Animal lovers, in particular owners of various breeds of affectionate and mischievous purrs, know that animals need care.
It is important not only to feed your pet and provide it with basic conditions for a cat’s life, but also to comb out its fur in a timely manner.
This is where the debate arises - which tool is better? Looking at photos of combs for cats, it’s quite difficult to decide. Therefore, you should learn more about the accessories needed in the home of cat lovers.
Types and purpose
Cats and cats are very capricious. They have their own habits, behavior patterns and favorite things. A properly selected comb will evoke pleasant impressions and sensations during the combing process. Therefore, the choice should be taken responsibly.
The modern pet market presents many models: scratchers, flea brushes, slicker brushes, tangle brushes, combs with rotating teeth, a glove-shaped model, a combing device with a blade.
But, after reading reviews about combs for cats, remember that each cat is an individual who may not be satisfied with what others like.
How to use a comb
There are cat owners who believe that understanding Furminators is very simple. This is true, but it wouldn’t hurt to learn about some of the nuances so that the animal doesn’t have to be caught throughout the apartment in the future.
These nuances are:
- Before you start using the Furminator for British cats, you need to bathe your pet with a special shampoo, and then dry your pet dry.
- If the animal has recently been bathed, then all visible dirt should be removed from the fur: twigs, threads, so that they do not get tangled in the fur coat.
- Before processing long-haired beauties, you should carefully inspect the wool and make sure that there are no tangles on it. Having noticed such ones, they must be cut off. Otherwise, the device will constantly cling to them, giving your pet unpleasant sensations.
- Refuse to treat the four-legged animal if there are various types of damage to the skin.
- During treatment, behave calmly, gently stroking your pet. Animals perfectly sense the mood of their owner, so if he is nervous, the British are nervous too.
- The animal should be combed in a position that is comfortable for it. The cat should feel maximum comfort at this moment.
- Combing is done in the direction of hair growth and nothing else. Otherwise, the pet may get angry and never let its owner brush it again. Particular attention should be paid to the tail, belly and muzzle. These areas are sensitive and must be approached with caution.
- If animals were previously scratched with ordinary brushes, and the procedure itself was not enjoyable, then you need to prepare your four-legged friend. To do this, you just need to move the device over the fur so that the purr gets used to the new sensations.
Selection rules
Despite your pet’s individual preferences, there are several important rules to consider when choosing. Of course, the price of cat brushes plays a role. It depends on the brand, the material from which the product is made, the quality and convenience of the combing device itself.
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Next, it’s worth assessing the condition of your pet’s fur – is everything too shabby, are there any problems in the form of tangles and others.
You should definitely take into account the length and thickness of the animal’s fur. For short-haired breeds, some types of combs will simply not be relevant.
The last thing you need to understand is the purpose of this purchase. If the comb is specifically for fleas, but the cat has no trace of them, wasting money will be unnecessary. But a tool that will help a purr care for its fur is a useful acquisition.
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When compiling this rating, the following parameters were taken into account:
- Compressor popularity
- Its performance
- Parameter adjustment options
- Heating temperatures
- Noisiness
- Housing material
- Reliability
- Weight
- Number of nozzles
- Manufacturer's Warranty
- User reviews
So let's get started:
1 place. Metrovac Air Force Commander
This is a top American compressor, Amazon's leader. Very reliable. And the manufacturer is not afraid to give it a 5-year warranty. There are many reviews where it has served groomers for 20 years. Steel body. Reliable motor, like a Kalashnikov assault rifle. Good performance. The disadvantages are the lack of heating (as we wrote above, this is good for animals), step-by-step speed switching (2 speeds) and a high price. It's really expensive.
Metrovac's Air Force Commander
2nd place. Tenberg Sirius Pro
A new brand, but already beginning to gain popularity among groomers. The most powerful among single-engine compressors, even exceeding the performance of most twin-engine compressors. Maximum air flow 7 CBM (7 m³/s). High-quality plastic and compressor components. Optimal heating temperature. Smooth power adjustment. Of the minuses: despite its European roots, it is still “made in China” (although now the majority of even branded goods are made in China).
Tenberg Sirius Pro
3rd place. XPOWER B-4
American compressor, which is in the Amazon TOP.
Its absolute advantage is the vacuum cleaner function. After grooming, you can use it to remove all the fur scattered throughout the cabin and save on a separate vacuum cleaner. High-quality plastic body. High performance with low power of 1200 W. This means that you will also save on electricity. Quite lightweight. Has smooth power adjustment. It is stated that it is “40% quieter than competitors,” but the actual noise level is not indicated. Hmm.. Cons – there is no heating function and the price is much higher than average.
XPOWER B-4
4th place. Compressor KOMONDOR F-01
Popular compressor in Russia. Smooth power adjustment. Metal body, which makes it more durable to use. 3 nozzles. Located in the middle price segment. 1 year warranty. On the downside: there are a lot of unknowns. The real engine performance, noise and even weight are unknown. It is quite clear why this data is not indicated by the manufacturer. But according to user reviews, it’s an ordinary Chinese dryer, quite functional.
KOMONDOR F-01
5th place. Compressor DIMI LT-1090
One of the most popular brands in Russia. Low noise. Optimal air heating temperature. Smooth power adjustment. Quite budget friendly. The actual performance is not indicated, only “power” and “air speed”, as we wrote about above. Power 2800 W, whether this is good or bad is unknown. But you will need to pay a little more for electricity. Of the minuses: only 6 months of warranty. Hm…
DIMI LT-1090
6th place. Codos CP-200
A very old brand, Codos, available in almost all pet and grooming stores. Codos is known and trusted by almost every groomer. The compressor has smooth speed control. There is a heating function (but above the permissible limit). Performance, like most Chinese compressors, is unknown. The downside is that the price is higher than the market price due to the brand markup. But, this is rather a premium for being time-tested.
Codos CP-200
7th place. LAN TUN LT-1090
This is one of the most purchased compressors in Russia. Easy. Its huge advantage is the price. It is significantly below the market. Otherwise there are more disadvantages. Only 2 speeds, unknown performance at high power (weak according to reviews), unknown noise (normal according to reviews), cheap plastic. The attachments break easily when dropped.
Modern devices
Not so long ago, a device called a furminator comb for cats was invented in America and is now becoming popular almost all over the world. It is a hybrid of a comb and a trimmer.
The furminator is intended for combing out the undercoat. It is recommended to use it 2-3 per month.
Nozzles with blades are different and are selected depending on the length and type of the animal’s fur.
Who is this type of scratcher contraindicated for?
The Furminator is not suitable for all cats. This applies, first of all, to hairless breeds of representatives of the cat world. These include:
- Canadian Sphynx;
- Don Sphynx;
- Peterbald;
- Ukrainian Levkoy;
- Elf;
- Dwelf;
- Bambino.
You should not use a Furminator if your pet belongs to the following breeds:
- Bengal;
- Toyger;
- Abyssinian;
- Burmanskaya;
- Laperm;
- Devon Rex;
- Cornish Rex;
- Singaporean;
- Oriental;
- Balinese.
They either have a very short coat with no undercoat at all, or a coat that lies close to the body and has a small amount of guard hair.
Carefully! The use of Furminator in cats of these breeds is not prohibited, but the number of procedures should be halved.
Do not use the device if your pet has dermatitis, fungal infections or subcutaneous mites. Scratching will cause discomfort to the cat and contribute to the spread of the disease.
Variety of assortment
The range of cat scratchers is varied. The simplest model is a comb intended for daily combing. Cat combs with natural bristles are very popular.
The tool boasts a good antistatic effect and does not harm the animal's skin.
Brushes with two functional sides are convenient and practical. One side is equipped with sparse metal teeth with safely rounded ends for regular preventive combing, and on the other - artificial or natural bristles for combing out wool and undercoat.
Slicker brushes are used for cats with different hair lengths, helping to eliminate dead particles of fur. Combs with a blade are also convenient to use, a simpler version of the furminator.
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Furminator for animal care
Since combing is considered a mandatory procedure, it is important to carry it out efficiently - a furminator can help with this. This is a modern device that is designed to care for medium-haired and long-haired animals. This comb helps get rid of dead particles and loose hair, while easing the general condition of the cat.
As you can see in the photo, the device is a metal plate on which teeth are randomly attached. This tool allows you to effectively capture all dead hairs and then pull them out. The comfortable handle makes combing easier and also helps to comb out fur even in hard-to-reach places.
There is no need to accustom the animal to such care, since it will enjoy the massage - this is considered an undeniable advantage of the brush.
The Furminator, due to its structure, is able to evenly distribute the animal's secretions - this helps the fur to be softer and smoother. Using the tool correctly, you will be able to maintain order in the house, because if you use it regularly, all dead hairs will remain on the teeth.
So, the fuminator is the best comb you can use to comb your cat. However, its price is significantly higher than regular combs and combs, so not everyone can afford such a purchase.
Affection and benefit
The main problem when brushing a pet for the first time is its rejection of the useful procedure. How sophisticated are the owners of four-legged meowing creatures trying to accustom them to such a joint activity!
And here is a good option - a comb glove for cats. It seems like the owner is stroking and caressing the animal, and unnecessary, excess hairs are collected on the soft rubber spikes of the glove.
This device has already been appreciated by many representatives of the cat breed and, of course, purring lovers.
Teaching a cat to scratch
The whip method is definitely inappropriate here. Screaming, hitting, or tying paws is strictly forbidden. You don’t want your pet to experience enormous stress after each brushing procedure, do you? If the cat categorically refuses the procedure, it may be due to the wrong instrument. Perhaps he is causing pain to the cat or you are making sudden movements.
Follow the instructions to make friends with a cat and a comb:
First, show the animal the device. Let him smell it and examine it from all sides. This way your pet will understand that the tool is safe.
Be consistent. Decide what time you will brush your cat every day. He must get used to the procedure and perceive it as a daily necessity.
To make the animal feel good, start brushing with light stroking of the cheeks, chin, and head. Purrs love having these areas massaged. Gradually move on to the remaining areas.
Never press the brush with force, even if you need to untangle hairs or reach hard-to-reach places.
After each procedure, do not forget to praise your pet and treat it.
The main thing is consistency and gentleness. Do not force the animal, comb it at the same time, and not when you remember it. And, of course, the sooner you start brushing your cat, the faster he will get used to it and will not run away from you.
Why is this necessary?
Many factors indicate the benefits of regular brushing of animals.
Firstly, the visual effect - after combing, the fur becomes sparkling, beautiful and smooth.
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Secondly, it is useful for the condition of the cat’s skin - the appearance of tangles is prevented and dead hair is collected.
Thirdly, practicality, because the combed wool is carefully thrown into the trash bin, and does not lie all over the house, clinging to clothes and other objects.
Fourthly, in this way, the person helps the cat not to swallow fur when carrying out the procedure in the form of licking on its own, relieving it of possible troubles with the gastrointestinal tract.
Expert advice
How often can you use the tool? Every day, but there is no real need for this. Cats can be combed once or twice a week for 15-20 minutes. This is quite enough to shorten the molting period.
Does the Furminator cut hair? The original tool does not cause any damage. It only removes dead undercoat hairs.
Does the use of a tool prevent the formation of tangles? Yes, regular brushing of the undercoat shortens the shedding period and reduces the number of dead hairs that become tangled and form clumps of matted fur.
Is combing done in winter? Yes. The Furminator removes only dead hairs from the undercoat. It completely retains its original thickness. Don't worry - your pet won't freeze because of this.
Is a furminator used to remove tangles? No, for this there is a special device called a tangle cutter. Before starting the combing procedure, you need to make sure that all clumps of matted hair have been removed.
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