One of the unpleasant problems that cat owners face is tufts of fur all over the apartment: on carpets, furniture, clothes. The situation is aggravated if the cat is a long-haired breed - without proper care, the hair falls off and clumps form, which are very difficult to comb out and often have to be cut, which spoils the appearance of the animal. Short-haired cats also need to be brushed regularly. If an animal takes care of itself exclusively on its own, a large amount of hair regularly gets into the stomach, which can lead to negative consequences and difficult treatment at the veterinarian.
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The problem is complicated by the fact that many cats do not like the process of combing, and they try to hide when they see a comb in the hands of the owner, or they behave aggressively, bite and scratch. This is due to the fact that when using a regular comb, a person causes unpleasant sensations to the animal. If the fur is long, the process takes a lot of time, and the pet simply gets tired of enduring it.
The solution to the problem will be a furminator - a special cat scratcher with strong metal teeth. The device appeared relatively recently, but many animal owners already use the Furminator and give excellent reviews about it.
Benefits of using a furminator
Combing with a furminator has a number of advantages over using a regular comb or previously popular slicker brushes:
- there is no pain for the cat, even with an awkward movement there is no risk of damaging the skin or guard hairs;
- you can comb out the hair in particularly sensitive areas - the stomach, in the genital area;
- You can comb out up to 90% of dead hair at one time, and by repeating the procedure several times a week, you will be able to avoid disorder in the house;
- the pet's health improves - it does not swallow large amounts of fur when licking itself;
- such a comb massages the skin, improves blood circulation and the condition of the coat, as well as the appearance of the animal;
- from the comb you must constantly manually select the hairs between the teeth, and when using a furminator they do not clog the tool, and it is enough to simply collect them with a damp cloth after the procedure;
- The tool lasts a long time, the teeth do not break.
Review of popular models
The most popular furminator models on the modern market, which have deservedly received the highest ratings from users:
It is better to purchase the first three brands in specialized stores or grooming salons to avoid counterfeits.
FURminator deShedding
It is considered the most expensive and high quality. The material of the trimmer teeth is high quality steel. The handle is made of eco-rubber with a special application according to the “anti-slip” formula.
In the “classic” version, the cost of the device is about 1,800 rubles.
The “deluxe” modification with an ejector button for removing hair from teeth ranging from 2,100 to 3,000. The comb sizes are available for kittens, small animals and large cats. Due to high-strength materials, it has a long service life.
Trimmer comb TRIXIE
Made from materials with a shorter service life, but has a better price-quality ratio and enjoys well-deserved popularity. The cost of the product, depending on the size of the comb and teeth, is from 900 to 1,500 rubles.
The overall dimensions of the product are 7×15 centimeters. The handle is made of rubberized material and does not slip. Users note the lightness of the device and its ease of use.
HelloPet
Equipped with a handle and trimmer blade made of impact-resistant materials. The comb width is 65 mm, the number of teeth is from 60 to 97 for animals of different types of wool and dimensions. The cost of the device, depending on the size and frequency of the trimmer comb, is from 1,200 to 1,800 rubles.
This popular Chinese product can be bought on Aliexpress. Available in modifications S, M and L, having blade lengths of 5, 6.6 and 10 centimeters, respectively.
A small and lightweight device will last much less than the expensive FURminator, but its advantage is ease of use and low cost.
The cost, depending on the modification, is from 380 to 515 rubles.
Owners of almost all cat breeds are familiar with the problems that arise during pet shedding. Carpets, furniture, floors and clothing are covered with wool. Will a furminator help?
What is a furminator?
The process of removing undercoat and wool, first of all, is not liked by all owners. It is very rare for a pet to sit quietly in place while brushing. As for the animal, he does not like this procedure due to possible accidental damage to the skin or sudden pulling out of pieces of matted fur.
To stop torturing both the cat and themselves, many pet owners buy a furminator - a kind of comb-trimmer with a comb blade and a rubberized handle. Its appearance resembles a small rake with dense teeth. The Furminator was invented by US groomers who knew firsthand about the problems that can be encountered when caring for a pet's fur. Proper use of the furminator makes the process of combing your cat easier.
What is the advantage of the Furminator over other combs?
The operating principle of the furminator is to carefully select and remove hair without cuts or pain. The tool does not cause any unpleasant sensations to the cat, but at the same time it removes dead hairs and combs the undercoat well. It is believed that a high-quality furminator removes about 90% of dead fur, and also reduces the duration of seasonal shedding by 2 times.
When the Furminator is used correctly, some pets even enjoy this procedure. The device allows you to remove hair from sensitive areas of the cat's body (for example, on the stomach), without causing additional stress.
Using a furminator ensures an even distribution of sebum, which protects your pet from cold and overheating, dust and parasites. In addition, the cat's skin is massaged, which improves blood flow, which in turn leads to improved coat quality.
Another important advantage of the Furminator over other types of combs is that after using it, the cat swallows fewer hairs while licking. As you know, fur accumulated in the stomach rolls into balls and causes vomiting and constipation.
How to choose a furminator?
The selection rules are quite simple. The first thing you need to consider is the length of the cat's fur. For long-haired cats, there are tools with larger teeth that are marked “long hair” on the packaging. Owners of short-haired cats, on the other hand, should look for Furminators labeled “short hair.”
It is important to pay attention to the furminator handle. If it turns out to be too short (thin, wide, etc.), the process of removing hair and undercoat will not be easy for either the cat or its owner. Combing is always done in the direction of hair growth! The muzzle, belly and tail of cats are very sensitive, so choose a comfortable furminator (hold several different models in your hands in the store) and be careful when further combing.
Owners of several cats of different breeds and coat types (for example, British Shorthair and Persian) need to buy furminators with several types of disposable blades. Such a device can also be useful for those who have other pets: dogs, guinea pigs, ferrets.
Do not rush to purchase a Furminator if your pet's skin has damage, such as scratches or non-healing wounds. Until the animal recovers, you cannot comb it with this tool. The same applies to tangles: first, they should be carefully removed, and only then use a furminator. Otherwise, you will tangle the fur even more and it will hurt your pet.
How to choose the right tool?
When choosing a brush, you need to focus on three parameters: the type, type of coat and size of the pet.
There are only two types of furminators available: Deluxe and Classic. Reviews indicate that both are quite comfortable and last a long time. But Deluxe devices have an ergonomic handle and an automatic cleaning function.
The design of devices for long-haired and short-haired animals has some differences. Short-haired breeds include breeds with a coat length of up to 5 cm, and long-haired ones - up to 12 cm. The market offers a large selection of furminators for short-haired breeds, as well as for pets with long fur. They are recommended for use for various breeds: Siberian, Siamese, Maine Coon, Persian, Ragdoll, Norwegian Forest. You should not use this tool only for grooming animals that do not have undercoat. These include breeds such as Tiffany, Angora, and Singapore cats.
Combing short-haired cats is carried out with a furminator with a special design. You can choose the right accessory here:
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general description
Furminator for cats and cats is a new product in pet stores. This device is a modernized version of the traditional comb with durable metal teeth. The device was developed by American groomers.
This comb works on the same principle as a trimmer, removing excess hair from your pet without having a negative effect on healthy hairs. Thanks to the teeth, lost hair is firmly fixed and pulled out. The part of the fur that remains on the animal is trimmed with sharp blades located between the teeth.
After such treatment, the owner can only remove excess hairs with his hand or a moistened napkin and throw them away.
The Furminator for cats is great for the following breeds:
- ragdoll;
- Maine Coon;
- Somali;
- Persian;
- chinchilla;
- Siberian;
- forest Norwegian, etc.
How to choose tool size?
The choice of comb width depends on the size of the cat:
- 3.2 cm - suitable for medium-sized kittens aged 2-3 months;
- 4.5 cm - for adult pets of small breeds whose weight is not more than 5 kg - Siamese, Balinese, mongrel;
- 6.8 cm - for cats of large breeds weighing more than 5 kg - Siberian, Angora, Maine Coon and others, as well as outbred cats, which delight the owners with a large article.
It is important to choose the right size. You should not buy a comb “for growth” and try to comb an animal weighing 2 kg with a tool for large animals. Significant areas of the body will remain untreated. If you use a furminator for kittens for an adult cat, the duration of the combing process will increase several times, and the efficiency will decrease.
How to use it correctly?
You can only comb dry and clean wool. It is often necessary, before combing long-haired cats or short-haired cats that walk outside on their own, to bathe them and allow them to dry and lick themselves. The tool is not used to remove tangles - they must first be untangled or cut out.
The animal should be combed by running a comb along the hair growth. Movements should be careful and leisurely. Start correctly from the head, then work on the back, and then on the paws, belly, tail and panties between the hind legs.
Dealing with shedding is easy if you have a quality tool. In our online store you can purchase a slicker for your beloved pet:
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If your cat is restless, take a short break, pet it, give it the opportunity to assume a comfortable position, and then gently turn it as you treat one or another area of the body.
Before brushing your pet for the first time, read the instructions for the device - where the manufacturer describes in detail how to use a specific model.
Advantages
Manufacturers of furminators advertise their products, listing the following advantages when used for combing cats:
- there is no injury to the animal’s skin;
- do not cause pain to the cat;
- healthy guard hairs are not damaged during the combing process;
- removal occurs in the right places and only dead parts of the undercoat;
- using the device helps prevent the occurrence of tangles;
- the animal gets used to combing painlessly and quickly;
- the pet enjoys the procedure;
- due to the effective removal of loose hair, the cat swallows less hair when licking;
- the molting period is effectively reduced;
- at the same time the skin is massaged;
- The source of pollution in human housing is promptly eliminated.
We also recommend reading the article on how to comb cats.
How often can you use a furminator for cats?
The frequency of use of the device is determined individually for each animal. It depends on how long and thick his fur is, and whether he has a tendency to form tangles. It is usually sufficient to brush short-haired cats 6-7 times a year, mainly during shedding, and only with a brush for the corresponding breeds. Luxurious long fur requires more attention - the procedure can be repeated 2-3 times a week during shedding, and use a brush once a week in the summer. In winter, you should not unnecessarily pick up a brush in order to preserve as much as possible the undercoat, which protects your pet from the cold, even if he lives in an apartment.
If you have doubts about what care regimen will be optimal for your pet, you need to ask your veterinarian.
To make caring for a long-haired pet easier and to get rid of hairballs flying around the house, look for a furminator or trimmer in a specialized online store:
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Vitamins and supplements for wool
Caring for the coat of a Scottish cat also involves periodically taking vitamins and minerals. Vitamins can be purchased at a pet store or veterinary pharmacy. Or, instead, purchase regular brewer's yeast from a human pharmacy. It is especially good to drink this course during molting. However, cats consuming fortified factory food cannot additionally take such complexes.
In addition, do not forget about special pastes and food for removing hair that gets into the stomach, which inevitably happens during licking. Also plant grass on the windowsill so that the cat can periodically regurgitate this fur: the grass is not digested, irritating the digestive tract, as a result of which lumps come out with it during vomiting. Cats, intuitively feeling that grass will help, eat it with pleasure.
Precautionary measures
In order not to cause discomfort to the cat or damage the skin and fur, the tool should be used in compliance with the following measures:
- do not try to untangle long pile tangles with it;
- use only brushes of the appropriate size;
- Do not use for combing wet and dirty wool;
- do not use if there are wounds, scratches, or inflammatory processes on your pet’s skin - you must first consult a veterinarian and follow his recommendations;
- Do not use for grooming animals of breeds that do not have undercoat.
Before the first combing, you need to understand how the device works and how to use it correctly. After use, the Furminator should be cleaned and capped.
How to distinguish an original instrument from a fake?
It is important to know how to choose a good quality furminator. Sometimes stores offer very cheap devices. You won’t be able to save money on such a purchase - the tool practically doesn’t work, which is why negative reviews about furminators often appear.
You can choose an original device and distinguish it from a fake by the following criteria:
- the blades between the teeth should be slightly curved, not straight;
- at the top of the package there should be the inscription “anti-shedding tool” in 4 languages;
- the handle has a metal base with a rubber lining; in cheap counterfeit devices it is most often made entirely of rubber.
Before purchasing in a store, you can select and compare several products - the original ones will have different numbers on the blades, while the fake ones will have the same numbers. You can also see the distributor's sticker on the original packaging.
Where can I buy?
In addition to the fact that Furminators are sold in most pet stores, they can easily be ordered on the Internet. Many trading platforms offer a periodically updated range of furminators, ranging from the original to fakes for 500 rubles. Cheap analogues can be found in any Chinese online store.
An important criterion when choosing a furminator is its comfortable position in the hand.
As already mentioned, it’s up to you to work with the furminator, so it’s better to choose it in person. Hands, like attachments, are different, and a mistake with the choice will leave an imprint on all subsequent procedures.
Opinions from cat owners
Cat owners highly appreciate the performance characteristics of Furminators. A brush for combing out the undercoat really makes caring for pets easier, helps to avoid the appearance of tangles, and improves the quality of the fur, as clearly demonstrated by the photos before and after its use. The relationship with the pet also improves: he does not hiss, does not hide or scratch when he sees a new brush in the hands of the owner, but calmly endures the procedure. The tool is easy to use, does not require complicated maintenance, and most importantly, unlike conventional brushes, it lasts for a long time, fully recouping its cost.
According to veterinarians, such care with massage has a beneficial effect on the general condition of the animal. The undercoat becomes thicker and the coat becomes shiny and healthy. It is only important to choose the right model that matches the characteristics of the breed and size of the cat.
What is the device
Furminator was invented in the USA through the joint efforts of veterinarians and cat breeders. The device resembles a trimmer, which is used for cutting hair in hairdressing salons. The device allows you to remove all dead hairs from the undercoat, even if it is very deep, without pulling out living hairs. It is especially convenient to use this tool during shedding, when the volume of dead hair is especially large. Between molts, it is recommended to comb your cat with a furminator once every 3 days. This cat comb will remove hairs that die off in small quantities.
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Long combing is not required, and 3-4 minutes are enough to completely remove old hair. A brush for cats does not give this result. The advantages of using such a brush are as follows :
- prevention of contamination of the apartment with wool;
- prevention of blockage of the animal's esophagus with hairballs;
- giving your pet a neat appearance;
- preventing the appearance of tangles.
Thus, once you get a cat, you should definitely purchase a furminator to care for its fur. Without this tool, it’s difficult to expect that you won’t need to clean your apartment of hair every day.
Device rating
Based on reviews from cat owners and sales levels, we can make a rating of the most successful models, easy to use and with a good combination of price and quality.
- The first place in the ranking is taken by FURMINATOR FURFLEX - this is a professional tool. It is chosen by cat owners for whom their appearance is very important, used for caring for show animals, as well as by those who like to photograph their pets and display their photos on social networks. The price of the tool is quite high, but it also serves for many years, maintaining the teeth and sharpness of the blades.
- Second place in the ranking goes to DELIGHT - its price is lower, but it works no worse. Models are available with different numbers of teeth.
- The rating continues with HelloPet brand products.
- Fourth place in the ranking is shared by the brands TRIXIE and Dele - they are much cheaper, but their service life is shorter. In Dele products the handle is made of plastic.
