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Do cats really need grooming?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. Many cats struggle to maintain their coats as they get older, have thick undercoats or develop matting. Even short haired cats benefit from professional grooming to remove loose coat and reduce shedding around the home.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Undercoat also brushes out much easier when the coat is clean, which is why bathing can make a big difference when de shedding cats.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you groom aggressive or difficult cats?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Every cat has a different personality and tolerance level for grooming. I work patiently and calmly with cats and take the time to keep the experience as stress free as possible. In some cases a groom may need to be shortened if a cat becomes too stressed.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you sedate cats for grooming?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n No. I do not sedate cats. Only a vet should sedate cats for grooming. My approach focuses on calm handling, patience and working at your cat\u2019s pace to keep the grooming experience as comfortable as possible.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Do you groom kittens?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. Grooming can start from a young age and it can be helpful for kittens to get used to the grooming process early.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Will my cat be shaved?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Not always. Shaving is only necessary if a coat is heavily matted or if an owner specifically requests a lion clip. Many cats only need brushing, de shedding and general coat maintenance.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n What do I need to provide for the mobile groom?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I just need access to a garden tap and a power point. I bring my own hoses, extension cords and a fully equipped grooming van. I ask that a space be left in your driveway or another flat area for me to park the van.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Will grooming stop my cat shedding?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Grooming significantly reduces shedding by removing loose undercoat before it ends up on your furniture and clothes.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Do cats need baths?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Most cats lick themselves, but this is not actually cleaning their coat. Over time oils, dirt and loose undercoat build up. A professional bath helps loosen dead coat, reduce shedding and leave the coat cleaner and easier to brush.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Regular grooming can also reduce hairballs. Excess hair can sometimes build up in the stomach and may cause blockages that require veterinary treatment.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n For long haired cats especially, bathing can make a big difference when removing undercoat and preventing matting.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n What happens if my cat is matted?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Matting can be uncomfortable and sometimes painful for cats because it pulls on the skin. If matting is severe, the safest and most humane option is often to clip the coat shorter to remove the mats.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Once the coat is back in good condition, regular grooming can help prevent matting from returning.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n Do I need to be home during the groom?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. I ask that someone is home during the appointment in case I need to discuss anything about your cat\u2019s groom.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n How long does a groom take?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Most grooms take between 60 minutes and 1.5 hours<\/strong>, depending on coat condition, grooming required and your cat\u2019s tolerance.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n How much does cat grooming cost?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Most grooms range from $100 to $160<\/strong>, depending on coat condition, matting, behaviour and the services required.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n <\/p>\n\n\n\n What areas do you service?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n I service Hervey Bay suburbs including Booral, Dundowran, Eli Waters, Kawungan, Nikenbah, Point Vernon, River Heads, Scarness, Torquay, Urangan and Wondunna.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are outside these areas, you are welcome to bring your cat to me in River Heads, as I also groom from my home for clients located outside my mobile service area.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n Frequently Asked Questions Do cats really need grooming? Yes. Many cats struggle to maintain their coats as they get older, have thick undercoats or develop matting. Even short haired cats benefit from professional grooming to remove loose coat and reduce shedding around the home. 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