If you have a dog with long fur, you’ve likely seen mats in their fur. You might think removing mats is just a cosmetic issue, but mats can actually have many effects on your dog’s health and well-being. Learn the different reasons why mats in your dog’s fur are harmful in this video.
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Marisa Taylor KarasMarisa Taylor Karas is a freelance journalist based in Brooklyn who has covered health, gender, and technology for 15 years. She previously worked at The Wall Street Journal, The Guardian, and Al Jazeera America, among other publications, and also served as managing editor of the Mellon Foundation in New York City.
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