3) Matt Removal: Removing a heavily matted coat includes risks of nicks, cuts or abrasions due to warts, moles, or skin folds trapped in the mats. heavy matting can also trp moisture near the pet's skin allowing mold, fungus, or bacteria to grow, causing skin irritations that exist prior to the grooming process. After-effects of mat removal procedures can include itchiness, skin redness, self-inflicted irritations or abrasions, and failure of the hair to regrow. Shaved pets are also prone to sunburn and should either have sunscreen applied daily or should be kept out of the sun until the hair grows sufficiently to protect the skin. As the pet owner, i am responsible for the condition of my pet's coat and will not hold Atlas Pet Hospital responsible in the event of adverse effects of mat removal.