Hair mats?

Im not used to having long haired cats, so i tried to get used to grooming both Uno and Sace.

They both seemed to love it, but i noticed a mat on Sace's butt. when i touched it, he lightly but firmly bit me.

how do i get it would and keep my hands?lol

Ooo, tough one. I had 2 persians years ago and they got terrible mats (sp?) every year. I had no luck brushing them out and we had to shave their hind quarters. They looked quite ridiculous. Groomers with sedatives are a great thing!

Generally I have tried to work in from the bottom of the clump, holding the front of the clump so it doesn't pull too much, but occasionally I have had to just cut it out.

Sometimes it helps to gently pull the mat apart with your fingers too. But if they are too badly matted, you will probably need to take the cat to to a groomer.

Just a side note for anyone with persians. I would avoid at all costs, having a persian groomed under anesthetic. They are at high risk due to the flat construction of their faces (airways, sinuses etc.)