How to brush your cat
Wool on the floor, clothes and furniture - cat owners face this constantly during the molting period. However, not everyone knows that this process can be accelerated by simply starting to comb out the pet. This is not only a guarantee of cleanliness in the house, but also a health benefit for the animal. How to brush a cat correctly?
A kitten must be taught to comb from childhood, and this applies not only to representatives of long-haired breeds. Firstly, it is cleanliness in the house, secondly, it is a pleasure for a cat, and, finally, thirdly, it is a benefit not only for her skin and coat, but also for her stomach. The fact is that when licking the cat swallows most of the fallen hairs. Rolling down, they enter the digestive tract and stomach of the pet. This leads to a deterioration in well-being and health problems for the cat. Timely combing is a good measure to prevent this process.
It is recommended to comb smooth-haired pets once a week, and fluffy ones with a thick undercoat - every day for several minutes so that tangles do not appear.
Combing technique.
Combing must begin with the collection of fallen hairs, that is, with a mitten brush or with a brush with sparse teeth;
Comb your pet according to the hair growth.
Cats of long-haired breeds can form tangles. Small ones can be combed out on their own, but when faced with a large one, you should not try to comb it out. It is better to contact a professional - a groomer;
The cat is not able to reach the withers, nape and ears on its own, so do not forget about combing these areas;
At the end of the procedure, run a wet hand over the pet's coat to finally remove the remnants of fallen hair.
The most important thing in the combing process is patience, and this applies to both the owner and the cat. If the kitten does not want to be brushed, try to distract him with a favourite toy. If an adult cat refuses to calmly accept this process, do not annoy her, encourage obedient behaviour. Over time, the animal will get used to it and will enjoy it.
And what about you? Are you brushing your cat regularly?
