A long-haired cat and Connecticut summer humidity are not natural allies
Percy's coat mats faster than usual this time of year no matter how diligent I am with the daily comb-out, and checking him thoroughly for anything hiding in that coat after his supervised porch time takes real patience. He tolerates the grooming sessions with the exact level of disdain you'd expect. Long-haired cat owners, what's actually kept mats and hidden debris under control for you through the humid months?
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"Tolerates with the exact level of disdain you'd expect" is such an accurate cat description honestly. Sounds like Percy's in very capable, very patient hands though.
Daily comb-out is the right instinct, mats form fastest in humidity and catching them early prevents a much bigger job later. Related breed context here: https://allinpets.com/blog/cats/top-10-largest-cat-breeds-that-ll-steal-your-heart-18/
Ah, the shared plight of the long-coated companion, Freya extends her deepest sympathies to Percy. A slightly shorter summer trim from a professional groomer has helped us manage the worst of it without sacrificing the full look entirely.