Long-haired cats delight those around them with an amazing appearance. The owners of these shaggy splendors know how much time and effort it takes to keep the cat's coat shiny and healthy.
The biggest aesthetic concern for owners is the matted coat or tangles of the animal. They appear in long-haired cats regardless of their habitat.
Harm to health
Naturally fallen hairs get entangled in long hair and cannot leave the cat's fur coat on their own - they need to be combed out. One has only to skip one combing or spend it in bad faith - immediately the pet grows overgrown with an unpleasant-looking lumps of matted wool.
This is due to the fact that the animal itself is not able to care for long hair and needs the care of the owner. It is difficult for a cat to lick hairs that reach thirteen centimeters in length.
For a person, a cat's mug is only an aesthetic discomfort - who likes to contemplate a pet untidy. And for a cat, this is fraught with health problems. Tangle of hairs indicates improper nutrition of the animal - it is worth revising its diet, it is advisable to consult a veterinarian.
If fleas fall on an animal, then a favorite habitat and breeding ground is tangles. The fur is strongly tangled at the base, the skin of the animal tightens and the blood supply is disturbed, which can lead to necrosis of the area.
Scratches and abrasions can be hidden under the mats. When the skin is not supplied with air, pathogenic bacteria can enter these wounds, causing the wound to fester.
The hairs that have got into the stomach are collected in lumps and disrupt its natural work.
On sale there is a special paste for removing wool from the stomach. Specialized feed also solves this problem.
Control methods
First of all, you need to have a comb, a special shampoo and conditioner for long-haired animals in the house. Conditioner makes the coat silky and less prone to tangling. It is easier to comb out such wool.
Small mats are carefully selected with your fingers; during this procedure, the animal is stroked and calmed. If the koltun is noticed late, has acquired critical dimensions, you cannot do without a haircut. Do not be afraid - cats usually tolerate such procedures normally.
It is recommended to cut out small areas yourself with scissors or special collar cutters. With large lesions that interfere with the movement of the cat, only a hair clipper can handle.
Many pet salons offer haircuts for cats. Persian cat owners often use these services. The animal's wool is constantly renewed, and no tangles are scary.
