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DSCN0991A Jasper 210713 cropped+(c)Although diet plays a major role in keeping your cat’s skin and coat healthy, the benefits of regular grooming cannot be underestimated.  Grooming really is an important part of boosting health and wellbeing.

As the seasons change, most cats develop a thicker coat/shed their coat.  However, cats lose dead hair all year around and therefore benefit from regular brushing.  The brushing stimulates the skin and removes dead cells, as well as removing loose hair – which in turn reduces the likelihood of tangles and mats developing.  Matted hair traps heat and can home fleas and other parasites.  It can be painful as it becomes tighter to the skin and can increase irritation and infection.

Different cat breeds have differing grooming needs and the length and density of their coat determines how often a cat should be combed.

DSCN1035A Radek 290713 cropped+(c)Long haired cats like Persians, or cats with curly/silky coats should be brushed through daily – concentrating on those thicker areas, and those that most easily tangle (tummy, armpits, flanks, trousers).  It can be less frequent for cats with short hair, however some breeds (like the British Short Hair) have a thick, dense, plush coat which will mat if not brushed through regularly.DSCN1175A Sophie 260813 cropped+(c)

Regular brushing also reduces the amount of hair your cat swallows whilst grooming him/herself, thus reducing the chance of hairballs developing.  Although usually vomited up, in the extreme hairballs can cause a blockage in the intestine.

Ask yourself :

  • Is it some time since your cat last experienced a thorough grooming session ?
  • Does your cat suffer from any form of tangles/knots or mats in his/her coat ?
  • Has his/her mood changed ?  If Yes :
    • Has he/she become a little grumpy ?
    • Does he/she shrink away from being petted, or enjoying your attention

If you have answered Yes to any of the above, it may well be that your cat is experiencing itchiness or discomfort, due to his/her thick or matted coat.  Or, he/she may feel overwhelmed with the prospect of trying to keep on top of it him/herself.

We have spoken to many cat owners who have can relate to the above points.  Indeed, this is often when our services at EssentiallyPurrfect are called upon.  What is really satisfying for us is the feedback we receive from our customers following the grooming session, in relation to how their cat’s general happiness and behaviour has changed for the better.

“Nick and I have both noticed that Penny is a much happier cat.  She loves being stroked now, whereas she could only handle a little bit of petting before you visited.  She just can’t seem to get enough of our attention now !  So thank you so much”

Katy and Nick-Lowton, Warrington

“Radek is like a different cat !!!!  Not just because he looks gorgeous, but he seems so much happier”

Lorraine-Newton-le-Willows, Merseyside

“It [the groom] certainly seems to have given 12 year old Bindy a new lease of life and her coat is so silky and smooth”

Lesley-Bury, Greater Manchester

“She [Bonny, 16 years old] is so much better and is having more quality of life   …. she is even grooming her face and head”

Wend-Walton-le-Dale,Preston, Lancs

“Mo is full of himself and seems to have a new lease of life after his clip.  He obviously feels so much better”

Kerry-Clitheroe, Lancs

“Marie [17 years old] has been an absolute delight since her new ‘haircut’ and pamper session with you.  She’s strolling around like a little princess”

Tracey-Preston, Lancs

“…managed to get all her [Vera’s] tangles out and she’s now feeling a lot happier and more relaxed”

Jill-Manchester

 

As with most things, prevention is better than cure.  By brushing out your cat regularly, we can prevent crisis point and make for a happier cat, a happier you … and in turn a happier us !

A regular appointment schedule will be cheaper for you as we will not be managing a difficult coat.  It also attracts a 10% discount on the groom itself.

DSCN0611A Tilly 130413 cropped+(c)Why not check in with us today to discuss your cat’s needs, and arrange an appointment ?

 

Look how gorgeous Tilly looks.  Her dad called us – and we would love to hear from you too !

 

 

 

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“Thanks for coming again to comb through Monkey’s thick coat.  He is starting to get used to your visits I think !  He certainly doesn’t complain half as much as he did the first time.  He seemed fairly relaxed and he stayed around while you packed up as well.  He is very pleased with his sleek new coat !  I’m glad we’ve booked another appointment in three months time.  He really isn’t happy with me grooming his “no go” areas on his back and sides.  Anyway, at the moment he is busy grooming himself quite a lot.  By the way, we both enjoyed the new cat music !  See you in November !  Sue and Monkey xx “
Sue. Clitheroe, Lancashire
“Thank u so much for grooming ice today wat a fab job u did definatly recommended.  He seems so much better in himself lv thank u ps sorry for him swearing haha xxx“
Carol. Ince-in-Makerfield, Wigan, Greater Manchester
“Pat Cat was thrilled with his session on Thursday. For the first time, he managed to avoid the clippers. He’s very content and his coat is now silky soft after his brush out. Thanks Sandra, you’re a star!”
Barbara. Blackpool, Lancashire
“Another fantastic session with Sandra and surprisingly this time we had a chilled Radek to deal with. At one point we thought he had fallen asleep !!! Sandra even managed to tackle his back legs, which he usually hates being done …. but thanks to Sandra’s magic touch he’s looking gorgeous again. Thanks Sandra xx”
Lorraine. Newton le Willows, Merseyside
“Can I just say a huge thankyou to Sandra for “eventually” sorting Henry’s knotty coat out.  Thankyou for being amazingly patient with him during his stubborn times and sorry for his bad language lol.  I think now he has realised what it was all about, he’s not left me alone … led on my chest as im trying to type this 🙂  and he seems so much happier in himself and is grooming himself more .  Oh Henry has just said “Thank you Sandra, I feel much more comfortable now the knots have gone and sorry for being a pain lol xx”
Debbie. Great Harwood, Lancashire
“ Hi Sandra, we’re very happy with her coat thanks very much !   She seemed very happy and relaxed after her session.  Also , I’ve noticed she’s much happier to be brushed since her sessions with you – she used to run off at the very sight of a brush !  But now seems to quite like it !  I would recommend your services to anyone looking to have their cat groomed.  We’ve tried a few groomers over the years and have never been happy.  We wouldn’t go anywhere else now !  A very happy customer here !  See you soon x “
Amy. Stockport, Cheshire
Thanks for your patience with Eric as she was certainly a bit squirmy !!  She seems so much happier with her new manicure and your advice about her ‘shedding’ issues was much appreciated.  I will definitely keep in touch and hopefully now my clothes will last longer without all the little puncture holes in them !!
Yvonne. Irlam, Salford, Grtr Manchester
“Tannto has been so much happier and more affectionate since he was cut and he looks great ….. Can’t tell you how grateful we all are for your stress free and professional service. We would definitely recomment. Big thank you from the Orange family !”
Elayne. Stockport, Cheshire
“Just wanted to say a quick thanks for your help with Rem the other day. Rem was a little apprehensive to start with but she eventually calmed down and allowed you to help remove the matting. She’s been very affectionate since her session with you, she’s eating well and for an older cat wants to play a little more. Which is great ! Overall I think she’s doing really well and it’s a huge relief for both her and the family that she’s got her coat back. So a huge thanks is in order and I would recommend anyone to give your services a try ! Rem usually takes a few attempts before she is comfortable with someone but seem to get on very well with you straight away”
Gulam. Oldham, Greater Manchester
“Thank you for taking care of Ringo’s matted and scruffy coat!  He looks so much better now and he seems to be much happier!  Thanks again for your very professional service, will highly recommend !”
Jackie. Southport, Lancashire

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