Grooming a Cat With Long Hair:
The first thing most people picture when they think about Maine Coon Cat grooming is all that fur. It's true, they do have a thick coat, fluffy mane and big bloomers!
The beautiful coat of a Maine Coon is actually not as long and full as some other breeds. The fur on their shoulders and back is shorter than the longer, heavier fur below. So that helps.
Also, this shorter fur with it's natural oils is shiny, glossy and not very prone to mats and tangles. It goes without saying that regular brushing is in order to keep it in good condition.
Thankfully, most Maine Coons are so docile that they are mostly cooperative for grooming time.
But, as much as Maine Coon owners love our Coonies and think they are the cat's meow, many of them just don't like the way being brushed feels.
Sometimes a grooming session seems pointless. Maybe your Maine Coon cat’s skin is sensitive, or maybe he is scared of the brush.
