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  • @girlwiththedogs212
    @girlwiththedogs212  3 місяці тому +362

    Follow Koji on instagram: instagram.com/koji_siberian?igsh=cGI0ZGoxNXB4cGxn

    • @madamehadomadam2627
      @madamehadomadam2627 3 місяці тому +8

      He's so adorable ! What a funny lovely angry face, the cute little devil/angel

    • @winterprism9227
      @winterprism9227 3 місяці тому +7

      His fur looked almost wool like in some instances.

    • @MonkeyJedi99
      @MonkeyJedi99 3 місяці тому +13

      When I first started watching both channels, I thought the talking was just for our benefit, to explain and teach.
      But now I am thinking it is also for the benefit of the animals, proving calm, quiet and constant human sound to anchor them, as much as possible, away from anxiety.

    • @bkitteh6295
      @bkitteh6295 3 місяці тому +9

      Part of his coat issue is undoubtedly related to his heart prob. (just like his weird nails). What I'm wondering is which products his owner 8s using on him. I know this is probably the 1st or 2nd thing you thought about when evaluating him, but I didn't hear you mention it during the video. You must have a product to make his fur a little better. Which one would you suggest for this little guy?
      Thanks for another great video, Vanessa! He was such a good boy - I think he has a secret crush on you. ❤

    • @MonkeyJedi99
      @MonkeyJedi99 3 місяці тому

      @@bkitteh6295 A leave-in conditioner?
      I know they have them for humans in pump-spray bottles, but I've never used one myself as I have normal to oily hair.

  • @MT-kb3xl
    @MT-kb3xl 3 місяці тому +4176

    Owner of Koji here - thank you so much for the groom Vanessa! He was shivering a lot the first few days he was home so I increased the temperature in the house. He's been cuddling with me every day and is sleeping right next to me in bed right now! He's stopped shivering and back to his normal self

    • @ashrowan2143
      @ashrowan2143 3 місяці тому +411

      I sometimes give my cats a hot water bottle wrapped in a towel when they are cool so they have the option to cuddle up to that

    • @MT-kb3xl
      @MT-kb3xl 3 місяці тому +275

      @@ashrowan2143 that's a great idea! I will try that next time. Thanks!

    • @catswatchingbirds818
      @catswatchingbirds818 3 місяці тому +163

      You might also consider getting an x-small pet sweater for those times when he might need to be shaved in the future. You can find them for under $10.

    • @ashrowan2143
      @ashrowan2143 3 місяці тому +81

      @@MT-kb3xl no problem you can also find self heating pet beds but I haven't gotten one of those for my cats so can't personally vouch for them

    • @MT-kb3xl
      @MT-kb3xl 3 місяці тому +98

      @@catswatchingbirds818 yes, I am planning on getting him one . Not sure if he'll like it though 😂

  • @klcpca
    @klcpca 3 місяці тому +4991

    You are correct, Venessa... the strange nails (and his coat also) are due to his heart condition that causes poor circulation to the ends of his "fingers and toes"... same thing happened to humans with bad hearts. He wasn't happy but he sure was one of the best behaved cat ever!!!

    • @d.l.parham157
      @d.l.parham157 3 місяці тому +295

      I have lung disease and I also have weird toenails and fingernails. It took a pulmonary specialist a few years ago to let me know that. Kitty cat has to be a thousand times more comfortable without all those mats and it sounds as if the owner can deal with the bathing part when he is more relaxed.

    • @killman369547
      @killman369547 3 місяці тому +133

      @@d.l.parham157 So in your case your lung condition means there's not enough oxygen in the blood that reaches your fingers and toes. Different cause, similar effect.

    • @SandraOrtmann1976
      @SandraOrtmann1976 3 місяці тому +37

      Ah, now I know why my toenails might do the strange things they do.

    • @lulumoon6942
      @lulumoon6942 3 місяці тому +30

      Guess this is like club nails?

    • @user-xm9ev3tq6i
      @user-xm9ev3tq6i 3 місяці тому +52

      In humans, we call it - if i translate it correctly - watch glass nails, and it can happen in heart and in lung diseases too, because it caused by long term hypoxaemia (low oxygen level in the bood which is the result of bad pulmonary circulation or bad oxygen diffusion in the lung).

  • @aliciat2532
    @aliciat2532 3 місяці тому +1314

    My cardiac kitty passed from his condition in November. It makes me happy to see this little guy being well taken care of ❤

    • @WouldbeRenaissanceLady6926
      @WouldbeRenaissanceLady6926 3 місяці тому +27

      Mine passed on the third of January.😭😿😢
      One really important fact that I wish I had known about was that he had a Level Three Heart Murmur and how much I needed to look after his teeth in order to avoid him having an anaesthetic.
      Please look after your cat's teeth, as they get older, they are at a much greater risk with an anaesthetic with or without a heart murmur.
      I miss that little guy so much.x💔💔💔

    • @taraellis8279
      @taraellis8279 3 місяці тому +13

      How old was your little one?
      Mine was 1.5 and it just happened so suddenly!

    • @WouldbeRenaissanceLady6926
      @WouldbeRenaissanceLady6926 3 місяці тому +1

      @@taraellis8279 My boy managed to get to twelve and a half, he had been born with a condition called "Flat Chested Kitten Syndrome" and I was warned that he might not pull through when he was a tiny kitten, but thankfully he did.
      We enjoyed twelve and a half amazing years together, he was by my side when I was seriously ill on my sick-bed with an abdominal issue, being a really loving and loyal cat.
      Harry succumbed to Feline Stomatosis, which is an extremely nasty condition indeed. It broke my heart to see him suffer and fading away, his vet felt that removing his teeth would help, but I was warned that he had a Level Three Heart Murmur accompanied by Atrial Fibulation and his vet warned me from the outset that it was going to be fifty-fifty.
      I think maybe if it ever happens again, I will suggest going down the steroids route to begin with... In retrospect, think that would have been a better option for Harry.😭
      I have now started brushing my remaining cat's teeth and getting her shots up to date, she is also on a raw diet.
      We as cat parents can only do our very best can't we?🤷

    • @aliciat2532
      @aliciat2532 3 місяці тому

      @@taraellis8279 He was only 5. He didn't show any symptoms until January last year, when he had some spells we thought were seizures. Then at the end of May he went into full congestive heart failure. I got 6 more months with him with the help of some wonderful cardiologists and the fact that my sweet boy never minded taking all his meds. I'm sorry about your kitty. It's such a cruel disease whether they are taken suddenly or slowly

    • @aliciat2532
      @aliciat2532 3 місяці тому

      @@WouldbeRenaissanceLady6926 I'm so sorry. Its so unfair. My boy was neutered at 1, and didn't show any symptoms until he was 5 so thankfully came out of his neuter OK. He declined quite rapidly after the onset of symptoms. I miss him everyday

  • @sidereus7
    @sidereus7 3 місяці тому +278

    If he’s not stressed by the bath and blow dry at home, it makes sense to just shave him at your salon and then let the owners handle the rest to maximize his comfort. Each groom is so unique and I love your judgment in each situation. What a good little guy he was!

    • @okeanos6391
      @okeanos6391 3 місяці тому +16

      Firmly agreed, exactly what I was thinking tbh.

  • @Heralupa
    @Heralupa 3 місяці тому +2288

    It brings me joy to know that this little guy, with all his medical conditions, found a family who love him and puts his needs first. May he enjoy a long life with his family.

    • @LegallyBoopy
      @LegallyBoopy 3 місяці тому +59

      unfortunately he will not have a long life with a stage 4 murmur :\ but at least he will be loved and cared for with the months he has left.

    • @Sargy18MPBDE
      @Sargy18MPBDE 3 місяці тому +29

      He's such a beautiful boi. ❤🥰

    • @bunjijumper5345
      @bunjijumper5345 3 місяці тому

      miracles can happen, lets all pray to Jesus, Muhammad, Allah, or whoever people pray to.@@LegallyBoopy

    • @autumngargus9301
      @autumngargus9301 3 місяці тому +3

      @@LegallyBoopyHow old is he currently?

    • @LegallyBoopy
      @LegallyBoopy 3 місяці тому

      idk but cats with stage 4 heart murmurs dont tend to live more than another year before their heart fails@@autumngargus9301

  • @laurahappel7786
    @laurahappel7786 3 місяці тому +3205

    I WISH there was a silent set of clippers. I think it would go a long way towards not stressing out the animals.

    • @piplupcola
      @piplupcola 3 місяці тому +613

      Same with a silent hair dryer. I think even humans hate the sound of hair dryers

    • @WeaponsRemorse
      @WeaponsRemorse 3 місяці тому +398

      @@piplupcola as a human i can confirm i hate the sound

    • @Separikakku
      @Separikakku 3 місяці тому +32

      can't you use a nail file or however it's called in english? it's silent but takes more time

    • @soniareyes2874
      @soniareyes2874 3 місяці тому +137

      I was thinking 🤔 the same thing because animals have unique hearing abilities so imagine how loud and terrifying those blow dryers and clippers motor sound hopefully someone will invent a noiseless clipper & dryer set made especially for animals grooming ❤

    • @fabrisseterbrugghe8567
      @fabrisseterbrugghe8567 3 місяці тому +93

      I haven't used a hairdryer since 1989 because the sound is too much for me -- and I have control over the thing. I can't imagine the stress for animals.

  • @socialriot
    @socialriot 3 місяці тому +494

    Such a sweetheart of a kitty. I can understand this worry; my chihuahua has reverse PDA w/pulmonary hypertension. Her illness makes finding a groomer super difficult because no one wants to take a high risk dog in. So we take care of her as best we can at home. Recently she needed surgery because, like this baby, vets didn't want to fix her because of anesthesia complications. Her being unfixed though lead her to so many other problems, including mammary tumors and a massive hernia. She survived the surgery though, and is doing really well!
    Thank you for your gentleness, your education and sharing Koji with us. May be continue to flourish against his ailments and keep on living his best life!

    • @sigridlarsson8491
      @sigridlarsson8491 3 місяці тому +10

      I can tell your pup is so loved! I wish you and her all the best!🫶🏼🫶🏼

  • @user-vl8qw8hp1g
    @user-vl8qw8hp1g 3 місяці тому +219

    Poor Koji looked so dejected as he crawled back into his carrier. He seems like such a sweet kitty!! ❤❤

  • @JustMe-ks8qc
    @JustMe-ks8qc 3 місяці тому +882

    He was an extremely good boy even though he hated his groom. I'm sure he feels better now he doesn't have all those mats pulling at him and I hope his beautiful coat grows back quickly for him.

    • @AmberU
      @AmberU 3 місяці тому +13

      I agree very well behaved !

    • @swango2011
      @swango2011 3 місяці тому +22

      Really good boy for an intact male cat. Vanessa must have gained his trust for him to become almost relaxed for his groom. Wonderful work Vanessa ❤

  • @ElvenGoddess86
    @ElvenGoddess86 3 місяці тому +1040

    Even with the matting, this kitty is very much well loved and cared for. Can see it in his behavior and how he allows you to move him. Cats are sensitive about their tummies, so his response to being on his back with tummy exposed is perfectly acceptable. Glad the owner pays attention to their fur baby and recognized they needed help with the matting. Good kitty!

    • @nckojita
      @nckojita 3 місяці тому +53

      just seeing how staticky and desperate his hair is to stick to everything it’s no wonder he’s matted tbh, it seems like a nightmare to deal with lmao

    • @LolaLaRue-sq6jm
      @LolaLaRue-sq6jm 3 місяці тому +4

      A cat this matted is NOT being well cared for. I've had Persians and I brushed them regularly. ITS EASY. There is no excuse for this cat's condition.. This is NEGLECT.

    • @ElvenGoddess86
      @ElvenGoddess86 3 місяці тому +48

      @@LolaLaRue-sq6jm how you live could be different from this cats owner. your environment, even down to humidity makes a difference in the way animal fur behaves. you can look in the animal's eyes and see that they are cared for. if not, the cat would not have been able to be handled as much as it was.

    • @ruralmetalhead
      @ruralmetalhead 3 місяці тому +56

      @@LolaLaRue-sq6jm You only know what you see in this video, and Vanessa literally gives us so much backstory on this cat's condition and treatment at home. Koji is clearly VERY loved, but with his medical condition in his heart (which affects his ability to clean himself, his hair texture, and many other things. heart conditions are no joke) matting isn't a matter of IF, but WHEN. No matter how often you brush your cat, if he is not grooming himself, he WILL GET MATTED. So I suggest you grow up and stop being such a horrible person on the internet.

    • @FukaiKokoro
      @FukaiKokoro 3 місяці тому +6

      I recently lost my fav cat ever. Her name was Zoey and she was a long haired calico. She was the sweetest girl ever. She liked being shaved and groomed. Shed happily sit there as id pick at her dreads. She became my emotional support animal. Anytime id be extra stressed shed see that and do anything in her pawer to get me to pay attention to her and not what's stressing me out. Shed start tapping me. Meowing etc. I miss her everyday. But I feel the cat supply system brought her back. A stay mama showed up a month after her passing. She got pregnant with a intact male that belongs to one of my neighbors. And one of the six kittens reminds me exactly of her. It almost makes me cry like she came back to me in a weird way.

  • @rondameier8168
    @rondameier8168 3 місяці тому +399

    You ever wonder if they say "I'm NAKED WHAT THE HECK!!!" afterwards??? Lol .. He's a pretty kitty... Glad his pawrents are doing all they can to keep him safe from his heart murmur.....

    • @KATinBLACK
      @KATinBLACK 3 місяці тому +8

      Do they think we’re naked cuz we don’t have fur or do they know our clothes are like fur and protect us?

    • @rondameier8168
      @rondameier8168 3 місяці тому +4

      @@KATinBLACK if you have clothes that protect you from cats, tell me where to find them LOL.... But that's a great point...

    • @RhamanaChan
      @RhamanaChan 3 місяці тому +13

      Thats why they slink back into their carriers after, they're like "oh god I'm so exposed!!"

  • @kateshiningdeer3334
    @kateshiningdeer3334 3 місяці тому +25

    Honestly, considering what a mess his coat was, and what you had to do to him, he is a REMARKABLY patient cat! What a trusting sweetie.
    It also shows how good at your job you are, that you were able to do all that and not have him just losing it!

  • @samuelhodgkinson8209
    @samuelhodgkinson8209 3 місяці тому +760

    such a good boy. He escaped real quick at the end 🤣

    • @amystreasuresdesign
      @amystreasuresdesign 3 місяці тому +28

      That slink of shame. 😂

    • @mlbh2os211
      @mlbh2os211 3 місяці тому +24

      Yes he did. He was all "I'm just gonna go in here"....BYE!

    • @armandb.8737
      @armandb.8737 3 місяці тому +8

      he went full 007 there

    • @laurapicht
      @laurapicht 3 місяці тому +2

      beautiful lil boy❣️

    • @carlajewett1091
      @carlajewett1091 3 місяці тому

      Nice job, Vanessa…curious to know how long it will take for the hair to grow in to its full length.

  • @ladyjustice1474
    @ladyjustice1474 3 місяці тому +533

    What a sweet little kitty. Poor boy has a serious health issue. The owners did a nice job in getting him use to being groomed.

  • @AlexSilverCat
    @AlexSilverCat 3 місяці тому +43

    I could see that the underarm matting was bothering this poor guy- when it was gone he was so much more willing to stand up and move! Glad you could help him out!

  • @lisam2795
    @lisam2795 3 місяці тому +134

    We had a rescue Siberian Forest Cat for over 17 years. We didn't realize what we were getting into by owning him, as he was only 8 months old when we adopted him from the shelter and we were newly married 23 year olds who had some cat experience, but no understanding of this beautiful breed and the amount of fur he would release during molting!
    Our lovely boy became HUGE and required so much grooming, combing, climbing , but he was truly the sweetest, gentlest, and most loving cat I have experienced. The little meow is exactly like Koji's and a very similar temperament.
    You did a great job with this lovely, loving cat Venessa! What a wonderful gift to the owner. I can't imagine knowing that our boy was so matted and not being able to easily have our vet take care of him.
    I miss our guy daily even after three years, and when it is time for another pet, a rescue Siberian Forest cat is on the top of our list!

  • @CarboneCat
    @CarboneCat 3 місяці тому +330

    This poor little guy is obviously loved and cared for. What a good kitty.

  • @Aussieloz1
    @Aussieloz1 3 місяці тому +259

    Hopefully when he’s back in a familiar environment, his owner can give him a pleasant little spa bath, or whatever treats or toys he likes best to congratulate him on being such a good boy!

    • @Tazzie1312
      @Tazzie1312 3 місяці тому +10

      Maybe a nice oatmeal bath - that can really help with dry skin.

  • @cun7us
    @cun7us 3 місяці тому +46

    Aww, poor little guy. He seemed like a pleasure to groom, so well behaved especially for a cat. I hope he lives a healthy life.

  • @j9andphoenix
    @j9andphoenix 3 місяці тому +167

    Wish you a long life Koji, despite your heart issues. Having an owner who was willing to provide him with a good and safe life despite the health challenges -thank you!

    • @JeffC-fq1be
      @JeffC-fq1be 3 місяці тому

      Problems, not "issues."

    • @naoedouard4422
      @naoedouard4422 3 місяці тому +14

      ​@@JeffC-fq1be Problems and issues are synonymous. Stop being a troll.

    • @JeffC-fq1be
      @JeffC-fq1be 3 місяці тому

      @@naoedouard4422 Yes, to ignorant people, they are. Don't stop being ignorant.

    • @b0nsaibabe
      @b0nsaibabe 3 місяці тому

      @@JeffC-fq1beyou have both

    • @ruralmetalhead
      @ruralmetalhead 3 місяці тому

      @@JeffC-fq1be Problem: a matter or situation regarded as unwelcome or harmful and needing to be dealt with and overcome.
      Issue: an important topic or **problem** for debate or discussion.
      So yes, they do mean essentially the same thing. Especially when you take into consideration the fact that language is fluid and definitions change constantly over time and depending on context. I suggest you take the stick out of your ass and do a little research before you leave rude comments.

  • @lornajayne7329
    @lornajayne7329 3 місяці тому +450

    What a sweet boy. He seems so gentle and lovely! Hope his new coat is beautiful and majestic!

    • @bethjeans3780
      @bethjeans3780 3 місяці тому +7

      Siberians are wonderful! (We’ve had two.)

  • @kimberlym5988
    @kimberlym5988 3 місяці тому +149

    Poor little dude. Glad he has a family that lurves him and he got help. It's always "I hate the doom box!" at first, then after the bad things happen "I love the doom box, take me home!"

  • @agentmaryland1239
    @agentmaryland1239 3 місяці тому +27

    His tiny meow broke my heart 😢

  • @Fledhyris
    @Fledhyris 3 місяці тому +31

    Poor lil rotisserie chicken!

  • @debbiedobbs5800
    @debbiedobbs5800 3 місяці тому +144

    That final shot of him peeping out of the corner of his carrier…ADORABLE!

  • @erynlasgalen1949
    @erynlasgalen1949 3 місяці тому +286

    I have a cat with a staticy coat, too. We got him free with a delivery of hay, and he is less imprinted on human beings, so grooming is a real challenge. Our hay grower had live trapped him and was otherwise going to rehome him to a farm without dogs. Clearly, with his medium to long hair and fluffy rather than slick hair texture, he was not designed to live out of doors. He keeps to himself and our other cats, so even catching him for brushing is a challenge. He is almost like a Roomba in that he picks up every piece of debris in a room.

    • @Bremen25
      @Bremen25 3 місяці тому +86

      "Free with a delivery of hay " that is a true example of how the Cat Distribution System works.

    • @erynlasgalen1949
      @erynlasgalen1949 3 місяці тому +46

      @@Bremen25 Every time I lose a cat to old age, I know they are making way for another who will be al9ng soon. I'm not sure when or how, but they come.

    • @steggopotamus
      @steggopotamus 3 місяці тому

      See if you can make a "licking station" something like a damp rag set up with one of those brushes that sticks to a table leg so cats can brush themselves. The damp rag can help get more dirt off him. And then that might give you more time to acclimatize him to human touch at his speed.

  • @IntergalacticSpaceKitten
    @IntergalacticSpaceKitten 3 місяці тому +29

    He's such a beautiful kitty with a sweet face. I'm impressed with how he dealt with the grooming. You can tell he's viewing it as like a "let's just get this done and over with a soon as possible" probably even knowing that fighting it makes it take longer. Such a sweetheart ❤

    • @marysanders9461
      @marysanders9461 2 місяці тому +1

      Siberians are known for that sweet facial expression.

  • @user-zl1we2ov6o
    @user-zl1we2ov6o 3 місяці тому +85

    What a great job you did on "Mr. Static"! My cat did not like the blow dryer, but she LOVED the Dust Buster vacuum! She would let me vacuum her all over & purred the whole time! Thank you for taking such good care of all the dogs & cats you groom. You're the best!

    • @devin2156
      @devin2156 3 місяці тому +7

      I wonder why? They’re both loud. I guess she didn’t like the air blowing on her.

    • @josieposie22
      @josieposie22 3 місяці тому

      mine tolerated the vacuum too. I think was like a massage for him - form the sucking and releasing of the skin@@devin2156

    • @vellathewench
      @vellathewench 3 місяці тому +11

      My husband had a cat that loved being vacuumed. Never met one since.

    • @user-wm3bf7pi3u
      @user-wm3bf7pi3u 3 місяці тому +3

      @@vellathewench About 40 years ago I grew up with a deaf cat, he LOVED being vacuumed.

  • @andriana5311
    @andriana5311 3 місяці тому +177

    The owners seem to be doing everything they can to take care of this cat, he has an amazing family❤

  • @erikamelby4737
    @erikamelby4737 3 місяці тому +158

    This cat is very well behaved! Im surprised at how chill he was.

    • @Cozycountry1
      @Cozycountry1 3 місяці тому +19

      Kodji wasn't chill, but highly stressed as you could see him breathing heavily. When anxious you can freeze with the fear and curl your body up which is what he was doing by facing away and making himself appear smaller. I worried about the stress on his already weak heart, poor, sweet boy.

    • @co.b.2334
      @co.b.2334 2 місяці тому

      @cozycountry1 Yes, he was stressed. Few cats in that situation aren't. It's a scary place to be, but he was relatively chill. He wasn't hissing, swatting, or being aggressive. Sadly, there probably wasn't a much better option for him that wouldn't involve stressing him, either emotionally/mentally or physically on his heart.

  • @laurameisenhelter9186
    @laurameisenhelter9186 3 місяці тому +40

    I've been working on my long haired boy all week. He has a few areas that were starting to mat. I've been working on one a day. I showed him this video and told him that this would be his future if he didn't let me finish.
    Koji is a beautiful boy. He's a good boy and very lucky to have a person who takes such good care of him.

  • @debbieschultz9768
    @debbieschultz9768 3 місяці тому +42

    He’s so well behaved. It’s apparent that he trusts Vanessa. What a sweetheart.❤❤

  • @melissamuse2401
    @melissamuse2401 3 місяці тому +427

    That poor little guy... my kitty, which you once featured on a video before, 😊 is also a Siberian. They have similar tones to their coats. Her fur is also so full of static -- it just gets everywhere! I'm glad he was so good for you.

    • @danielleking262
      @danielleking262 3 місяці тому +29

      What was the title of her video that featured your cat?? I would love to watch!

    • @lovefram
      @lovefram 3 місяці тому +19

      Same with my little girl. It’s super fine and gets everywhere. Not to mention she has what seems like three layers of it

    • @jellycatfish
      @jellycatfish 3 місяці тому +13

      The same goes with my two Siberians, their fur sticks everywhere, to everything, all the time. And I'm waiting to get a third Siberian in a few months. I've just accepted that cat fur is in my life and it's going to stay that way 😂

    • @jellycatfish
      @jellycatfish 3 місяці тому +14

      ​@@loveframSiberians do have 3 layers of fur so it's not just an impression that you have. 😊

    • @theaxe6198
      @theaxe6198 3 місяці тому +2

      @@danielleking262yes I would love to know! I love the cat videos too

  • @tatiananikulina7917
    @tatiananikulina7917 3 місяці тому +199

    The happiest moment for a scared and shaved cat is the opportunity to go into his carrier!❤

    • @lagunagirl1347
      @lagunagirl1347 3 місяці тому +10

      That side-eye once he was back in the carrier!

  • @catdaddie3569
    @catdaddie3569 3 місяці тому +22

    his parent was quite lucky to find such a sweet kitty like him, and he was quite lucky to find a parent to take care of him and love him unconditionally. i am sure he will enjoy a nice spa day with his parent if he should need one, in his home where he is less stressed

  • @melaD333
    @melaD333 3 місяці тому +43

    He’s the sweetest kitty. Thank you for caring so much and being gentle and patient with him.

  • @JEWELANDREEA
    @JEWELANDREEA 3 місяці тому +315

    10:59 broke my entire heart he looked so sad

    • @jebVlogs556
      @jebVlogs556 3 місяці тому +62

      He needed this trim: too much matting can lead to a lot of endoparasytes and other skin problems 😳

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 3 місяці тому +5

      I would rather have seen him have a rest just being gently snuggled instead of sitting on a hard floor in a cold cage. That struck me as a real misstep, sensitivity-wise.

    • @BrokenEvil
      @BrokenEvil 3 місяці тому +41

      ​@@denverdubois5835I'm sure he didn't want anything to do with her, specially cuddle after shaving him 😅

    • @IsurrendertoGod
      @IsurrendertoGod 3 місяці тому +3

      ​​@@jebVlogs556it's sad Vanessa trimmed also the good parts of his coat. It's better only to shave his matted parts. On his back it wasn't necessary to shave everything down.

    • @VisionaryGardener
      @VisionaryGardener 3 місяці тому

      ​@@IsurrendertoGodor his paws. The tufty toes on my kitties are super cute, and I'd be so upset if they were shaved off.

  • @NathalieJulien
    @NathalieJulien 3 місяці тому +59

    I have a Siberian cat too and yep, their fur is almost self felting. It's such a weird ultra dense fur. He needs to be brushed every day which is a constant battle.

  • @HoshiNeko
    @HoshiNeko 3 місяці тому +8

    My family had a Persian with similar fur, hardly an appetite, and thick claws. She was all the time having to be shaved because her fur would stick and tangle terribly no matter what we did. Vet thought she might’ve had a murmur, but had a hard time catching it, so wasn’t sure.
    This cute boy was so much better behaved then her though. Ha ha. (She was a rescue. I have no idea what her life was like before we got her. But she was a real sweetie)
    Thank you so much for helping him out!

    • @steggopotamus
      @steggopotamus 3 місяці тому +1

      I feel like this is great context. Commenting to try to help boost.

  • @popsock1
    @popsock1 3 місяці тому +26

    Goodness me, that was nerve-wracking, what with the incredibly high stakes. I think I stopped breathing for at least half the video!
    Bless Koji and his owner, who is giving him a chance at a good life and taking such good care of him ❤
    Thank you Vanessa for helping Koji, that must have been a bit daunting for you too 💗💗

  • @Valorian6167
    @Valorian6167 3 місяці тому +132

    It's sad to see such a beautiful coat cut off but it's also necessary. As someone who has long haired dogs with fur that tangles really easily, it is always sad when we have to cut out mats and slightly frustrating because we try to prevent the mats from forming but there's only so much you can do as an owner.

  • @datcatcatcat
    @datcatcatcat 3 місяці тому +46

    He got a squirrel cut!

  • @OlgatheGreat
    @OlgatheGreat 3 місяці тому +15

    That is an insanely cute cat. One of the cutest cats I've seen on this channel.

  • @ExtremelyRadiant
    @ExtremelyRadiant 3 місяці тому +17

    Poor baby. 😢 Thanks for giving him comfort. He seemed pretty calm. ❤

  • @tarzanstunes
    @tarzanstunes 3 місяці тому +109

    WOW. I feel like this video REALLY demonstrated your high level of skills and experience. Your gentleness and attention to this little kit's needs and body language were beautiful.

  • @slfranklin9044
    @slfranklin9044 3 місяці тому +124

    What a little darling.❤ He's got so many things stacked against him. Good thing he has a loving human. ❤️

  • @jennyhanks6740
    @jennyhanks6740 3 місяці тому +11

    He is very cute, I'm sure he appreciated the care - probably not until he was at home, though. You are so good with the animals you groom!💗

  • @nancyrubano-nord5265
    @nancyrubano-nord5265 3 місяці тому +9

    Your voice is so soothing to the animals, and you stay calm. I am sure that helps the animals a lot. Thanks for caring so much.

  • @arthurteddy91
    @arthurteddy91 3 місяці тому +49

    His face is so incredibly sweet, and his little meow omg!!

  • @l.mcmanus3983
    @l.mcmanus3983 3 місяці тому +111

    Poor blood circulation can lead to dry skin due to reduced production of moisturizing oils. Also could explain the fur static. Have you considered mixing a small amount of conditioner into water and using that in a spray bottle to reduce the static? Like a detangling spray for humans but with cat-safe conditioner.

  • @AkireraStraberri3
    @AkireraStraberri3 3 місяці тому +3

    This cat is clearly loved and cared for! He was so sweet during the shave even though he was anxious.

  • @4amlibra
    @4amlibra 3 місяці тому +2

    Oh my gosh he’s clearly so unhappy about this and yet he’s being SO good, and WHAT A CUTIE!

  • @pamela5568
    @pamela5568 3 місяці тому +76

    What a sweetheart Koji is. Too bad he was so matted he had to be shaved. I just wanted to put a cat sweater on him to keep him warm when you were done.

  • @casbot71
    @casbot71 3 місяці тому +152

    One thing about shaving a long hair cat - they are suprised the next time they scratch themselves and get bare unprotected skin.
    I've had a cat stop and basically go "Oww" when they scratched themself. I told her see that's what it feels like when you scratch a human, but I'm not sure that translated into cat.....

    • @CraftyZanTub
      @CraftyZanTub 3 місяці тому +3

      This cat's nails were trimmed.

    • @EmilySmirleGURPS
      @EmilySmirleGURPS 3 місяці тому +31

      @@CraftyZanTub It still hurts to be scraped by clipped nails - much less dangerous though. It's a surprise change for the animal.

    • @CraftyZanTub
      @CraftyZanTub 3 місяці тому +2

      @@EmilySmirleGURPS Nod

    • @justskip4595
      @justskip4595 3 місяці тому +9

      @@EmilySmirleGURPS Happens with humans too. I'm cycling through the year and it's again -30C here so I'm letting my hair grow from the end of summer/autumn till spring is starting and I shave everything off. Multiple times I have even drawn blood with my fingernails after I have shaved my head and I have gone to scratch my head like I could when I still had hair.
      Yes, my fingernails are quite thick and they get sharp and are specially sharp after I cut them. I have scratched myself bad many times around my body, hundreds of times in my life.

  • @ashleycook300
    @ashleycook300 3 місяці тому +3

    What a sweet cat!

  • @jldisme
    @jldisme 3 місяці тому +5

    What a sweet and patient boy! He will feel so much better now.

  • @NevaG2190
    @NevaG2190 3 місяці тому +199

    Adorable cat, cute meows, a good boy, sad about his heart condition but happy he's not matted anymore. Maybe it'll grow back less static-y 😂 and we can get an update video?

    • @MT-kb3xl
      @MT-kb3xl 3 місяці тому +4

      When he's regrown his hair I will let Vanessa know!

  • @sadieengland8743
    @sadieengland8743 3 місяці тому +129

    I love your tenderness with every animal- this little guy was so calm … my cat would have removed your arm ..

    • @MetallicReg
      @MetallicReg 3 місяці тому +19

      It is sadly a very bad sign when they are that calm (especially cats). This just means that he lacks the energy. „Feisty“ means healthy most of the time.

    • @gregm1457
      @gregm1457 3 місяці тому +6

      omg not a chance with our cat tortie, but the big lazy orange cat probably wouldnt do more than look grumpy

    • @Wendy-cj5yz
      @Wendy-cj5yz 3 місяці тому +5

      My cat would have added the head 😇😂

    • @anaderol5408
      @anaderol5408 3 місяці тому +4

      Thank you, I've not had a cat in many years but I remember my ginger well - there is no way he would have tolerated anyone grooming him. I had him many decades ago when it was normal for cats to be allowed outdoors and when neutering was not common. He pretty much did his own thing. He was affectionate and purred a lot at dinner time, otherwise he was not 'touchy/feely" at all. 😂😂

    • @claracerqueira5
      @claracerqueira5 3 місяці тому

      lol sameee

  • @pitchforkSue
    @pitchforkSue 3 місяці тому +3

    FYI when my cat developed heart disease, her claws got very thick as you were describing in your video. So that is probably why they are like that
    I also wanted to mention that when you blow the hair away from your nose and your face -- to a cat that may sound like you are hissing at them because it's such a short, sharp sound. That could add to the stress of the situation
    Thank you for doing everything that you do. I can't believe that anyone would complain about you giving free grooming service. What you're doing is wonderful!

  • @archionblu
    @archionblu 3 місяці тому +5

    What an extraordinarily well behaved gentleman! Thank you so much for helping him out

  • @glendagai
    @glendagai 3 місяці тому +62

    I am always amazed at these cats that are so well behaved. My cat would be crazy wild and torn your shop up. It takes two people just to trim his claws. Otherwise he is the sweetest most loving cat. You are truly a cat whisperer.

    • @evgenykategna2589
      @evgenykategna2589 3 місяці тому +5

      I'd love to see the grooming of a crazy long haired cat. Cause I've one who gets sometimes dirty on his butt and it's so nerve-challenging to clean/shave him for 2 non-professionnal folks like us 😅

    • @Lorrainecats
      @Lorrainecats 3 місяці тому +8

      I had a longhaired cat who needed three people to clip his front claws. One to hold him, one to distract him, and one to do the clipping.

  • @mrsvickigriffin
    @mrsvickigriffin 3 місяці тому +98

    Such a sweet little guy. He just acts like he is so over the whole grooming business 😊

  • @ItsJustLisa
    @ItsJustLisa 3 місяці тому +3

    He’s a beautiful cat. A friend of mine has Siberians and I love them. I’m glad Koji feels better. You took excellent care of him. Kudos to his cat dad for being such a good pet parent.

  • @pheurbelvls3710
    @pheurbelvls3710 3 місяці тому +3

    I’m so glad her heart did fine all during her shave and visit. What a beautiful baby. 💚💚

  • @hannajung7512
    @hannajung7512 3 місяці тому +48

    thickened nails can happen in humans due to problems with circulation, like when a human has heart problems. Due to the mechanism behind that I see it as highly likely that this is true for cats as well.

    • @steggopotamus
      @steggopotamus 3 місяці тому +1

      Now that you mention it that could affect appetite (not enough blood flow to the stomach) and skin for the same reasons.

  • @adde9506
    @adde9506 3 місяці тому +102

    Digestion takes a huge amount of blood flow; his heart is why he isn't hungry. Cat's also get almost all of their hydration from their food, so with that heart condition he needs to be eating only wet or watered food. Normally at least some dry food is good to help keep their teeth clean (cats and dogs) but I think Koji and his owners can handle regular toothbrushing.

    • @BREASHONTELL
      @BREASHONTELL 3 місяці тому +3

      Great advice ❤

    • @pitchforkSue
      @pitchforkSue 3 місяці тому +3

      It's an old wives tale that dry food keeps their teeth clean. It's purely genetics.

    • @ruralmetalhead
      @ruralmetalhead 3 місяці тому +11

      @@pitchforkSue Not true, but not wrong either. Dry food can actually scrape the plaque off certain teeth, but is has a lower effect on others. It is, however, a myth that wet food causes tooth decay. Either way, most vets recommend a mix of wet and dry food, for variation in the cat's diet if nothing else.

  • @_Myriad_
    @_Myriad_ 3 місяці тому +3

    Oh what a sweet kitty! Beautiful eyes and such soft temperament 💕

  • @lilitharam44
    @lilitharam44 3 місяці тому +5

    Aww, what a good, sweet Boi! I hope he has many happy years with his family who so obviously love him. Thank you for giving him such a loving and wonderful home.

  • @Cc-lp2xi
    @Cc-lp2xi 3 місяці тому +44

    Such a sweet and obliging kitty. Good thing too given he can't be sedated.

  • @SeasonedCitizen
    @SeasonedCitizen 3 місяці тому +93

    Poor Vanessa, @ 16:41, you were given a very firm,
    NO, do not touch the Fun Nuggets! 😂

  • @ksaraw
    @ksaraw 3 місяці тому +5

    Ah bless him! He was a good kitty despite the nerves ❤

  • @sandrafaith
    @sandrafaith 3 місяці тому +2

    What a little sweetheart! I was a little nervous about watching, but figured that if anything bad had happened, you wouldn't have shared this video on UA-cam 💗

  • @paulinarapicka
    @paulinarapicka 3 місяці тому +29

    The heart problems may also be causing the difference in claws' appearance and fur texture.

  • @girlinvt
    @girlinvt 3 місяці тому +58

    He's lucky your doing him. You do take such good care of him, and you monitored his stress levels always keeping his health your top concern. He's lucky his owners care so much about him to find him the best care givers for him.

  • @mamacat63
    @mamacat63 3 місяці тому +2

    Poor little Koji... I'm so glad he's got good owners

  • @SnugglesTheSnuggle
    @SnugglesTheSnuggle 2 місяці тому +1

    I have a Siberian kitten (1 year old) and this breaks my heart. They're such sweet little things, very loving and soft. Glad he has an owner that's willing to take on a difficult condition like this

  • @Jen7867
    @Jen7867 3 місяці тому +30

    He wasn't particularly thrilled, but he was still such a good boy! He is a very handsome cat. I hope you have a long and happy life, Koji! 🥰❤🥰

  • @portiawebb533
    @portiawebb533 3 місяці тому +73

    He’s “Old Deuteronomy’s” twin! 😽😽

    • @twinlights11
      @twinlights11 3 місяці тому +22

      ... affectionately known as 'Neuter-not-o-me'. 😻

  • @deewonda1952
    @deewonda1952 3 місяці тому +1

    You are so firm yet gentle with your clients! It's a joy watching you work!😊

  • @martias.1210
    @martias.1210 3 місяці тому

    He is adorable! You can tell he feels so much better after you helped him. Thank you!

  • @Here4ucantbe
    @Here4ucantbe 3 місяці тому +43

    I think he did a fantastic job staying fairly calm and you did a wonderful job as usual. I think your calming voice helps tremendously!!

  • @janetc3930
    @janetc3930 3 місяці тому +45

    He’s a beautiful color. You were so very gentle with him.❤

  • @AriesLaZuriUhuru
    @AriesLaZuriUhuru 3 місяці тому

    This was so satisfying to watch. You are so loving and gentle with him. So a pampered kitty.

  • @vailewalders1395
    @vailewalders1395 3 місяці тому +1

    I love your demeanor with the animals so calm and reassuring

  • @MrsFogg91
    @MrsFogg91 3 місяці тому +20

    He looked like a squirrel sneaking back in his crate. 🐿️

  • @astrinymris9953
    @astrinymris9953 3 місяці тому +24

    Poor sweet boy! I'm glad he has a loving home.

  • @jamesrader3329
    @jamesrader3329 3 місяці тому +2

    Poor kitty. Your sooo amazing love how you treat each pet like they were your own. 😊😊

  • @fionamc9732
    @fionamc9732 3 місяці тому +3

    So glad this special little one has a responsible owner willing to do the best for their cat. Sad to see the fur go, (if only there were no mats) but he still looks so adorable.❤❤

  • @maxinemcelroy8902
    @maxinemcelroy8902 3 місяці тому +23

    Ohhhh my fluff, it's my twin 😊I have the same health issues. He's such a beautiful cat❤ I have the static problem too. God bless you Vanessa and all you do. 🙏

  • @aquariusrizing
    @aquariusrizing 3 місяці тому +18

    Oh bless him. He's a beautiful lil guy. I'm glad he has humans who love him.❤

  • @jaynerichards7527
    @jaynerichards7527 3 місяці тому +1

    What an amazing response from Koji. He was such a good boy. You are always so considerate of the needs of your patients. ❤❤❤

  • @jenpink4298
    @jenpink4298 3 місяці тому

    He was so sweet and absolutely gorgeous! You did a great job with him!❤

  • @nattyw495
    @nattyw495 3 місяці тому +41

    What a beautiful cat, and i like how as a groomer you knew his cat body language..learning so much about how important it is taking care of your pets fur coat..💙🐈🇨🇦🇺🇲💙

  • @JD-cw4qg
    @JD-cw4qg 3 місяці тому +21

    What a beautiful natured little lad, what a sweetheart. You have an amazing way with animals. Im so glad hes got a loving owner 🇬🇧❣️

  • @mnmlst1
    @mnmlst1 3 місяці тому

    Aww he was so well behaved. Thank you for being kind and loving to these animals ❤

  • @modestfurret
    @modestfurret 3 місяці тому

    Thank you again for helping all these animals ❤❤❤

  • @angelanarfason8350
    @angelanarfason8350 3 місяці тому +22

    What a good kitty he was ❤ I bet he feels a hundred times better now that all the mats are gone! Great job!!

  • @Karoline_g
    @Karoline_g 3 місяці тому +17

    What a good, beautiful little boy. He reminds me of my sister’s cat at the vet, clearly not HAPPY about what’s going on but also clearly aware that the humans are there to help. ❤️

  • @caseyleichter2309
    @caseyleichter2309 3 місяці тому +3

    Oh, Koji is a sweet boy. Thank you for being so careful with him. Blessings to his family for loving him and taking such good care of him: people who adopt runts and give them their best lives, knowing they have serious health problems, are heroes.