Long and fluffy coat makes the cat very beautiful. However, in the hot season, it can interfere with the animal. The cat will shed, giving you additional trouble. Try to trim your pet - if done correctly, the process will not cause any inconvenience to the animal.
Choosing a hairstyle
Most often, Persians, who have a long, fluffy and soft coat, are subjected to a haircut. But this procedure will benefit any long-haired cats. The summer version involves replacing the fur coat falling to the floor with smooth and velvety wool all over the body. The most popular option is a lion-like haircut - it leaves a fluffy mane around the muzzle and a fun brush on the tail.
Do not be afraid for the cat's coat - a haircut does not harm her in the least. After two or three months, the fur coat will grow back, and in some cases it turns out to be even more magnificent.
How to cut a cat correctly
Before you start creating a fashionable hairstyle, the cat must be washed. Use only special shampoo for animals - products designed for human hair are not suitable for a cat's coat. If your pet has a snow-white, black or bluish-gray coat, choose special toning shampoos that remove unwanted reddish or yellowish undertones.
Dilute a serving of shampoo in warm water. Place the cat in the tub and thoroughly dampen the coat with water. Then pour the diluted shampoo over the animal and beat the lather with your hands. Rinse the cat with warm water, carefully removing the detergent. Dry your pet with a towel.
Dry the coat by combing it with a fine comb. Do not use a hairdryer - most cats cannot stand the noise. Once the coat is dry, start clipping. Prepare your scissors and combs in advance so you don't get distracted. For a haircut, sharp scissors with rounded tips are needed - they cut the wool well and will not be able to cut the skin of the animal. Stock up on a fine long-handled comb and mats comb.
It is convenient to cut a cat together with an assistant. It will hold the animal and you can handle the fur without the fear of the pet breaking out.
Comb the cat's coat thoroughly. Start trimming at the withers. Run the comb against the hair and trim off any hairs over the teeth of the comb. Repeat the technique and take your time - the less hair you grab, the neater the haircut will turn out. Your task is to create a smooth, velvety surface.
Having processed the back and sides, go to the abdomen. This is a particularly challenging area - cats are very sensitive to belly touch. Be affectionate with your pet and hold it gently. You can offer the animal a treat, talk to him. If you are tired, release the cat and finish the procedure later.
Special clippers will help speed up the procedure. If your cat can tolerate their buzzing, use this device.
The legs and tail should be trimmed last. Leave a small brush at the tip of the tail and use scissors to cut the long hairs to give it the appearance of a rounded pompom. Trim the mane around the muzzle and chest. At the same time, comb out the tangles found - fluffy cat hair easily falls off. Finally, wet your hands and run them over the trimmed body and paws - the finest hairs will remain on the palms.
