How To... Groom your cat
The latest in our series of videos
We all love and care for our furry friends, but at some times of the year we have to care for them just a little bit more.
In the latest video in the How To series reporter Hayley O'Keeffe and her cat Sid caught up with Rachel Baynes who owns Hollywood Dogs, who provide exclusive pampering for dogs and cats, in Biggleswade.
Miss Baynes showed Hayley how, by just following a few easy tips, you can prevent long haired cats from getting matted in the winter months.
Miss Baynes said: "It is important particularly in spring and autumn time when the coat changes that you do get the undercoat out.
"By grooming your cat for just 10 minutes a week you will prevent him from having real problems in the future."
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The only thing you need to use is a single metal comb.
Put the cat on a high surface and put a towel on so they don't slip.
Make sure that the cat knows they are about to be groomed.
Comb one section at a time starting with the back of the cat.
Continue through the whole of the cat's body.
The most important thing is that you are confident in holding your cat and that the cat doesn't feel that you are intimidated.
Never try to clip the cat yourself or cut away matts.
Cats' skin is very thin and can ladder like a pair of tights.
If your cat becomes matted consult a professional groomer or a vet.
Comb your cat out once a week for 10 minutes per groom.
The key to grooming a cat is to be firm and kind so the cat feels like you are in control and doesn't get scared.
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