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I have a long-haired Persian named Max and unfortunately no medication in the world can completely eliminate hairballs. I tried that remedy in a tube and it gave Max the runs as well. Not nice on a long-haired white kitty....ewwwwwww

Anyway I have found that the only solution for me is to comb, comb, comb. Max does need regular brushing every day to keep the hairballs down, but since I'm out of the house for 12 hrs a day, he gets a complete makeover about 3-4 times a week. This time of year you could make a sweater out of all the hair. There have been many other thread on this subject so if you poke around some you may find some more information.

BTW, did I mention we love to see pictures? Mr. Boofuss sound lovely.