Write an article based on this "Groom your cat to improve the look of its coat. Decide how often your cat needs brushing. Gather the supplies you will need. Carefully brush your cat."
Regular brushing will remove loose hairs, dirt, and external parasites. It will also help spread natural oils produced by your cat's skin throughout its fur. This will increase the overall shininess and sleekness of your cat's coat. Brushing your cat frequently will also reduce the amount of fur that it swallows when grooming itself, thus reducing the number of hairballs it produces. Begin grooming your cat at a young age so that it will get accustomed to it. Professional cat-grooming services may also be available in your area. Prices for these services can vary widely. Long-haired varieties of cats will need more frequent brushing than short-haired varieties. Long-haired cats will need to be brushed once every few days, while short-haired cats may only need grooming once a week. Other experts suggest brushing long-haired cats for at least 15 minutes per day. To brush your cat well, you will need a quality general brush, a steel comb, and a rubber or bristle brush. All of these should be versions designed specifically for cats. Optionally, a fine chamois or washcloth can be used to wipe your cat after brushing. This will remove any remaining hairs and improve the shine of your cat's coat. Starting with the general brush, stroke your cat's fur softly, working from head to tail. Next, use the steel comb the same way. This will help remove any dirt and debris. Finally, use a bristle or rubber brush, which will remove any loose hairs. If your cat's fur has any tangles, carefully work those out before brushing its whole coat. If you wish, wipe your cat with a chamois or washcloth after brushing to maximize the shine of its coat. Make sure to be gentle on your cat's sensitive areas, such as its belly. To brush the tail of a long-haired cat, make a part down the middle and brush fur to either side.