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- Though your cat does most of their grooming themselves, it's still a good idea to have a high-quality cat brush on hand.
- We did the research and testing to find the best cat brushes and grooming tools you can buy.
- The Furminator Deshedding Tool is our top pick because it reaches into your cat's undercoat to remove hairs before they fall.
The average cat spends anywhere from 15% to 50% of his day grooming himself. While this may seem excessive to you, it is completely normal for your cat and it is very important that he does it. In addition to removing dirt, dust, and dander from his coat, grooming also distributes your cat's saliva over his fur to create a protective layer that aids in thermoregulation. Grooming also helps to stimulate the production of natural oils in your cat's skin, which keeps his skin lubricated and his coat healthy.
Even though your cat does most of his grooming himself, you should still brush him at least once a week. Regular brushing helps to prevent mats and tangles, plus it will reduce the amount of fur your cat sheds. The more frequently you brush your cat, the better - especially if your cat has a long or thick coat. There are different types of cat grooming tools for different purposes and for different coat types, so you'll need to choose the one that best suits your cat.
After reading the reviews and testing some of the top cat grooming tools ourselves, we've chosen the FURminator deShedding Tool for cats as our top pick. Below you'll find our favorite cat grooming tools in four other categories.
Here are the best cat brushes you can buy:
- Best cat brush overall: FURminator Deshedding Tool for Cats
- Best slicker brush for cats: Safari Cat Self-Cleaning Slicker Brush
- Best curry brush for cats: Kong Zoom Groom
- Best de-matting comb for cats with long hair: GoPets Dematting Comb
- Best full cat-grooming kit: Catit Grooming Kit
Updated on 10/24/2019 by Lisa Sabatini: Updated prices, formatting, and links. Added related guides.
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