Regular grooming is not just about keeping your cat's fur looking neat; it's crucial for their overall health and well-being. Grooming helps prevent painful tangling and matting of fur, which, if left untreated, can lead to pelting—a condition where mats combine into one large mass.

Matting can cause severe discomfort as the mats pull on your cat's skin, restricting their movement and causing pain. This can lead to long-term skin and health issues. Mats can form around sensitive areas like the bottom, leading to hygiene problems when your cat uses the toilet.

During each grooming session, I thoroughly check your cat from head to tail, which gives me the opportunity to spot potential health issues that you might have missed. I ensure that their claws are healthy and properly trimmed, preventing painful ingrown claws that can dig into their paw pads.

Additionally, I check and clean their eyes and ears to ensure they’re feeling their best. Grooming is an important part of your cat’s overall care, and I’m here to help keep them happy and healthy.

The biggest sign your cat needs a professional groom is thick, dense mats that feel like hard lumps against their skin.

Other indicators include a dull, greasy coat, thick spiky fur, dandruff, or discoloration, especially around the eyes and ears.

They may also struggle to keep their bottom area clean, leading to unpleasant odors.

If your cat seems anxious, stressed, lethargic, or unexpectedly lashes out, it could be due to discomfort from their coat.

Regular grooming is key to keeping your cat happy and pain-free.

Long or dense fur should be professionally groomed every 6-10 weeks, while short-haired cats can go 10-12 weeks between visits.

Frequent grooming makes each appointment quicker and more pleasant for your cat. It also helps reduce costs since there’s less need for drastic mat removal or full Lion clips, keeping your cat's coat more natural.

Every cat is unique, and I’m happy to discuss their specific grooming needs during an initial appointment to give you an idea of costs. I can’t provide an accurate quote without meeting your cat in person, but I’ve included approximate costs on my website for reference.

I have a "toolbox of techniques" how to handle cats with various temperaments, using kind and gentle methods. I use scents, towels, and happy hoods designed to keep your cat calm and comfortable. 

I groom every breed and understand their unique needs and quirks—Persian, Maine Coon, Ragdoll, British, Bengal, Sphynx, Birman, Siberian, Siamese, domestic... I love them all!

It may take multiple visits to build your cat’s confidence, but together we can help them feel more comfortable. However, if I feel the situation is too stressful or dangerous, I may refer you to your vet for sedation grooming.

My mantra is for all cats to be happy, healthy, and live with ease. My job is to help them achieve this, addressing any issues and working together to improve their well-being.

I ask that we create a plan to prevent future grooming issues, which typically involves regular appointments every 6-12 weeks and your commitment to their grooming routine.

The only time I will refuse to groom is if I believe their welfare (or my own) is at risk and they need veterinary intervention, or if I feel there isn’t a commitment to their long-term care.

Very few dog groomers offer cat grooming services because cats are not just small dogs—they have different fur types, skin, anatomy, body language, and temperaments.

Cat grooming is a specialized skill that requires specific techniques, patience, and a deep understanding of cats.

Cats are also highly sensitive to sights, sounds, and smells, especially the presence of other animals. Grooming in a dog-free environment helps reduce this stress, as I don’t carry dog smells on me or my equipment.

If you do take your cat to a dog grooming salon, please ensure they are specifically trained to groom cats and that no dogs will be present during the appointment.

If your cat is severely matted (with tangled fur forming hard lumps against the skin), the mats will need to be removed with clippers. Cutting through thick mats can blunt the clipper blade, which then needs to be replaced. Replacement blades cost between £40-£60 each, so an additional fee for the groom helps cover this cost.

Removing severe mats takes extra time and requires careful inspection and treatment of the skin underneath. Cats with severe mats may already be in pain and are often extremely sensitive to touch.

I am based in Andover, Hampshire, and offer mobile appointments to reduce travel stress for your cat.

I usually cover a 30-mile radius from Andover, including Hampshire, Wiltshire, and West Berkshire—which includes Basingstoke, Winchester, Salisbury, and Newbury. If you’re further afield, please contact me as I may be able to accommodate you. 

Mileage is charged at 50p per mile, calculated on a round-trip basis from SP10 3HX.