@Sting, I have no idea how he will react at the groomers, but I really trust them since I take my dog there. They said they are equipped to handle cats so I would rather have them do it than me especially since I don't have the equipment to shave out mats.
Lol Hummer, I did this years ago with my long/medium hair. They had to sedate her, She caused a scene, They did a terrible job...not sure how..she was limp...It didnt help me too much, and wasnt worth the cost for us.
@Rapcoon, I really don't want to shave him so hopefully only a small amount of floof wizard. He is shedding a lot though so getting some help with that would be nice too.