DavidOklahoma
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« on: March 25, 2009, 06:38:29 PM » |
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I rescued a male "shaded" solid cream colored Persian today from a shelter. "Moca" has been neglected and his coat is horribly matted. How is the best way to get the mats out of his coat without causing him undo pain. Can any one help ?
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Fultonblue
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« Reply #1 on: March 25, 2009, 08:52:01 PM » |
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I would shave him down and start over.
Welcome to the site and the world of persians.
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Sasha Elizabeth
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« Reply #2 on: March 25, 2009, 08:56:15 PM » |
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Welcome, David and bless you for taking Moca to be your owner  I agree with Linda -- the kindest and least painful thing to do is clip him all the way down and start from the beginning. Your shelter may be able to recommend a groomer to help you. And we are very glad to have you join us! :flower: |
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gaigesmom24
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« Reply #4 on: March 26, 2009, 12:26:16 AM » |
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As others have already said, i would shave him. But good luck either way and welcome to the site!!
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« Reply #5 on: March 26, 2009, 03:30:01 AM » |
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Welcome, David. I agree with the others about shaving Moca. Thank you for rescuing him. :flower:
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DavidOklahoma
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« Reply #7 on: March 26, 2009, 05:05:55 AM » |
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Thanks Everyone !
I'll ask the vet today when I pick up Moca for a groomer that will be able to clip Moca short. I want to be a gentle, and caring for Moca as I can, and I agree that it would be very stressful and upsetting for Moca to go through the ordeal of de-matting. He's going to have enough adjustment to make. At least he's in a home that will care for him. He was neglected, and found outside. The Shelter named him Moca because of his coat color. He has the most captivating golden eyes. He's having surgery today to be nutered. I've got his bed, toys, and everything ready for his homecoming. I'll post a pic (if I can figure this site out) when he's looking good.
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Azurine101
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« Reply #8 on: March 26, 2009, 06:12:56 AM » |
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welcome David, sounds like Mocha has found his furever family. He is one lucky cat and you are one lucky guy. I agree with having a groomer do his coat to get a fresh start.. keep us posted and can't wait for a picture.. Pat
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daisychain
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« Reply #9 on: March 26, 2009, 06:52:41 AM » |
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Hi David! Welcome to the site! It is so wonderful of you to take Mocha in to be a part of your family! We can't wait to see pictures of him |
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Misskitty
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« Reply #10 on: March 26, 2009, 06:58:34 AM » |
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Hi David! Welcome!!!! :lol: :lol: :lol:
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« Reply #11 on: March 26, 2009, 07:11:32 AM » |
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He has the most captivating golden eyes. He's having surgery today to be nutered. I've got his bed, toys, and everything ready for his homecoming. I'll post a pic (if I can figure this site out) when he's looking good.
Well it sounds like you are most certainly smitten! And it sounds as if Moca is going to be spoiled rotten! Good for you...Good for him! Congrats on your new boy. I can't wait to see his little face! |
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Dakota
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« Reply #12 on: March 26, 2009, 08:20:08 AM » |
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Welcome and what a lucky cat to have found a great new owner.
I am so glad you are trying to make the dematting less traumatic for Mocha! I can't wait to see her either. :cat:
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lisajade
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« Reply #13 on: March 26, 2009, 08:33:13 AM » |
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congrats on taking mocha as it must be hard with all the knots you could try talcum powder and see if that eases them or if that doesnt work i would have him shaved
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i had a bichon frise up untll last year and sadly she passed away due to my disability i cannot walk for long periods and i had a persian cat years ago and i would like another if i can find a breeder in belfast
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« Reply #14 on: March 26, 2009, 08:46:16 AM » |
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Hi and welcome to the site. A suggestion, if I'm not too late. Mabey your vet could shave him while he is under anethesia for surgery. That may be less stressful to him. Thank you for giving him a good home.
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