Problems with matted dogs.
Dogs coat is matted.
Sometimes the only way to assure that the dog has been brushed thoroughly is to go over the entire body with a metal comb.
Here are a few tips on how to prevent mats from forming and what you can do when your dog s coat is matted.
Brushing the outer coat will make the dog look good but may not get at all the mats.
This is due to parasitical infestations dermatological infections and dog hair being a breeding ground for bacteria.
Ignoring matted fur in your dog and not maintaining a healthy coat can lead to problems with hygiene in turn posing significant health risks.
The author of the grooming industry reference guide notes from the grooming table has cleaned up dogs with fur so matted that the only solution was to cut off the entire coat which falls away in one piece like a pelt she says.