What are the basic rules of thick hair care of your pet? The first is, of course, regular combing. A kitten should be taught from the childhood to this procedure - the animal must get used to it. Not all cats immediately begin to enjoy combing, but eventually, they tend to get used to it and even begin to ask to be "combed." Small-toothed brush is the best for thick hair, you'd better buy this brush at pet store. Such brushes during the combing stimulate blood circulation of the cat, and its hair will grow even better. In addition, they prevent the formation of tangles. If your pet already has patches of matted hair don't try to cut them, you can damage the skin of the animal if you do it wrong. It is best to try to untangle them with hands, and if it's impossible see a vet-specialist.
Wash its hair with special shampoos only if your pet takes part at cat shows. In this case, an additional opportunity to make its hair more shiny and beautiful will be helpful. But if don't want to impress the jury, then it isn't necessary to bathe long-haired cats. The only exceptions are cases where the animal is deeply dirty and cannot bring itself up on its own. Daily self-licking is enough for a healthy cat. Contrary to popular opinion, the cat shampoo isn't the escape from parasites, in case of the disease you need to take your pet to the vet rather than trying to solve the problem by its regular wash.
Proper feeding is another important aspect for the health of your long-haired pet. It has to receive all the necessary vitamins and minerals with food to keep its hair thick and well-kept. The most optimal way for the owner is to buy a special mixture for long-haired cats feed at good pet store. Also consult a vet, the doctor can tell you which of the many types of feed will be good for your pet. With proper health and extrior care of your pet it will be a real cause for pride and will always bring joy and pleasure into your life.
