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Will declawing calm your aggressive cat?
Probably not. They can become biters instead. If the cat's not fixed that may help.
At what age is it appropriate to declaw a cat?
Declawing a cat is a controversial procedure that is generally not recommended by veterinarians unless it is deemed medically necessary. If declawing is considered, it is typically done before a cat reaches one year of age to minimize complications and ensure proper healing.
How do professionals declaw a cat?
Declawing is not a removal of the nails of a cat. Declawing surgery is actually the amputation of the first digit of each of the cat's toes. In human terms, it would be the equivalent of chopping off each finger tip at the first knuckle. This severs muscle and tendons which causes much pain and discomfort to the cat. The procedure is often done with use of either a guillotine-type cutter, scalpel or laser, depending on the vet. The cat is often kept overnight to recover from the initial surgery. For more information on declawing, please see the Related Links below.
What is the purpose of cat claw covers?
The purpose of cat claw covers is to provide another option to declawing. These nail caps prevent one's cat from damaging furniture, and at the same time doesn't harm the cat.
What states have banned declawing?
As of September 2021, the following states have banned declawing: New York, New Jersey, and Massachusetts. However, some cities and counties in other states also have declawing bans in place.
What is a soft paw?
There is company that sells "Soft Paws." they are glued over cat claws to guard furniture from scratching. They're an alternative to declawing your feline.
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Having a cat declawed is cruel. Imagine cutting off your entire fingernail, finger and all, from the last knuckle up, and that's what declawing a cat is like. Sounds fun, no?
What is declawing a dog?
De-clawing - is the removal of a cat or dog's claws by surgery. It is a cruel and barbaric practice that needs to be outlawed world-wide ! There is NO legitimate reason for removing a cat or dog's claws unless its for MEDICAL reasons !
Is it okay to declaw a cat?
Many cat owners and vets alike have differing opinions on declawing. Declawing a cat is a highly controversial procedure, and more and more veterinarians do not offer the service. Many countries around the world as well as some states in the United States have banned this procedure as it is deemed unnecessary and inhumane. Declawing is an irreversible procedure involving major surgery, with equally irreversible side-effects that can (and in many cases, do) effect a cat for the rest of its life. Declawing surgery is actually the amputation of the first digit of each of the cat's toes. The claw is tightly attached to the bone, so much so that it is impossible to remove the claw on its own, so the bone attached to the claw is removed as well. In human terms, it would be the equivalent of chopping off each finger tip at the first knuckle. This severs muscle and tendons which causes much pain and discomfort to the cat, and can cause early arthritis and other problems to the cat's muscles and joints from being unable to walk in a natural position, or no longer being able to stretch the muscles in its back, legs or shoulders from scratching a scratching post. Aside from physical complications, there is a risk of a declawed cat develop behavioral problems as well. Cats use their claws to defend themselves, so a declawed cat can become very stressed, nervous or even aggressive. Some will resort to biting as they have no other line of attack or defence. Many declawed cats are often surrendered to animal shelters because of this.
Is a contract to not declaw a cat enforceable?
Probably not, but read the contract and if it says that they can come and take the cat, it may happen if the vet tells about it. Declawing removes the entire first joint. Many vets don't want to do them any more because of this.
How can you stop your cat from ripping the carpets with his claws declawing is not an option?
Take a spray bottle full of cold water and spray it in the cat's face. Yes,it is true.A spray bottle containing water.Or you could get a scratching post.I have cat who does the same thing,the spray bottle works the best.
Does spaying and declawing make your cat make them more loveable?
No. It doesn't change how they feel towards being held and such. It'll keep them from having kittens and clawing your skin off though.
