?

@Purrpetuity 2 года назад

My cat would never sit that still and always lunges to bite at the comb

@ziemianin 8 лет назад

Thank you! I'm going to give it my best shot..!

@Squarebulb 10 лет назад

Omg, that face. What a cutie!

@patouberlou454 7 лет назад

voilà un professionnel. qui garde le standard de la race en demelant la fourrure .👏👏

@JanColdwater 11 лет назад

Wow! What a good cat!

@BDiggityy 10 лет назад

What if the matting is super close to the skin?

@thickcaterpillargang9271 4 года назад

Yes I agree how the heck is your cat not freaking out?!?!

@jpgrcougar 10 лет назад

I have a long haired Norwegian Forest Cat. I brush her EVERY DAY ... and she still gets mats. Her son, another long hair (there were other sibs w/ short hair) also had them -- and he hated being brushed. She loves it, and this year, is her first w/ mats. I'm freaking out.. but she's not going for any of this.

@OzzicatAu 10 лет назад

I noticed if you brush long-haired they get mats even more often. I think it's because hair is very thin and it's easy to get mats. If mats does not come out, cut them. Be very careful not to cut skin! Better to live a bit of a mat than to make the cat bleed. When the mat is cut in half, it can be easier to brush it off. Do it slowly and make sure you hold the mat in your hand like shown in the video, so it's less irritating. xx Natalie

@lissashelle 4 года назад

@melissaverplank Hi, I was hoping if you could please let me know where I could purchase a comb like the one you are using in this video? Thank you very much.

@coffeecake8835 5 лет назад

That's how I comb out my curly hair!! 🤷‍♀️😆🐈❤

@themadcatlady 15 лет назад

If I did that to my persian she´d kill me. I just WISH she was as easy as this... I got a very similar comb too, with rotating spokes, but she just goes ballistic when I touch her with it anywhere else but her face! Will send you a video so you believe it...

@hardnecker4508 13 лет назад

My tortie tries to bite the shit out of me when I comb her. I have the same comb.

@sezums 13 лет назад

Thats what I call an expert. But my cat had matts close to his skin, I'm trying my best each day, :-( he loves being brushed X

@robsten5387 3 года назад

Its better to remove the mat completely using a scissor. The way you doing it, the mat will appear again in a few days.

@Cebuana7 12 лет назад

What a cute pillow! XD

@syafiqzailan 13 лет назад

that is one huge furball!

@PopcornMonster3 13 лет назад

Excellent! Thank you!

@terrilee734 7 лет назад

my cat hair is so matte and he is not this patient... I do not want to pay $200 to get him groomed... i need help..

@mikehascats26 7 лет назад

buy a cat grooming bag and muzzle from amazon

@leesmith3768 4 года назад

Every video that I see where a cat just calmly allows a human to take more than three minutes to groom them, the cat is always a Persian.

@donnabaron4660 Год назад

I have to sedate mine to do that

@theangelj926 7 лет назад

Its like dealing with a bad weave!

@Amanda--- 11 лет назад

where can i get that exact comb?

@ThatAngryDudeErik 7 лет назад

My cat has been getting a lot of matts if I use a simple pocket comb something like that will it come out?

@paragonschoolofpetgrooming 7 лет назад

A metal comb works well. Regular grooming sessions work best. As cats age, they may groom themselves less, so you 'll have to help them more.

@erickowalchuk4818 6 лет назад

Where did you get the mate brash at?

@lisagordon6355 5 лет назад

fabulous

@HollyFayHolverson777 4 года назад

I'd need to seek medical attention to get stitches if I tried that on my cat. Id have to sedate him in order for me to do that.

@khalidloodi 11 лет назад

I just wish my cat would hold still for 5 seconds while I comb her :'D

@imsoohoo 15 лет назад

o wow...i didn't know you can pick on the mat to let it loose. i just cut it. haha

@smolkolp 12 лет назад

Спасибо за познавательное видио

@eogg25 10 лет назад

You people complaining about what if my cat bites Etc. Its a cat and you know your cat. enough of the ifs. Do a little at a time, every day until all of the knots are out. one thing I found that works with my Persian is I use Baby butt wipes without alcohol and Rub it into the fur then dry it off, there are lubricants in mine that wont harm the cat. it makes the fur fluffy and easier to comb. You have to be Gentle a cats skin, especially a Persians is very thin, that's why they complain. try and hold the fur close to the skin so that it wont pull. and be careful with a scissors, the skin is very thin, if all this is to much, go to a cat groomer preferably at a vet and give it a haircut. it will cost you but in the summer its very helpful and the fur will be back before Christmas. PS When your cat passes on to Kitty Heaven, get a short hair cat or a Dog.