A lion cut is a professional cat grooming style in which the body coat is clipped very short while a full "mane" is left around the head and neck, a tuft or pom-pom is left at the tip of the tail, and often "boots" are left on the lower legs. Despite the dramatic name, it is primarily a medical and comfort intervention for severely matted long-haired cats not a cosmetic haircut and not a way to cool a cat down. It typically costs $60–$120 in the Los Angeles area, takes 60–90