What should I do if my long-haired cat becomes knotted and lumpy?

The hair of long-haired cats tends to tangle and clump, which affects their appearance and health. Here are some workarounds:

1. Regular grooming: Regular grooming can effectively prevent long-haired cats from getting tangled. It is recommended to use a special cat comb to comb slowly from the root of the hair and gradually separate the knotted hair, being careful not to pull excessively.

2. Shaving: If the tangled hair is too severe to be separated by combing, consider shaving some or all of the hair. It is best to ask a professional pet groomer to cut the cat's hair to avoid accidentally damaging the cat's skin.

3. Bath care: Using cat hair conditioner in the bath can soften the hair and make it easier to comb. After bathing, pat dry with a towel and spray some cat spray for easier grooming.

4. Short-hair transformation: For long-hair cats with severe knotting, you can consider trimming their hair short and gradually changing it to the style maintenance of short-hair cats to reduce the trouble of subsequent grooming.

It should be noted that forcibly pulling knotted hair can easily damage the cat's skin, so combing and trimming should be done gently. If necessary, please ask a professional pet groomer to handle it, and also pay attention to the cat's physical health.

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