Then you'll have to pay the vet or professional groomer a price for neglecting your longhaired companion. Special combs and brushes can be found at the pet store. Another plus of daily grooming is the fact that shedding of the coat will be reduced considerably. Daily combing because you will notice the amount of fleas on your animal during the grooming can reduce flea infestation. Daily grooming also reduces the amount of hairballs your cat's digestive tract has to contend with.
Cats usually shed their coat in cycles brought on by the length of daylight.
If a cat is exposed to natural light only, he will shed in the spring and the fall. Other things that can cause a cat to shed its coat are fleas, an allergy, ringworm, or diet deficiencies. If an unusual amount of shedding is noticed, consult your veterinarian. Bathing your cat is another essential. Do not bathe the cat if it's feeling frightened or anxious .