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[mybabyphx]

Brushes & Combs: How to Choose the Right One
Marty Smith, DVM
Drs. Foster & Smith, Inc.


Choosing the right brush or comb for your pet is an important first step for even the most basic home grooming.'

There are many types of brushes; the most common include:

Bristle Brushes: Bristle brushes can be used on most coat types and vary according to the spacing between bristles and the length of the bristles. In general, the longer the hair coat, the more widely spaced and longer the bristles should be. Also, the coarser the hair, the stiffer those bristles need to be.

Wire-Pin Brushes: Wire-pin brushes, with or without rubber-tipped ends, are the preferred choice for pets with medium to long hair and those with curly or woolly coats, such as the Rex breed.

Slicker Brushes: Slicker brushes have fine wire bristles and are especially useful for removing mats and tangles.

Fine-Toothed Combs: Combs are good for all but wiry coats. They are helpful at moving any small knots of hair. For more severe knots or mats, you need to use a matbreaker.

Rubber Curry Brushes: Brushes made from rubber are effective at massaging the skin and removing dead hair. They are excellent to use as a final follow-up to a grooming session.

When brushing or combing, be gentle and take your time. Be especially careful when removing mats or tangles. Brushing can and should be a pleasant experience for your pet as the gentle stroking feels good on your pet's skin. It doesn't take too many painful 'rips' through snarls, however, to make brushing a procedure your pet will try to avoid rather than invite. The best way to build trust and make this a pleasurable bonding time for both of you is to brush your pet often, preferably daily. This prevents problem mats and tangles from developing.


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[gloryforixseal]

Can you tell me what you use to comb out those matts these guys get ?

I have several combs and brushes , but wanted to know if someone had one they really liked .

What do you use for under their arms or the tummy?

Any tips are welcome

[SalemWitchChild]

Brush your cat before mats develop. If your cat already has mats then the easiest thing to do is cut them out and make sure you groom regularly.