How to Brush Matted Fur

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Try to divide the fur into small sections with your metal comb.

   This absorbs oil and dirt in hair and helps break up the mat. , If the pet is matted all over start at the bottom of legs and work your way up.
   
   That way you know you are getting right down to the skin and not just brushing the top of the coat. , Make sure you are not making contact with the skin, otherwise you will cause your pet to get what is called brush burn.
   
   Which is, you are basically causing a red rash that can create more problems for your pet. , When the bulk of the mat is brushed out, comb through with your greyhound comb to remove any smaller mats you may have missed with the slicker brush.
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   Step 2: Sprinkle with a generous amount of cornstarch.

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   Step 3: Work through with fingers.

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   Step 4: Start at the end of fur with slicker brush and work you way towards the skin.

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   Step 5: Follow up with a greyhound comb.

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