Things You'll Need
- De-matting brush or comb
- Scissors
- Coat conditioner
Instructions
Position your dog so that it will not wiggle away while you remove the mat. Enlist another person's help if your pet is skittish about being groomed.
Locate a mat and apply coat conditioner. Let it soak in, then separate the mat with your fingers.
Use a de-matting brush or a comb to comb out the mat. Comb slowly and gently to avoid causing pain to your dog.
If combing is unsuccessful, use scissors to cut into the mat to loosen it up. Cut up and away from the skin, then continue to comb out the mat.
Completely cut off the mat by first sliding a comb beneath the mat to protect the skin. Cut off the mat in layers above the comb.