Compensating for Lack of Self-Care and Not Cooperating

[wendyb]

When Precious feels lousy (which is most of the time), she lets her self-care go.  And, she typically has a huge "need" to eat the comb when I try to comb her.  She has a thick double-coat so brushes do little to nothing on it.

Today though, I bribed the heck out of her with kitty treats and spent the better part of 30 minutes on her back and head and neck (her belly needs it something fierce, but I'm not pushing).  It makes me feel better as Momma Cat when her fur is not matted or tangled.

Any suggestions on how to get her not to eat the comb?

 

[GoldyCat]

I give my kitties something extra to play with. Another comb, and emery board, etc. Sometimes the distraction works. On the other hand . . .

 

[bastetservant]

If she is matted, I'd find a good, experienced cat groomer (not some groomer at Petsmart or Petco who does cats and dogs, but find a real specialist) and let that pro do the dirty work. It will save your relationship with Precious.

Maybe, a cool lion cut is in order now?


Robin

 

[wendyb]

The Vet thinks shaving her would be too much stress.  Stress is a big thing with her.  However, she has clots of hair rather than mats.  I've been keeping them off of her fast enough that they don't get down to the skin. 

However, she thinks combs are tasty no matter how much I distract her.