Cat breed grooming guides — 16 breed-specific grooming guides organized by difficulty
Every breed.
Every coat.
16 breed guides covering coat type, grooming frequency, and the tools that work.
Plus how to spot a groomer who specializes in your cat.
Advanced
6 BreedsDaily commitment required. Worth it.
Persian
The ultimate high-maintenance beauty.
Pro grooming every 4–6 weeks.
Maine Coon
Gentle giant with a majestic coat.
Pro grooming every 6–8 weeks.
Himalayan
Persian coat meets Siamese color points.
Pro grooming every 4–6 weeks.
Norwegian Forest
A Viking's cat with a waterproof coat.
Pro grooming every 6–8 weeks.
Siberian
Triple-coated forest cat from Russia.
Pro grooming every 6–8 weeks.
Sphynx
Hairless doesn't mean maintenance-free.
Pro grooming every 4–6 weeks.
Moderate
4 BreedsA few times a week. Manageable.
Ragdoll
Silky, gentle, and surprisingly low-mat.
Pro grooming every 6–8 weeks.
British Shorthair
Plush teddy bear coat. Deceptively dense.
Pro grooming every 8–10 weeks.
Scottish Fold
Adorable folded ears need special attention.
Pro grooming every 6–8 weeks.
Devon Rex
Elfin looks. Wavy coat. Unique needs.
Pro grooming every 8–10 weeks.
Easy Mode
3 BreedsWeekly brushing. Low drama.
Siamese
Low-maintenance coat. Loud personality.
Pro grooming every 8–12 weeks.
Bengal
Wild looks. Athletic build. Easy coat.
Pro grooming every 10–12 weeks.
Russian Blue
Plush silver-blue coat with minimal grooming needs.
Pro grooming every 10–12 weeks.
Breed grooming: FAQ
Which cat breeds need the most grooming?
Persian and Himalayan are rated Advanced in our breed guides, with professional grooming recommended every 4–6 weeks. Sphynx and Devon Rex are rated Specialized: Sphynx (every 4–6 weeks) and Devon Rex (every 8–12 weeks).
Which cat breeds are easiest to groom?
Siamese, British Shorthair, Bengal, Scottish Fold, and Russian Blue are rated Easy in our breed guides. Professional visits: Siamese (every 8–12 weeks), British Shorthair (every 8–10 weeks), Bengal (every 10–12 weeks), Scottish Fold (every 8–10 weeks), and Russian Blue (every 10–12 weeks).
Which cat breeds are most prone to matting?
Our breed guides rate mat risk highest for Persian (very high), Maine Coon (high), and Himalayan (very high).
How often does each breed need professional grooming?
From our 16 breed guides: Persian (every 4–6 weeks), Maine Coon (every 6–8 weeks), Ragdoll (every 6–8 weeks), Siamese (every 8–12 weeks), British Shorthair (every 8–10 weeks), Bengal (every 10–12 weeks), Sphynx (every 4–6 weeks), Himalayan (every 4–6 weeks), Scottish Fold (every 8–10 weeks), Norwegian Forest Cat (every 6–8 weeks), Russian Blue (every 10–12 weeks), Siberian (every 6–8 weeks), Devon Rex (every 8–12 weeks), Turkish Angora (every 8–12 weeks), Birman (every 6–8 weeks), and Exotic Shorthair (every 6–8 weeks). Open a breed's guide for its home-care routine between visits.