Getting Mats Out Of Dog Tail

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.

Getting mats out of dog tail. After brushing out the tail combing through it with a metal tooth comb helps locate any remaining mats. Neglect and lack of grooming also cause tangles and knots. Don t forget to inspect its paws as this is a common hiding place for mats and a very sensitive area for your dog. Small mats or knots are easy to remove if the dog is brushed daily or several times a week.

Sensitive areas on a dog behind the ears under the legs base of the tail. Also check behind the ears under the armpits and along the inside of the legs. Section the dog s hair to make it easier to locate the mats. Be sure all the mats and tangles are gone before you wet your dog as water will make a tangle worse and a mat tighter and harder to get out.

To brush mats out of dog hair spray your dog s coat thoroughly with a detangler and work through the fur with a slicker brush. The best way to deal with mats is to not let your dog get them in the first place. Make short strokes with the comb careful not to pull the hair and cause the dog pain. Always watch out for the ears folds of skin loose skin and the tip of the tail.

A severely matted dog is not a happy dog. Hold the hair out from the tail and work out and mats with the end of the comb working from the ends toward the skin. When you locate a mat hold it at the base and slowly ease the. It s all in the brush.