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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

My pet won’t let me brush him/her daily. What should I do? products alone do not prevent all hair mats, and you should remain
Simply trying different types of brushes to see which one works diligent about grooming even if you use these products on your
VetBooks.ir effective. It may be best to keep the hair short to prevent mats from Is it safe to sedate my pet for grooming?
dog or cat.
best, and offering a treat as a reward after brushing, can be very
forming. If your pet is overweight and unable to groom himself/herself,
you should implement a weight-loss program with the help of your You should call your veterinarian to discuss the side effects of
veterinarian. Once a pet loses weight, self-grooming becomes more sedation. Age, breed, patient disposition, and any medical issues
manageable. If arthritis interferes with grooming, your veterinarian are important factors when determining the associated risks.
can help develop a pain control program.

What causes hair mats?
Most hair mats are caused by long, fine hair that becomes tangled.
Pet stores sell products that can prevent tangles; however, these

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From Cohn and Côté: Clinical Veterinary Advisor, 4th edition. Copyright © 2020 by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.