Dog Clippers for Matted Hair

What to consider when Choosing Dog Clippers or Trimmers for Dogs with Matted Coats?

Unfortunately, some dogs are particularly prone to getting mats. Every time a dog sits their fur gets compacted. If this happens repeatedly, and the fur isn’t brushed out, mats form. A similar process can happen under collars or from repeated friction, for example running, rolling, or rubbing.

Some dog’s coats are more prone to matting – those with long coats, or heavy shedders. The best way to prevent these is regular brushing. Washing also helps. If the coat is cleaned regularly with shampoo the coat glides much easier, and is less prone to matting.

If your dog, or a dog that comes into your care, has very matted hair, it’s important to take that hair off. Mats put strain on the skin and can be very uncomfortable. It also becomes difficult to see the health of the skin underneath. Some mats can be brushed out, but consider the size of the mat and the welfare of the dog before committing to it – it’s often best to simply clip the mat off.

So, you’ve decided you need to clip off matted hair. Which dog clippers and trimmers do you need for this? Power and manoeuvrability are key here. It’s also worth thinking about the dog – are they worried by loud noises? Some clippers are much quieter than others. Here is what we recommend.

The Best Dog Clippers for Matted Hair

The best clipper for mats depends on how close the mat is to the skin. Often, using a grader or comb will allow you to get under the mat, and clip it off. Sometimes you may need to use scissors if the mat is particularly close to the skin, prior to clipping over the body area. We recommend: