HELP, yorkie is MATTED!!!!!

[donna1990]

Tricksie's hair is long, she got groomed Thursday and her hair is matted to the skin mostly between her shoulders. I am using Ice on Ice detangler but getting no where. Saw on YT to use cornstarch but I don't have any. Think I will try cornmeal. Left a message for the groomer but she hasn't called.
I am so

[DianaB]

I know when Reuger gets into the stick-tights so bad I use regular hair conditioner on him. You might try that and lightly brushing her out. Or there's spray in conditioner. It works great on kids.

[gja1000]

I've used kids spray detangler on Rex and Rowdy - it works great, but then I have to bathe them because it is so greasy. I don't think corn meal will work - the corn starch is fine powder that may get into the mats to loosen them, but I dont think corn meal will do that.

[donna1990]

Think they are just about out.
Can't believe my groomer didn't call. Will negotiate a price next month.

[Marilyn]

If she's matted just between her shoulders, you might see if something there is iritating her skin. Sounds like she's been scratching a bunch. Zoe has long hair, and when she scratches a spot, she gets a big tangle.

Glad the mats are almost out!!

[Janet]

I wish I could help, but mine have never ever matted. I usually comb and brush them at least once a day, but more like twice. I think I read on YT to use Cowboy Magic for mats and that it is something everyone should have on hand.

I have my best friends Yorkie and she was matted to the skin just horribly. She will fight with everything she has against being brushed or combed. The groomer that my friend took her to knows how to handle her and was able to get all the mats out. Amazing woman if you ask me...LOL...this dog is a tough one...at 2 lbs 14 ozs.