Dog Mat Fur

Liberally rub the cornstarch into the matted fur then slick the hair from the bottom to the top of the mat using a comb.

Dog mat fur. Also known as dematting rakes these combs are specifically designed to pull apart mats. They are also called de matting tools de matting rakes or mat splitters. Mats occur frequently in many dog breeds with curly fine or double coats. In extreme cases the dog s coat will become what groomers call pelted when matting is very tight to the skin preventing proper air flow.

Mats often occur in areas of friction such as under the collar behind the ears in the armpits or on the lower legs where the legs rub together or where the dog comes into contact with grass. Be aware that some rakes can cut away your dog s fur rather than comb it out this is a good temporary solution but often results in hair growing back unevenly which is especially problematic for styled breeds dematting combs are just the thing for those tough thick knots. Carefully move the de matting comb through the mat holding the hair closest to the skin to prevent pulling the mat and causing pain to the dog. Other helpful tips for removing a mat from your dog s coat.

Water may tighten the mat and make it harder to remove. Dogs that sit a lot or are right hipped or left hipped when they sit will get mats from the fur being compacted in that spot verplank adds. Dog fur often becomes tangled and knotted around itself without frequent brushing which is called matting. Don t give your dog a bath before removing mats.

If your fur baby has quite a few mats or is severely matted talk with a professional groomer and come up with a plan that is least painful for your dog.