How To Remove Cat Mats!

[@kausa7838]

Who else feels their cat will bite off a huge chunk out of your hand if you try this at home?

[@davidengelhardt7933]

My cat wouldnt bite the hand that feeds. I bet you let him sharoen his claws on your furniture

[@jcgross7106]

Oh yeah, I'd have been bleeding just rubbing the coconut oil on his fur.

[@katiea2228]

My cat is super chill but he’s really matted so I tried to brush some out last night, ended up cutting his fur instead, and he was upset about it

[@helenbenjafield7351]

I've defelted toms,&I don't think that he would have it so easy to do the groins!

[@kylasullivan]

I'm already used to mine doing that

[@bluesdriver6354]

My cat would need heroin to let me do that to her!!!

[@crystalsmith4187]

That's funny as hell but true. Why some cats are so calm about grooming, but ticky, don't want you doing stuff to them . Messed up. Or they'll scratch you.

[@annadolly7855]

What is name of shedding tool with razor?

[@annabellasimone3687]

Use CBD

[@hmh3808]

Which is why U need to get a bottle of CBD! Turns a hyper crazy hundred pound dog that won’t stop barking into a lazy, sleepy bag of fur ....so you can imagine what it does to a cat. It’s a lifesaver and is great pain relief for animals w arthritis as well. My friends vet suggested putting down her large size hound who couldn’t make it up the stairs with his arthritis or go for walks anymore ...after using CBD it’s like he is two years old again - and a completely new animal now that he’s not in pain.

[@TheCommanderFluffy]

Most people don't know this, but black tar heroin is very unhealthy for cats and should only be applied once or twice an hour via needle to completely sedate the cat for extended periods, something we call a "heavy overdose" in the biz.

[@rebekahjardine8444]

The cat's actually a paid actor

[@BallymurphyBabe]

bekah Jay hahahaha

[@lisadegraaff3709]

Rebekah Jardine Hilarious 😂

[@SJDaRosa]

My cat (Hades, we named him) was rescued from an abusive home and got into many street fights with other cats. A loveable guy but will snap in a second. Ever since the groomers stopped taking cats from covid he's slowly developing matted fur. I'm trying but the guy attacks even when I'm slow and careful. I really could've used that groomer cause it's impossible.

[@SJDaRosa]

This cat is so calm compared to Hades even with CBD.

[@kibbitznbitz]

😸😸😸😸😸

[@origamicrane685]

Can you please put links to the products you used in the video description?

[@rosered130]

My cat had matted hair all over her stomach and with your advice I was able to remove half of the matting today! She wasn't super happy initially but she feels so much better now. Thank you!!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Glad I could help!

[@benicio1967]

My cat is matted on her stomach too. It’s horrible. Don’t know what I’m going to do. She won’t let you anywhere near her stomach. I just wish I had something that could literally knock her out so I could just get it done to give her relief. It would take days if I could even get to her stomach. I honestly don’t know what to do. I never like giving sedatives to my pets but it’s to the point this poor baby needs to be OUT so I can get these mats off her stomach. She’s a sweetheart but she doesn’t want you ever touching her stomach. Ugh!!

[@Melsincatuation]

There are professional cat groomers everywhere. You may need to take her there to be shaved. Whatever u do don't try to shave urself especially the stomach area!! U will most likely clip her!! Another thing u could try is have another person either hold her on her side or even standing up with belly exposed...good luck!!!!

[@designshop8366]

😂

[@jennyp4934]

That's were my cat gets matted. She's long haired and now 19, she's never groomed herself that well, but now she's even worse. I try to brush her a little every day, but sometimes I can't get to it and then it seems to become quite scary, but this video has really given me great direction.

[@itsyagirlindica3505]

I busted out laughing when the cat went MEOW and your like, "its ok Murry were just gona get the matts off" 🤣😂😭😭

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Glad you enjoyed it.

[@billiestump6056]

Ah sameeee l

[@louiseevans2263]

In empathy, but yeah- the ‘oooh, we’ve all been there!’ laugh. 😉😹

[@bradmeyers3330]

There ain’t no freakin way my cat is going to sit there like that 🤣

[@focusabove2960]

seriously, try the cbd oil

[@RunninUpThatHillh]

Try the cbd oil?? Topically or internal like in the video? Pls help me! I have a barn cat extremely matted. People love to drop off unwanted cats on my road😣

[@charlilonewolf1128]

“Cbd” 🤫😉 🪴

[@aprylfischer2769]

I just tried this with my very shy long haired cat. He normally won’t let me brush him or hold him. Usually after I try brushing him he hides for days afterwards. I can’t believe how well the CBD oil works for him! He let me brush out his mats completely and even ate afterwards. Now he’s hanging out in our living room like nothing happened! Thanks for sharing your tips and making this so stress free for both of us!

[@whatevergoesforme5129]

If only we can get cbd oil in my country, grrr. It is also good for humans as well.

[@davids6839]

OK, going to have to give the CBD a try now.

[@greekbecky1]

I hope it works for my kitty like it did yours...going to try it tomorrow.

[@focusabove2960]

why cant you order it from somewhere else? outside your country?​@whatevergoesforme5129

[@asleepyb0i400]

This makes brushing out mats look way easier than they really are lol! My 15 year old girl doesn’t like being brushed at all, and although she’s as polite as can be, she absolutely hates having her back end touched (which is where most of the mats are). Usually after brushing out her mats, I come out with quite a few bites and a really annoyed cat, but at least I have enough hair to make a new cat lol

[@RecklessFables]

My cats are 18 now and even the suuuuuper-chill one resists dematting. However they both act more contented and come back to me five minutes after we are done for naps.

[@SK-bb6ms]

I have 10 cats, over the years they've all learned to enjoy being brushed/combed. Half are old (over 16) and it's become painful for them when I brush around their back ends, probably arthritis. I buy cheap blunt-nosed childrens scissors (Dollar Store) to cut out those tangles. Occasionally I have to hold their necks 'scruffed' (left hand) to hold them in place and not bite me.

[@tracyblack1509]

Thank you. I have two Maine Coons. Wish me luck.

[@colleenf4759]

Adding a Vit E cap 1 x day keeps cat hair mats manageable. 😊

[@victoriayaracz6999]

My 15 year old cat got severely matted. I did everything exactly as recommended in this video, and it worked amazing! It's like he's a new cat. Took about an hour with my 5 year old keeping him calm and distracted, and about a third of a jar if oil. Thank you for posting this. It was amazingly helpful!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I'm so glad to hear that. Thank you for sharing our experience! - Dr. Jones Get free ebook here: www.veterinarysecrets.com/news/

[@RealGalaxyGamers]

Try a de matting comb

[@troyjones3328]

Thanks so much for posting this! What it the brand of curry comb you used with the cutting blade tou used. I cant seem to find one like it.

[@iceicebuddy]

Did the coconut oil dry into crusty dreadlocks. I feel like this was a terrible mistake.

[@KaraLynnJack]

@@njrtech I like the syringe idea! Seems safer and more controlled. Is olive oil safe for cats? I know vegetable oil is.

[@carolammary2203]

I also use scissors with blunt tips, open and use one side to slice vertically through the mat, starting near the ends of the fur, working down to the skin. It works really good. It cuts through the dead hair making it so much easier to brush the mats out.

[@kme3894]

I do the same, the system described in this video would sadly send me to the ER 😂

[@jabrayjay6679]

Helpful!

[@marlenestewart7442]

This was helpful, but I need a link to the comb.

[@lucygresham3012]

It's a furminator...amazon has them if anyone needs to know xx

[@marlenestewart7442]

@@lucygresham3012 thank you

[@bblrip3690]

I warm up the coconut oil on the cooker until it's about body temp., then apply it with pastry brush, which gets it everywhere. Then, before it goes solid again, I use a wide toothed comb. Works a treat.

[@scottishjohnInTexas]

I tried that today and it worked a treat, thank you.

[@Justme77400]

Scottish John Worked a treat?

[@scottishjohnInTexas]

@@Justme77400 It was a success.

[@ellieh3923]

would that work for a long haired cat too?

[@AR-gs2zj]

I will try this with my cat too

[@joanklaczek4009]

If you separate the mat fibres with both your hands, without pulling upwards, you will find they separate without pain to the pet and the clump will just fall out as you keep separating the sections.

[@helenehaviland966]

I used a rat toothed comb to do that n it does work

[@annettegraff8323]

My vet did a sort of massage and my cat relaxed He then pulled on the Matt's getting most out! Only one on her flank needed a shave and her rear got a bit of a shave Only Vet I ever saw with such a magic touch She walked herself into the carrier ! Enough is enough ! Lol!

[@christopherclark1422]

Tried this recommended approach on our long haired 13 year old Tortoise-Shell’s matted areas. It worked brilliantly and restored her coat beautifully. Could not believe how easy it was to do - and cat reacted reasonably well to the process! Thanks for such a constructive video!

[@benicio1967]

Personally I would opt for shaving. My cat has three or four bad mats and I simply can not get them out because they’re on her stomach. It’s awful. Our local cat groomer will not take cats who have not had their annual preventatives and I do not want to do that to my cats any more. So we’re stuck trying to figure out a way to get them off her.

[@erinmunro9164]

Great video. The coconut oil worked like a charm for my seriously matted cat. 30 minutes later all the mats are gone. Thank you!!

[@yolandicrafford4632]

If that were my cat, I'd be dead.

[@tom_olofsson]

I gave my cat a bath. She loved it but I hate all the fur on my tongue.

[@faye9158]

Tom Olofsson what the hell is this comment

[@5thquad]

@@faye9158 It's humour.

[@mortalclown3812]

Can I just say that's the best cat? You're great - definitely and he knows you're helping. Thank you for your gentleness with him.

[@pacather]

Thanks for the suggestions. I have a super affectionate 15 year old cat with mat issues and I always HATE having to comb his mats out. He always gets really upset so I know it hurts him a lot. And then I end up feeling like crap for the rest of the day.

[@jamiebluemel9418]

Is the CBD for pets I know they have it but can you use the reg kind we would use on them? Or does it have to be for pets?

[@mgailqster]

Thanks for the demo. My kitty is getting older and has big mats on his under side. I like the idea of using the coconut oil to separate the hair at the skin. I feel like one reason for the mats is that he prefers to be outside & gets grubby & I feel like his hair's just dirty & magnetic. I'm thinking of working him over the way you showed us, then bathing him. Pray for me :)

[@DivaInTheWoods]

I appreciate the tips. It would also be super helpful if you could link all of the products you are using in the description or provide a list of each item for us to search for. Thanks for sharing your experience!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

I will keep that in mind, thank you for the feedback!

[@transformation2479]

This is perfect timing for me. I have been trying to break up my 12 year old overweight cat's matted fur and tried even cutting some out. She did not approve. I like this method. You should have some links to the tools you used. I need them! :) Thx Doc. We appreciate you.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Welcome

[@cynthiabakke825]

I’ve been trying lots of things on my matted chunky guy, and never thought of CBD- I just have been putting him in a football hold and combing and cutting furiously after using pet fur conditioner and getting what I can. I’m going to do it your way FUR sure. You are so calm and your instructions are so clear- I could seriously listen to you explain your grocery list and feel like I’m in a meditation class. I appreciate you!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Thanks!

[@benicio1967]

Lol!!! True!!! Brilliant comment!

[@sshinne12]

Great pun!

[@cherylk6752]

Murray was a good sport. My cat, on the other hand, will not tolerate this, even with CBD oil. I think I'm going to have to pull out the bite-proof gloves that go up to my elbows and don eye protection. Wish me luck.

[@beverleypearson2646]

Cheryl K My Clooney is exactly the same! It’s like running the gauntlet attempting to brush him. Clippers are coming out today with the Rescue Remedy. Wish me luck🍀 😆

[@cherylk6752]

@@beverleypearson2646 Good luck! I will be trying w Luna in a little while.

[@loriphelps2001]

I am going to get my welding gloves out of the shed before I try!!

[@mariecarty2422]

Thank you soooo much! I was at my wits end. My girl is 17 she's not grooming herself as well and has terrible dandruff I need help eliminating too. But again thank you for this video 👏👏👏👏🙏🙏🙏

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Welcome

[@soniabechus5122]

Thank you for this brilliant video. I have a beautiful fluffy ragdoll girl, Gemma. I followed your advice and removed the matting effortlessly and will feel confident for future grooming! Sonia (New Zealand) sending greetings to you ❤

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Glad it was helpful!

[@phdeemsphisch7176]

Does it matter what type of coconut oil to use? My 15 yr old girl is very frail, as she has renal failure and hyperthyroidism. I want to be as gentle as possible. Also, is the CBD safe for these 2 conditions?

[@trishsykes449]

Surely, it would be far less painful for the cat if you hold the fur at the base of the mat so it doesn't pull????

[@florarix2210]

Exactly, I never from my cat or dogs without holding the hair at the base if there is any resistance. Can't believe he didn't know/do this.

[@jessicacoleman1657]

He’s literally just ripping them out... any one who’s ever had long hair that tangles could relate to how much that would hurt

[@earisu]

@@ClaymoreET Actually it's the other way round. They become doctors if they fail at becoming a vet. It's easier to work with one species than multiple. Vets jobs are more difficult. Not defending this guy, just saying.

[@josua3]

@@earisu sure man stfu

[@marischwab3597]

Not to out do u, but a wide tooth metal comb is way better to get down to the base of the mat.

[@hmh3808]

Doc. PUT TOOLS IN LINK , PLEASE!!

[@lylahboling6383]

Even though this was helpful, please do an update with the newer tools available in 2024.

[@davidfrazier4358]

Thanks a bunch for making this great video! I use LYFE CBD bacon flavored for pets and they love it!

[@coffeeaddict1838]

Where do you get CBD oil?

[@wrightselections]

Thank you for this! I'm going to try the coconut oil soon. My cat is pretty chill so I don't think she'll need sedative of any kind, but we will see! I have a silly question about the coconut oil though: since it will be applied to an area that she doesn't groom on her own, what do you recommend we use to get the oil out of her fur afterwards? Greasy cat is going to feel pretty gross after a while lol. Thanks!

[@wrightselections]

Also, is that brush similar to a Furminator or is it something else entirely?

[@howtoohandyhandyman8566]

Thank you so much for posting this, and for sharing non-pharmacutical, easily obtained products to help in the process. There are so many videos about dogs, but very few for cats. I discovered my old man cat, whom I though had just a few mats around his collar, is actually COVERED in mats with massively impacted fur :-( We've been working daily on trying to cut them out, but its so stressful for him. I'm looking forward to trying the CBD and coconut oil (and I ordered a new brush), and see if we can avoid having to get him shaved.

[@g.e.boroush5176]

What is the concentration of the CBD oil and which active ingredient is in the bottle you are showing? We can't know what to give our cat unless we have that foundational information.

[@emilycoleman7868]

Just used this method on our tabby and it actually worked! Super impressed and Stripey cat is now matt free with nice shiney fur ☺️

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Glad to hear that! Thanks for sharing

[@ClairettaAnderson]

I'm sure glad I came here today. Our Max has a really hard mat. I read, somewhere, not to use oils on cats' fur because it will cause it to mat even more. I tried using Coconut Oil, but it didn't help. I also tried using baking soda. That seemed to help some. Max hates having me touch the mats. I have pets Hemp oil. Will it work as well as CBD oil? I've noticed he is getting more mats daily. These are all along his lower back where he can't get to them.

[@1979Smelly]

Wow what a great video as I have a semi feral who stopped grooming herself and before I knew it she was covered in Matt’s, I had some vet tech come over and give our girl a lion cut, our kitty was like a puppy afterwards jumping and living me.❤️

[@suzannejohnton7369]

I've tried all of this and much more... my cat is 17, he only trusts me...yet still no luck getting the hair off of his bottom back area. Is there ANYTHING else I can try?

[@davec1704]

Have you tried olive oil Suzanna,if you use a syringe (no neddle) and get it on the base of the mate, work it in with your fingers, there loosen and fall of after few days,might take few goes depends on the size of the mats,Take Care

[@elenaconstantinou6514]

I tried but she wasn’t happy so I gave her a haircut. She looked funny for a couple of weeks but now she looks fantastic ❤ Thank you for the video

[@christopherbegley8755]

How you get a cat to bcalm and sit for a cut,did you dope it also?😮

[@dawnharter2527]

I am going to try this tomorrow after I purchase the de-shedding tool...already have the coconut and the Rescue Remedy.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Nice! 😊

[@atrustedservant7976]

Me: Looks at Murray...thinks "Mats where?" Looks at my elderly blind deaf rescue Himalayan full of mats EVERYWHERE....😭 Seriously though...thank you for sharing. Seriously. Thank you so much.

[@Zoya-q6b]

Did it work? I just rescued one myself and the poor baby has mats all over.

[@monicaswavel6074]

All I had was vegetable oil so on the root of the bad mats I applied the oil every day and also gently combed and brushed him and cut what I could whatever wasn't close to the skin and amazingly the mats began to fall out beginning with the smaller ones. The last big one on his back took about 2 weeks but it finally came out out pain free!! I'm so relieved! Now he lets me comb him (stainless steel) and then I use a small slicker brush and then he gets his push up treat! I don't feel like a horrible cat mom anymore! Thank you for sharing this! My cat is a white ragdoll rescue ❤

[@hawkcreekgirl90]

What is the grooming tools you used?

[@darrenkelly661]

CBD oil and shredder comb worked a treat thank you so much for posting this.

[@giazn1]

Would you be able to tell me the name of the CBD oil & perhaps where you got it? Thanks much!!

[@rebeccamd7903]

My Norwegian Forest cat hates coconut oil. He doesn’t groom much at all due to dental issues and I have started using olive oil and massaging it deep into his skin. Because his hair is soooo long and his undercoat gets so matted quickly, I find snipping (a time or 2) the difficult knots with scissors held at almost 90° makes a huge difference. I wait a couple hours after brushing, and then take a warm, damp washcloth and lightly clean the excess and brush one last time to make sure the oils left are distributed.

[@gimmedataids]

Good idea, snipping the knots. We've got a long haired tabby who needs some help on his neck. We actually thought he was a main coon or a Norwegian when he was a kitten, he's so fluffy

[@doydoy5167]

A stoner has found himself on this video and yes I am speaking the the third person but I love the cbd recommendation holy it helps my animals so much before my dogs passed away we would give them cbd and it would relieve so much of their joint pain especially because they’re pitbulls which are known for arthritis but they themselves were soldiers they never showed any pain but when we gave them cbd they slept so well my cat needs to learn how to groom himself or else im going to add a little thc 😅

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Good to hear:)

[@dianneparker4968]

This is much too rough, and Murray is being a super good sport about it! For rescues that have been abandoned - even pets that have been long neglected, nothing short of sedation would keep one from taking a chunk out of the human pulling at their paper-thin skin like that. Murray is lucky he only had a few little mats on his back, but you are luckier. You can NOT use this method for a severely matted cat unless you have a death wish. There are tools and products that *help*, but nothing but gentle patience and time (in short sessions) will do, short of shaving by a cat groomer who has experience. Precisely why I won't leave one with a vet for grooming!

[@elle8473]

Hes a vet not a groomer. It wasn't gonna kill the cat

[@dianneparker4968]

@@elle8473 Yep. And he needs to leave the grooming tips to real groomers. You're a cold thing if you don't care whether an animal that can't speak for itself is hurt or scared.

[@stacymcintyre1796]

I was uncomfortable watching how hard he was pulling, and Murray even showed him that it was hurting him. I've read a lot of reviews for grooming combs (some with sharp blades) on Amazon and many owners were upset because they said the fur wasn't being cut but was being pulled directly out of the skin. I have read though that it can be done slowly and carefully to avoid pulling and tearing. I wish this vet would've done that.

[@biscuitHEAD2012]

Can anyone tell me the name of the comb that he is using??

[@the_trippy_unicorn]

That thumbnail looked like Steve Irwin❤️

[@tammy800]

Njan Riya yes i thought the same!!!!!!!

[@the_trippy_unicorn]

@@tammy800 Major missing😢❤️

[@samanthachurch]

I wish you'd show a cat matted on his belly. THAT'S what makes it hard. They're very protective there.

[@monkeyseemonkeydo2597]

And behind!

[@redram5150]

Like if you’re enjoying a cat video and for a change not the one on drugs...

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Dropped a thumbs up and a heart!

[@amandal1762]

Do we have to use a CBD just for cats or can we use one that’s for humans? Asking because those are easier to find.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Hi. You can get the CBD oil here: drjonesnaturalpet.com/supplements.html

[@melissamoonchild9216]

he seems so nice and good with animals, i wish he could be my cats vet looking good Murray!

[@Prudencia67]

Thank you soooooooo much. She is free of mats!!! Coconut oil!!!!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

You are so welcome!❤️

[@Kelly_OHara]

Thank you! I would have never thought to use coconut oil and I think it helped quite a bit. This was still a 2 person job because my little guy is quite a fighter! But he definitely feels better now that the mats are out. What dematting tool are you using? Can you link to that please?

[@DenpaKei]

I just discovered some bad matting under the armpits of my domestic longhair cat, Iggy and i feel like i betrayed him by not brushing underneath there more often. Thank you for this ;-;

[@robertjag167]

Thanks so much for the tips! I have a short haired cat that's 18 and I'm early with finding the mats. I'm currently removing them with the same tools and tips just a bit day by day. I'm doing it a bit more gently than in the video because I would guess it can be quite stressful for the cat, and painful at that. But it's working extremely well! Already got a few bits of clumped fur out.

[@caroltavalin7518]

Wish my cat was like Murray. I tried Rescue Remedy, that didn't work. I am now waiting for CBD oil. I rescued my cat. She was outside for 8 months. I felt so sorry for her. The others cats were chasing her. And she lost two of her kittens. I took her in, much to the dismay of my other cat. She loves when I use my hair brush on her but that does not get the mats out. I can't get to the vet or groomer right now because I twisted my knee and I am walking around with a walker. She has mats on her hind legs. The funny thing is when she was outside she had no mats. I hope the CBD oil works. She is like Freddie Kruger slashing out at me. I am hoping the mats will come out gradually by brushing her. I got them off her back. Dr. Jones, I wished you lived near me.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Glad to hear this video helps.

[@giazn1]

Would you mind telling me which brand & dose of CBD oil did work for your cat?? Thanks much!!!

[@GradKat]

Our cat is young and very lively and nothing would induce her to lie as still as Murray. She is long haired and gets groomed every day but still gets mats occasionally. We use a combination of cutting out the worst of the matted pieces and combing the areas with a Furminator (one person holds her while the other does the work!). We just do it a little at a time, every day, until the mats are cleared. She gets lavishly rewarded with Dreamies throughout the process!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

That's great to hear, it sounds like you have a good system.

[@jackbudgen8858]

My cat has matted fur on her belly. As we all know, you can look at the belly but never touch the belly. The hell do I do?

[@prettipoison]

This is a definite try for me, although it did seem to be a bit on the rough side in regards to the 2nd tool that was used. I was surprised to see the Dr. yanking the tool throughout the matted fur the way he did.

[@thomasford4235]

Sorry I couldn't understand what you said when you introduced the first item the one that calms him down?

[@cherylrowland6933]

Just tried the coconut on on my very long haired matted cat without any sedation and managed to get more out than normal in the same amount of time and he loves the oil!! A great tip for de matting long haired cats THANK YOU

[@bilgekarakasdiker6630]

Hi Doc. how many drops of the rescue remedy i should give to my cat before the grooming? Is there any limit per pound or kg for an adult cat? Also one of my cats has stomatitis in his mouth. I spent thousands of dollars over a year so many antibiotics, steroids, herbal remedies, nothing seems working. I was told that they need to remove all his teeth, but even that may not be an answer. I don't want to do that. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. Many thanks in advance for the response.

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Hi- for rescue remedy 3 drops is standard, but no real limit.. Stomatitis is so hard to treat, and in many cases removal is the only option. I have seen some success with CBD/THC tinctures, along with the flavonoid in green tea, EGCG

[@bilgekarakasdiker6630]

@@VeterinarySecrets thanks so much for the information Doctor. I will not put him through the extraction of his teeth. He is only 7 yrs. old. And his teeth are healthy. I will try green tea. I just started giving him Manuka Honey and organic raw coconut oil. Vitamins E and B.

[@hanasaki8603]

I have a 17 year old cat that never grooms himself, he has SOOOOO many of these

[@15doz]

My girl is 19 I have the same issue I just can’t seem to keep up I’m trying this as soon as I get home from work

[@Oraerilla]

I gave up and cut some of my cats out because she won’t let me demat I have to give wet food and sneak in and trim around them to get them out

[@martyfowler3072]

It would have helped if he would mention or linked the type of grooming tools he used.

[@charliottawa]

I like the natural approach, I have a seriously matted rescue cat who is vision impaired and not trusting. He has mats along his back. I am just getting him used to a brush and neck rubs. I will try rescue remedy and coconut oil to see how he responds. I most likely will need to do it in stages. Thank you

[@mckennabowerss]

My cat would simply ✨murder✨ me

[@Justme77400]

I have a beautiful 19-years young cat that gets mats on the back of her legs. She’s a long haired cat so the mats get bad. Is it still safe to give her CBD oil and the coconut oil?

[@TeeJayDeluxe]

Justme77 the cat he’s demonstrating on doesn't have very long fur. I would suggest going to Vet to get shaved. You can't do it yourself as the cats skin it's very thin. Never use scissors as the flexibility of the skin means it's very easy to cut them badly.

[@Justme77400]

TeeClover Thank you!

[@annapoon1396]

Hello Dr. Andrew Jones. Would you mind tell me where I can get these things to treat my matted fur cat? Thank you and appreciate.

[@bunchoffuckingbullshit5482]

Never thought of basting my cat first!

[@cheriesweigart9589]

😂😂😂 basting the cat would not be my choice of words. I have Asian friends who might think you are prepping a meals.

[@lililili8067]

@@cheriesweigart9589 Can you not

[@pilarq7886]

Washcloth wet with hot water AND RUNG OUT, wipe coconut oil AREAS AFTER deshedding will erase the coconut oil easily - must use WASHCLOTH

[@ginadagostino8331]

It would be super helpful to provide the names of everything used ESPECIALLY the grooming tool! I cannot find a de-shedding tool with a blade. (You could also affiliate market these products and provide your link in the description.) What is the exact name of the grooming tool? Thanks for this video!

[@sry7646]

Wahl de-shedder brush. Retails at walmart

[@giazn1]

Can anyone tell me the name of the CBD oil & where I can get it??

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Ultimate CBD: www.thecbdsupplement.com

[@bloomoonarts9383]

This video was actually helpful. We managed to demat our cat without spending any money!! We gave her a bath after. Now she's slick, shiny, and happy again 😊

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Thanks Beatrice

[@jillnelson8746]

What products did you recommend?

[@jillnelson8746]

The camera didn’t focus long enough for me to read the labels of the products that you recommended- help

[@mellymel6573]

THANK YOU for this! My poor Bobtail kitty gets them on her back (not too bad, about 3 or 4) but she has such a phobia now from her first de-matting that if I approach her with a comb she runs!!! She hates being brushed just in general now it’s awful. Her first de-matting was also her first vet trip so multiple stresses left her not having it! Definitely trying your method out and will report back 😺

[@VeterinarySecrets]

You're welcome! Let me know how it goes.

[@elliottroca]

What’s the name of the brush with the blade?

[@MaryanneWolf-y6x]

It's called a dematter comb. They are at pet stores for around 23 bucks

[@TheCanadianEuro]

I think I might have to find some CBD oil... my long-haired cat got filthy playing in the dirt so I gave her a bath, and now she's got some pretty big mats on the back half of her body from being lathered and wet! I've been gently breaking them apart with my hands and some brushing but some of them are quite stubborn and I know it must be uncomfortable for her. Thanks for the video!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Welcome

[@bookmouse2719]

"Drugged Murry" 😏 ok, well I have coconut oil but not the meds or fancy cutting brush. I do trim kitties toe nails before the big comb out. A little bit every day helps. Thank you Dr.

[@SouleYoga]

Thank you Anthony! We rescued a cat from the side of the road and she was a disaster. This is helpful!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

You’re most welcome!

[@FoodIsOverrated]

Hi I just wanted to thank you, animal rescuing truly warms my heart. There's still some good in the world.

[@jol4342]

Hmmm my furry cat is semi-feral, and no way would she put up with any of this. I am managing to slowly get at the mats (clumps like she's rolled in toffee...) by snipping away here and there when she's eating, with the constant threat of her turning and flying at my face. She's the wildest cat I've ever had. She can be very loving though, and will climb on my knee for a cuddle. I might try the coconut oil in future. I'd have to put Rescue Remedy or CBD oil into her food.

[@allicedavis5411]

Never heard about the coconut oil trick. My cats fur is extremely matted. He won't let me get anywhere near them. I'm hoping the cbd will help with that part! Thanks for a very informative video!

[@VeterinarySecrets]

You're most welcome! Let me know how it goes!

[@allicedavis5411]

@@VeterinarySecrets Update! It worked great!! All of the mats are gone and he looks and feels so much better. Thank you!!

[@Heidi-ri1qf]

I wish it were this easy. I have tried everything. My daughters beloved cat will not allow anyone to brush AT ALL. I have tried absolutely everything. Such a precious friend to my daughter, but a complete monster in grooming attempts. I cry, I cry so much because she is extremely matted. I am down to her getting sedated at the vet and shaved down. I hope this will help her to be a happier cat.

[@Isaiah43-2]

Our cat is the same (a Maine Coon). She's the first cat I've ever had who not only doesn't like to be brushed, but turns into an absolute wildcat when I try. Needless to say, matting is a real issue. We ended up scheduling an appointment with the vet to get a lion cut. An absolute shame because she has beautiful, soft long fur.

[@iceicebuddy]

Help! The coconut oil dried into a giant crust and now I have coconut-crusted mats. Plus the oil gets all over the house and stains fabric including my wife's favorite decorative blanket.

[@rugbyboyolly]

This made me laugh so hard I’m so sorry

[@iceicebuddy]

Update: I told my vet that I used coconut oil and he looked at me like I was crazy. "No it's fine, I saw it on a KZbin video." DONT USE COCONUT OIL ON YOUR CAT'S MATS

[@patsyhodge9071]

Same. Its a mess and my cat looks worse. I couldnt get it out, she wouldnt let me. Omg I dont know what to do now.

[@XxmorphxX]

so glad i looked at the comments before trying this

[@amyd46]

iceicebuddy thanks for sharing!!

[@cherylphelan2422]

Olive oil applied every day at the base of even the largest mats. My Thor dropped a cell phone sized 1/2 inch thick mat today, just hrs. after today’s first application! Coconut oil can be used instead.

[@keriboehm740]

Thank goodness I came across this video! My precious furbaby Spades is a longhair and I absolutely hated getting her unmatted the first time I tried (last year), so finding this video has given me a better insight... The first time I tried, I accidrntally knicked her on her neck - in which I stopped and put a bandage around her nack for about 2 weeks to make sure the knick healed all the way (changed the bandage every few days. But with this video, I will feel with some knowledge and some helpful tips on unmatting her. I hated hurting her.

[@lindajanes5698]

Why not gently snip off the mats? I did that on my brother's dog. She looks so much better. Also snipped off the mats while she was taking a nap! She was so calm; no squirming or resistance.❤

[@laurice8056]

I didn’t try to chemically calm my cat first before removing some of her matts. But I found that using a cone around her neck helped to protect me from potential bites during her bath and de-matting session. Talking gently to her as I dried her and brushed her kept my cat a little calmer. Holding the matts near the roots and close to her skin while I comb through small sections seemed less uncomfortable or painful for my cat. I massaged her with a bit of mineral oil. It works great for detangling the fur for less hair loss or need for snatching it out,...OUTCH 😿!! But I also like your idea of the Coconut Oil for her fur and skin. I would like to try using an electric shaver next time to make the de-matting process faster and more efficient. Doctor can you please demonstrate this in a future video? Thanks for sharing.🙏

[@MrMalvolio29]

My Siberian cat, Randy--who is an extraordinary hunter, and has beautifully fluffy and shiny black fur--gets terrible mats near his tail and lower back during the summer. We do regularly brush Randy, but that isn’t sufficient for the sort of matting our Randy suffers from…After all, a Siberian has *three* coats! But to be honest, if I tried to force Randy’s mouth open to give him a natural sedative (rather than spraying a lot of Feliway on a towel and picking Randy up and holding him in it) to calm him, I WOULD PROBABLY LOSE A COUPLE OF FINGERS. And if--after rubbing the coconut oil into all the mats--I proceeded to forcefully pull a cutting comb thru the mats, my Randy-even sedated-would do a good deal more than meow pathetically. Unless I was wearing thick gardening gloves for this little “operation,” my hands would be sliced to pieces by Randy’s murder mittens… I guess i’m saying that the procedure in this video strikes me as neither “easy” nor “safe.”

[@christophergcrespo]

This actually looks exactly like my cat! (except the tail) What breed is this?!

[@lucygresham3012]

My cat has ptsd from many vets visits last year...he's bitten into my thumb joint twice and caused damage...he has itchy cat syndrome and we suspect bad hips...and he has the worst matting ever on his back end where he keeps wetting himself and I can't handle him...do you have any advice?xx Also he bites himself badly on the back and won't let me touch it.

[@brittanybailey7768]

Watching this in tears. My cat just died a little over a week ago and it was unexpected. He was 12. He came home one day and was matted. I spent over 3 hours loving on him and removing the mats. Similar method, but never thought to calm him with CBD! (which i use for my dog already, lol) anyways, do you have any tips for dealing with the sudden loss and grief? My Cocker Spaniel is taking the death just as hard as me and i don't know how to help him. He goes out and just lays on his grave for hours. (Be aware he is normally a full of life loving dog) He's becoming withdrawn and his appetite is diminished. I know he can feed off my emotions and so i've been doing what i can to cheer him up but i don't know what to do except hold him and bawl because he's hurting as much as i am..

[@michellesheleg5895]

Sorry for your loss Brittany. I lost one of my dogs just last week as well. Grieving is a process for us and our pets. Keep being attentive to your remaining furbaby and give yourselves some time. (My other dogs are also exhibiting the signs of confusion and loss as well. I'm just trying to give them extra love.) 💗

[@edithdavis2848]

As pet lovers we all know some times a special one comes along that just bonds with you. I lost mine june 1rst 2018. Its Sept and i still hurt. But you go on extra loving for the ones left and when you can bare it adopt another. You never loose one they live for ever in your heart and memories . There will always be room for another. To love.

[@helpfulnatural]

I agree with Michelle G. Our pets grieve along with us when there is a death in the family. When our chocolate lab died years ago, my Siamese cat disappeared somewhere in the house for 2 weeks, grieving for him. I was quite worried but he eventually came out of hiding and sought me out for comfort. He was fine again after that. Just be very attentive and maybe tempt him with his favorite treat or two. So sorry for your sudden loss. Been there many times and it never gets easier. :(

[@VeterinarySecrets]

Hi Brittany - sorry for your loss. I also concur with Michelle- it is a process, and the biggest thing is just being there

[@michellestewart9545]

Brittany Bailey awww I’m sooo sad for your lost..guys I’m speechless my cat is here with me oh my goodness one day at a time easier said than done memories don’t live like people do they always remember you JUST PLEASE TAKE IT EASY..IM SO SORRY

[@bruceanderson7762]

That's what I needed to hear...COCONUT OIL...thx. What about a very small amount of turmeric in coconut oil?

[@nailsbyjennifercole9396]

This is the best video! Thank you for the info, no other videos solved my prob. Coconut oil for the knots and CBD so my Persian can be relaxed.

[@sondraholley2022]

My poor persian has so many mats. Did following the steps really work? Im wanting to try this method. My poor baby is miserable, but she wont let me touch her.

[@nailsbyjennifercole9396]

Sondra Holley you may have to take her to a groomer. If it’s really bad. 😩

[@vickilindberg6336]

Short hair s/b no problem. Our longer haired guy got some dreadlocks. I spend 2 weeks sneaking up on him while he slept & cutting thru each dreadlock. Eventually they got short enough that he did the final pull out himself. Bald spots fill in in time. Brush daily esp during hot weather.