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Q: Why do cats have long claws in their front legs and can be withdrawn inside the toes?
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How many claws on a cats hind paws?

cats have four claws on their back paws and five claws on their front paws.


What kind of dog has retractable claws?

Retractable claws are claws that can be extended when needed and can be withdrawn into the paw, and out of the way, when not needed. Cats have retractable claws.


Where do cat's claws go when they are not being used?

Cheetah claws are the only claws that always show and are owned by a cat.However for other cats the claws go inside the cat's paw.


What type of claws do cats have?

Most cats have retractable claws on there front paws, and none retractable claws on their rear paws.Cats are natural predators and hunt prey, the sharp curved claw is used to grip and hold on to it's prey. The claws retract back into the paw when not in use.The exception is the Cheetah which can't retract any claws.


How many claws do tigers have?

Most cats have five claws on each of their front paws, and four on each of the rear paws, for a total of 18 claws. Some cats have more toes and claws, the total number can vary from one to many extras. These cats are called "polydactyl."


Do some cats have black claws?

No. Cats may have different colours or claw sizes but they will always be the same claws... unless you're thinking of the same exact claws on your cats claws then all cats do not share claws.


When was Cats Without Claws created?

Cats Without Claws was created on 1984-09-04.


What is the word for when a cat's claws come out due to anger?

Unsheath means your cats claws come out, sheath means the claws are in.


My cat has 6 claws is that normal?

It is not uncommon for some cats to have extra toes on the front or back feet. It is said that a cat with these extra toes are good luck.


Do cats use there claws to milk?

No they do not use their claws to milk.


How do cats hide their nails?

Cats have retractable claws .


How bobcats eat?

Bobcats eat with thier front canine teeth unlike domestic cats. They tear apart their prey with their claws