How do I remove matted hair from my dog?

How do I remove matted hair from my dog?

How to Remove Mats from Your Dog’s Coat

1. Hold the entire mat in your hand at the base of the mat (closest to your dog’s skin) as you want to make sure you don’t damage your dog’s skin.
2. Rub a pinch of cornstarch into the mat.
3. Use a Matbreaker to split the mat.
4. Use a slicker brush to break up the mat.

What is a matt splitter for dogs?

The Mat Splitter easily slices through mats and tangles to gently remove them from your dog’s coat. Use a brush or comb to go through your dog’s coat to locate mats and tangles.

How do you detangle severely matted hair?

Open a pair of scissors and hold your hair tight with your other hand. Run the bottom blade of the scissors along the underside of the mat, then gently tug at your hair to remove loose strands. Use a wide-toothed comb until the severe mats and tangles have been straightened out.

Is it hard to shave a matted dog?

Some dogs have undercoat which may not be so visible, so that on the surface it appears the dog is not matted, however underneath the coat is very knotted close to the skin. This is then difficult to cut off, even with scissors. In this case it is best to just shave the whole tail very short and start again.

How does a mat splitter work?

The safety guard allows you to push the splitter between the skin and the mat. The cutting blade slices through the mat making it a smaller mat. I use this tool to turn a large mat into a lot of little mats that will brush out quickly and easily.

Will coconut oil detangle dog hair?

Another added benefit is that coconut oil is a great natural detangler for matted dog hair. Let the solution cool, then apply it over the dog’s tangled hair using a damp cloth and massaging the conditioner into the knots. Leave on for a few minutes, before trying to comb out the knots as described above.

Are mats painful for dogs?

Mats cut off the air flow in your dog’s hair and can trap moisture, which can cause irritation and sores on your dog. Even mild matting can be painful, but in severe cases, matting can cut off circulation to your dog’s skin and cause hematomas.

Does matted hair hurt dogs?

Simply put, matting is painful for your dog. Even mild matting can cause your pet pain, stress and discomfort. And brushing out established matts involves a process of pulling live hair out of the skin as healthy hair has become enveloped by matts and clumps.

Do dog Dematting Combs work?

A dematting comb can help dog and cat owners alike in the mat-removal process. To successfully remove mats, pet parents must learn how to properly use the comb. Moisten the matted hair with a commercial hair detangler made for your pet. Work the detangler into the matted hair with your fingers.