WHY YOU SHOULD NEVER ATTEMPT TO REMOVE MATTING YOURSELF

How diy Matt removal can harm your cat

Cats have incredibly stretchy and fragile skin, and when they get matted, it can cause some serious problems. The folds of skin get tangled up in the matts and it's not as simple as it may seem to remove them without causing harm.

That's why it's so important to reach out to a cat-specific professional who knows the right techniques to tackle matting.

Demonstration of the elasticity of a cats skin

It’s trickier than it looks!

Sadly, I've personally witnessed many pets getting injured when their owners tried to groom them themselves. In some cases, animals even lost their lives due to nicked arteries caused by inexperienced attempts at grooming.

Matting can appear out of nowhere and can be quite worrying. That's why finding a qualified person to help you remove the mats and prevent future matting is absolutely crucial. It's best for owners to avoid trying to do it themselves. Cats have thin and loose skin that can hide entire folds within the mats. It's not just a matter of accidentally cutting your cat, but it's also the risk of causing a tear in the skin that can lead to further damage.

This is especially dangerous for older cats, skinny cats, and those with tightly matted fur. Areas like between the thighs, armpits, and stomach are more susceptible to cuts, but they can occur anywhere on the body.

Additionally, cats have sensitive hearts, and situations like these can often trigger sudden heart attacks. So, it's crucial to be responsible and consult a professional when it comes to removing matting.

Let’s leave matting to the professionals

Although we understand that it is completely natural for owners to want to help their cat as soon as possible, lets prioritise the well-being of our feline friends and seek the help of experts in these situations to prevent accidents. Consult your local cat groomer (or an experienced vet if you don’t have a cat groomer local to you) to handle these specialist procedures. Take care!