Thread: How do I deal with knots?

Unfortunately I have found that coonies do get knots quite easily, especially under their legs and around their trousers and tummy etc !!! I know other breeders that have the same problem too !!! Montys' fluffy kitten coat should be starting do develop into his grown up coat soon! But even with a full adult coat they will still get knots.

Because I show my cats they have got used to having baths on a regular basis, and this involves various shampoos and conditioners. I will have a look later and let you know which I prefer. I find the knots can then be worked out easier with the hairdryer and comb!

Have you bathed Monty at all yet?

If you want to try something before you resort to shaving him, myself and other breeders have used a special brush called a "Furminator" which is a bit pricey but does a good job. It works by stripping the fluffy undercoat out and is great with knots. Just hold the fur at the base of the knot and repeat brush strokes. If you are showing your cat not great as the Maine coon is supposed to have both coats visible but for the knot purpose is good.

Some Maine Coons are luckier than others in the fact that they will have a fantastic flowing coat - but this makes it prone to knotting!! Sounds like Monty- you will have to post some pics so we can see Other coonies get a bit dirty if they are outside sometimes and this doesn't help.

I know everything you read says MC's only need grooming up to twice a week, but I have found a little be more often if truth be known!!!

Hope this is of some use

Thanks
Jo