November 3, 2008
Matted dog hair question?
I just rescued a dog today who is severely matted. is there a cure i can use to get rid of the mats today? the only other option i can think of is shaving the dog with clippers. I dont want to do this that is why i am asking. I was told by a vet you have to cut the clumps off but they are all the way to the skin. but with the clippers i dont think it will hurt the dog. but. on the same token i want to avoid shaving the dog with clippers so i any advice would be greatly appreciated. and for reference its a small to med size dog was told it was a yorkie but its bigger think its a mix.
Mats that go all the way to the skin are very painful for dogs. They pull the hair whenever the dog moves — ouch! The kindest thing you could do (and probably the only thing at this point) is take him to a groomer and have him shaved down with dog clippers. They often can leave some hair on the ears, head, or tail to make him cuter. As the hair grows back, brush it regularly and always use cream rinse after you wash him (or request your groomer use it).
Good luck, and congratulations on your rescue!
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You have to shave them off.
No other solution.
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Go to a groomers place, quick.
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If it's that badly matted, take it to a groomer and let them do it. It's a job for a pro. It definitely needs to be shaved.
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If the matts are down to the skin, your best bet is to shave with clippers.. if you try to cut them out with scissors, you risk cutting the dog's skin.
The hair will grow back.. shaving is probably the best thing you can do for the little dog.
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Hi. I have a dog that got extremely matted hair from lack of grooming. We had to bring him to the groomers to see what to do. The only solution is to shave the dog. Don't worry the fur will grow back even more healthier once shaved. Just take care of him/her once hair is growing back:)
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GO TO YOUR GROOMERS! The mats need to get taken off. I would not even try to do it yourself for fear of hurting the dog. he must be shaved asap!!! Imagine how painful it must be to that poor pup. DO NOT ATTEMPT IT! just take him to the groomers, they'll know what to do!
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go to a pro groomer!!! or if you are sure you can shave the dog correctly, start shaving!!!! thxs hope i helped!
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Might be safer to shave the dog down. Using scissors to cut clumps, unless done properly, usually results in a cut up dog needing stitches. *IF* someone has shown you how, you can use a scissor blade to split the mats up and then try to work them out, ot a mat splitting tool, but they can be dangerous unless you have had them demonstrated to you.
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Rescuer, vet tech, groomer and show exhibitor of Shetland sheepdogs for 20 years.
there is no other way but to shave the dog.
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Mats that go all the way to the skin are very painful for dogs. They pull the hair whenever the dog moves — ouch! The kindest thing you could do (and probably the only thing at this point) is take him to a groomer and have him shaved down with dog clippers. They often can leave some hair on the ears, head, or tail to make him cuter. As the hair grows back, brush it regularly and always use cream rinse after you wash him (or request your groomer use it).
Good luck, and congratulations on your rescue!
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i had the same problem with my eskapoo. i had to get her shaved completely. the mats are really uncomfortable for a dog and they also cut off blood circulation. my dog was also matted down to the skin, but the groomers somehow managed to keep some fur on her.
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some lady at the groomers