YTA if you do it.

Look into what declawing actually does to a cat. It's basically if you were to chop off the first joint of your fingers.

ETA: And back once I hunted down a link to a particular product. I'm not recommending that particular brand, but claw caps like that are much better for your cat.

Rubber caps are a great solution as well.

My mani: Gel polish done in salon (no product list).
Taro’s mani: Soft Claws for Cats - CLS (Cleat Lock System), Size Medium, Color Red

Yep.

A box of them last me about a year. Plus it makes it look like my 18 pound ginger tom is wearing pink glitter nail polish.

https://www.amazon.com/Soft-Claws-Medium-Color-Glitter/dp/B005O41XA8/ref=pd_sim_199_7

Don't torture your cat. If you can't handle an animal with claws get hamster or a fish

Or something like this https://www.amazon.com/Cat-Nail-Different-Applicator-Instructions/dp/B01MYGODXH/

Your dog is digging it’s nails in because his feet are sliding on the floor. I have three giant dogs so I’ve dealt with this. Rugs and runners are your friend in this case as well as a weekly nail trim. If he feels stable when walking he won’t dig his nails in and will walk on his pads instead. I use these clippers
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B075N83693/ref=mp_s_a_1_5_a_it?ie=UTF8&qid=1519193927&sr=8-5&keywords=dog+nail+clippers&dpPl=1&dpID=41f81OlXwYL&ref=plSrch
They have a safety guard so you don’t cut to deep.
No slip rugs
We use sticky backed 2’x6’ runners for the hall and in longer areas. Lowe’s has them with the no residue sticky back for ~$17. They’ve held up well to 3 dogs including a 10 month old English Mastiff and 13 week old Great Dane. My 10 year old Yellow Lab thanked us as his hips were acting up and the slick floor was causing him a lot of fear of slipping and falling. Now he jumps up and runs out the pet door and plays.
Hope that helps.

> Infection can start in the damaged eye and facial/nose skin - as everyone likes to remind each other, cats bury their poop with the paws, and walk around on dirty earth too.

Indoor cats don't walk on dirt. Also they wash their paws diligently and their saliva is mildly antiseptic and their prickly tongues ensure foreign particles are removed. Most dogs are indoor outdoor so their immune systems would probably easily handle an indoor cat scratch. Finally many cat owners clip their pets claws or buy those claw caps.

i recommend these:

https://www.amazon.com/VICTHY-140pcs-Colorful-Covers-Applicators/dp/B07JNMK9XH/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=cat+claw+caps&qid=1563805538&s=gateway&sr=8-3

​

a scratching post is good and all but when they play and scratch your skin it's not fun

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0779R6MCB?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I got these for my cat. I don’t think her mom taught her when to put her claws away, so she’d walk on us/ our bed with her claws out. she loves scratching at the carpet, the door, our clothing. It’s easier than clipping her nails, they look so cute and it prevents her murder mittens from scarring us anymore.

I use these caps on my cat and they work really well. They're just rubber caps you put on their nails so they can't really do much damage. In my experience, they stay on for a few months before naturally falling off.

No please no baths! Bunnies do not like to wet, they cannot swim, and should never be entirely submerged in water or bathed... at most you give but baths in 1 inch of water in case of poppy but or if the bun is disabled.

See here:

https://rabbit.org/the-dangers-of-giving-a-rabbit-a-bath/

http://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Bathing_rabbits

http://www.bio.miami.edu/hare/buttbath.html

​

Rabbits groom themselves like cats and are very clean on their own... bathing a bunny will be:

1. very traumatizing to you bunny and scary, and can cause stress induced GI issues
   
2. irritating and drying to the delicate skin which will stay wet for a long time due to a thick under coat
   
3. cold, wet buninies are super prone to hypothermia.
   
   Please take my advice on this and do not bathe your bunny!
   
   __________________
   
   Grooming:
   
   What you should do is brush you bunny at least twice a week...
   
   Bunnies need regular brushing to help them with shedding fur. Unlike cats they cannot throw up hairballs and if those do form, they will create a block in their digestive system which is very dangerous. So it’s a good idea to get a bunny brush (look on amazon) and brush their fur regularly.
   
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PUdq_UhMQAQ - very informative video on brushing
   
   Sometimes it can be hard to get those silky fine bun hairs. There very best brush I found is this one - it gets all that loose hair out due to the rubber band and might help you a bit https://www.amazon.com/Small-Pet-Select-HairBuster-Comb/dp/B06ZZXF81G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1545077601&sr=8-2&keywords=furbuster. This brush it worth the cost and will last forever and most buns don't hate it.
   
   ​
   
   Brushing tips in this thread - https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/b7q2j2/tips_for_grooming_a_spaz_of_a_bun/
   
   ​
   
   ___________
   
   You also should trim you bunny's nails once in 4 to 6 weeks for sure.
   
   Long nails can also get snagged and ripped off causing injury, and they put pressure on bunny heels possibly causing sore hocks over time from the imbalance.
   
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtHczjBRaqI - great video on nail trimming (shows you what to do for black nails)
   
   https://www.amazon.com/Safari-Professional-Large-Nail-Trimmer/dp/B0002ARQV4 - best nail clippers
   
   ​
   
   Nail clipping tips here - https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/bc21f2/how_do_you_clip_your_buns_nails/
   
   ​
   
   ______________________
   
   In case you need any tips as a new bunny parent take a look at the little guide on care I assembled below - I think you may find useful info in it https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Z_IvDuy5Fr-VOKwBVBSmZih0m1ATCIquIMhYyFl4aIw . I really tried to include all the info a new bunny parent might want into this guide...

Could you try claw caps or maybe try redirecting your cats clawing to a really awesome scratching post?

Yep. Get some soft claws. Declawing cats is inhumane. Would you like the tips of your fingers cut off so you didn't scratch anything?

http://www.amazon.com/Soft-Claws-Cats-System-Medium/dp/B00074W458

Some vets in Chicago will even put them on the cat for you.

It's just like having a nippy dog. Do you want the dog to nip your child? Of course not, but you wouldn't pull it's teeth out to prevent an accident. You'd train it to either not do it, or do it appropriately... As Vultras said, get scratching posts... or soft paws at least.

My brother was bitten by our dog when we were younger, because he also wasn't trained to not mistreat the dog. He pulled on the dogs ears a bit too much and the dog nipped him. Unfortunate, but he was okay, and it never happened again.

My cat seriously loves this thing, both for sleeping and scratching:

http://www.amazon.com/PetFusion-Cat-Scratcher-Lounge-Walnut/dp/B004X6UEH6/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1420413466&sr=8-3&keywords=cat+scratcher

If your cat is scratching "anything and everything" it hasn't been trained well. Pets are a responsibility, and it's your responsibility to train them to correct behavior.

Don't cut off your cats fingers to fix a problem that was caused by you.

A young cat like that should adapt pretty well to soft claws or many of the other anti-clawing systems. I would give one of these a shot before de-clawing.

Not sure I agree with some others that you are a bad person for considering de-clawing, but I do think there are many alternatives to try first.

I've had cats all my life, and have quite a few now, so I'll answer, in case OP doesn't get to it.

Cats acclimate pretty easily to whatever schedule you have. They're going to sleep around 20 hours a day either way. It's totally possible to get a cat that acts out if left alone, but I think statistically, your odds are in favor of getting a cat that's cool while you're at work. I've never had a lone cat before, though, so I don't know if that increases their loneliness. Any chance you could get a pair? It's much better if they're already familiar with each other, as some cats get along, and others don't. Either way, it's more likely that your cat, even a lone one will be fine while you're at work, as long as you socialize with it when you get home and before you leave.

There are on occasion really chill dogs, and really high-strung cats, but more often than not, yes, cats are more chill than dogs.

Good! Definitely don't leave your cat alone while you're deployed. My cats don't scratch my furniture. They do, however have scratching posts, and also love to scratch door frames and my wicker hamper. If they're scratching something that I don't want them too, I shoo them away gently, and they get the hint, and go scratch something else. This can be solved pretty easily too, by clipping their claws, or getting them claw caps. Please never declaw a cat, as it is mutilation for their first toe digits.

All of that being said, it's really the luck of the draw whether you get a cat with a few behavior problems, or one that's calm and works well with you. Even behavioral problems have remedies. I would strongly suggest getting an adult cat, even one a bit older (5+), as their personalities by that point are well-defined, and you can a good idea of how they'll work out.

Claw caps?

http://www.amazon.com/Feline-Soft-Claws-Take-Home-Small/dp/B00074W44E/ref=sr_1_2?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1417257518&sr=1-2&keywords=cat+claw+cap

They even come in different colors!

Few articles why declawing is bad and also ideas to fix the situation in another way

https://www.thedodo.com/declawing-cat-inhumane-1225824216.html

https://www.popsci.com/declaw-your-cat#page-2

https://www.care2.com/causes/5-reasons-declawing-cats-is-a-terrible-idea.html

https://www.meowsnpaws.com/cat-care/why-declawing-is-bad/


Here are soft nails for example, don’t know how they work but they are often recommended in situation like yours
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00074W45I/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=gs2&linkId=393d6deb159230ccae836c1c4eb95c27&tag=moni0e1-21

Good luck with that scratching master of yours 😻😹

We put soft caps on our kitties' claws to save our furniture. One of our cats has definitely caught a mouse or two with them on. There are various brands and colors you can find on amazon; they all seem to work the same. The caps don't bother our cats.

https://www.amazon.com/Feline-Soft-Claws-Take-Home-Small/dp/B00074W44E

I use cheap little claw clippers like these. The easiest thing to do is to take one cat at a time, wrap them up in a towel on my lap, and only have one arm out at a time. Be careful not to clip the claws too short - there's a little vein that runs part way out the nail and you don't want to clip it, because that will hurt the cat and make it bleed. It's usually not too hard to see. This picture is helpful.

Your kitten is the perfect age to get used to you touching and handling their feet.

Get a pair of [scissor nail trimmers](Pet Nail Clippers for Small Animals - Best Cat Nail Clippers & Claw Trimmer for Home Grooming Kit - Professional Grooming Tool for Tiny Dog Cat Bunny Rabbit Bird Puppy Kitten Ferret - Ebook Guide https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06WWJQ5SS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_-xdwCbXKR0910) and just take the tips off.

You can see the dark where the quick starts, but you should start by clipping little bits and trim more if necessary. Also get a few different cat scratching posts and boards.

Even the inexpensive versions of [this kind](Vivaglory Cat Scratcher Extra Wide with Box of 3 Pack, Reversible Cat Scratching Pad Kitty Corrugated Cardboard Sofa Lounge, Catnip Included https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FZYTVCH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_CAdwCb847NRJ3) can be flipped over if you take it out of the frame. Trader Joe’s sells one for $8 with catnip.

I adopted both my cats. My older one was 5 when I got him and fully declawed in all four paws. I wish he wasn't.

I got my other cat at 8 weeks and decided not to declaw her. It's been fine. She loves this kind of scratcher so much that I didn't even have to train her on it. The only issues I've had are some scratches on my hands when I play with her or when she rides around on my back (as she loves to do...in fact she's sitting there now) and she's taken to using one of my dressers as a scratching board. But, frankly, that's my fault because I don't mind either the scratches or the damage the dresser, so I don't trim her claws and I haven't trained her not to use the dresser. And any scratches on me are accidental--she does truly seem to try to avoid scratching me. She knows that no (thick) clothing on my back means she has to retract her claws while she rides around, otherwise she loses back-riding privileges.

Also, when I did care about trimming her claws it was super easy. Just get her used to being trimmed young and she'll probably be totally fine with it.

Additionally, I feel better knowing she has claws in case she ever accidentally gets outside (knock on wood). I don't want to leave my cats defenseless.

As for the kids, at some point they need to learn that some cats have claws. I mean, obviously try not to let her scratch, but explain to them that she's pointy and she can accidentally hurt them. I don't think that's unreasonable, especially if we're not talking about kids that live with you.

Ninja edit: Also, there are sooo many alternatives to declawing these days. Claw caps, different trimming systems, etc. It just seems unnecessary.

Feline Soft Claws Cat Nail Caps Take-Home Kit, Small, Pink https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00074W44E/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_YWPYub00MRTWS
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00074W44E/ref=cm_sw_r_awd_YWPYub00MRTWS

There is no paint - they are acrylic tips that are glued on the nails. Soft Paws

I thought this post did a fairly good job talking about costs.

A couple of notes: Please, for your sanity and the health of the kitten, spay her when appropriate. Unlike dogs, cats go into heat monthly until they become pregnant. During their heat they are loud, needy, and trying to escape to find a mate. Especially at night. Cats have a lot more health problems when they aren't spayed like Pyometra. I've read dogs need to wait until after their first heat, but this is untrue for cats. Most vets try to do it before the cat's first heat.

Also, please don't declaw your kitty. If you can start her early trimming their nails isn't hard and you can ask the vet to show you how. If her scratching is bad you can use soft claws which make it impossible for them to destroy things. We get a completely flat scratch box thing from walmart for like $10 that we can flip and it's pretty much the only thing she scratches.

Other things: All window blind strings are now toys. We tie ours up/ hide them behind the blinds so that our little lady can't mess with them.

Cats love to be higher up than you. I'm in a super small space so this cat tree is perfect for us. She can survey her kingdom without it taking up valuable floor space.

She ignores her bed at this point. Oh well.

Keep any of your supplies that are small enough to eat or toxic out of reach. Strings can be very dangerous for kitties too if ingested.

Good luck :)

Firstly, make sure to post pictures when you bring him/her home!

Siamese cats are very smart, and that means they bore easily. My kitten (~9mo) loves to play fetch or with the feathers on a stick because we are interacting with him and paying attention to him while he plays. But really, each of my Siamese cats (like all cats) has had his or her own favorite toy, so get little things here and there as you see them and just note what yours likes! These are my kitten's favorite. He is seriously obsessed. I get them much cheaper from a pet store near where I live. But my older guy prefers these, which I find at Wal-Mart.

I would suggest making a "warm box" with a heating pad under a soft blanket and maybe something over the top so you kitten can hide in a warm and cozy place, especially when he/she is stressed out after the move.

Another thing that I would consider an essential is some sort of perch for your cat to get up off the ground and observe the room, like a cat condo or something similar. I made one out of scrap wood and carpet, so it doesn't have to break the bank. :)

SCRATCHING POSTS! I personally do not have the patience for putting the little nail caps on them, but I find that if they have different options for scratching, they resort to the furniture less.

I am so excited for you! Your new kitten will have a great and loving home and your life will never be the same, I promise!

ETA link to nail caps

Maybe your cat is too aggressive to even try this, but have you considered using claw caps? My cat is pretty free with her claws, and these things work beautifully at keeping my skin unscathed.

You can buy little plastic nail covers. Like a fake nail on a human. They look cute and dont harm the cat.

It's these things.

https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01MYGODXH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6HLQCbNQ8GX1F

Please don't declaw!! Your gut feeling on this is correct. There are plenty of ways to save your stuff without harming your new pet.

I can't speak for young kittens, but I adopted a 1+ year old cat and have not had a problem with her scratching anything. I'm not sure if a kitten would be more easy to "train," or more apt to claw everything...maybe others can offer an opinion on this.

Provide your new cat with lots of scratching options -- horizontal, vertical, cardboard, rope, carpet -- and figure out which ones he likes. You can rub or spray them with catnip to attract him, and be sure to give him a treat and pets every time you see him use them. Spritz him with water, or shake a can filled with pennies, if he scratches anything else. Keep his claws trimmed regularly. If you can't do it yourself every week or two, you can pay your vet a nominal amount to do it for you. If it turns out to really be a problem there are always Soft Claws nail caps!

Order Number: 116-4028260-2874633

The ones in your wishlist wouldn't arrive until the 16th-30th with standard shipping, so I got a pack of these instead that are supposed to arrive this Friday: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00074W45I/ref=gno_cart_title_0?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER

Also...it could be possible that your cat is allergic to her food...?

well since human nails are basically flat animal nails are generally circular..
http://www.amazon.com/Ultimate-Touch-Cat-Claw-Clipper/dp/B00106TAEU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1410279039&sr=8-1&keywords=cat+clippers

These work well for me.

> I keep telling myself it's for the best to mutilate the poor thing.

It's not. It's really cruel to do that. It's actually illegal here, although I understand it's normal-ish in Murica.

If he's a kitten you can totally get him used to you clipping his claws yourself. Get a scratching post for him too and strongly encourage him when he uses it.

My cat is indoor only and we just clip his claws every 6-8 weeks (or whenever it sounds like he's tap-dancing in the kitchen). We use a pair of scissors like these and it takes just a couple of minutes.

If you look closely, you can see he has grey nail covers on.

In my experience, those clippers splinter nails, I use a pair like these and they work quite well.

When I was cutting my dogs nails it was really helpful to have a second person petting her head to distract her so she didn't bite or fight it. I would sometimes put a towel over her head and that would work.

Make sure you're talking to him the whole time you're doing it, and maybe give a treat after the front paws and another after the back ones. I used to put a treat ~1ft in front of her and she'd focus on that the whole time and then give it to her after the front paws.

It's taken ~11 years but I think she's finally gotten used to it.

I've been putting them on since they were kittens, so it doesn't really bug them anymore. They eventually fall off and I reattach new ones probably once a month. It works for them, but it definitely doesn't work for all cats. I buy the soft claw kit on Amazon . It's a little pricey, but they save my back from being scratched up when they hang out on my shoulders.

That's why there's cat nail covers!
http://imgur.com/2lnd1Vk

Edit: noticed I'm getting some downvotes, I assume because you all want a link for where you can buy it

Edit 2: still seeing some downvoting, I assume because the price was too steep, so here it is for 70 cents cheaper at amazon

You can say "No" or "Down" sternly when your cat goes somewhere you don't want him. You'll have to pick him and move him several times while you're saying this to get the message across.

Cats love to climb, so get him a tall cat tower and encourage him to use it. Pet him on it, give him treats/catnip while on it, etc.

Sleeping? Cats will sleep wherever they damn well please.

Claw trimming: Whenever you're petting/playing with him, massage and touch him paws gently. This will get him used to having his paws handled for trimming. Use a trimmer like this, and I recommend doing it when he's feeling lazy and sleepy. Gently push the claw out to trim it. Here is a good claw-clipping guide. You can always ask the vet to demonstrate if you're feeling unsure.

Handling the sand: Just scoop the lumps with something like this, put them in a plastic bag, tie the bag, throw it away, and wash your hands.

This is absolutely correct. I have a new kitten and I clip his claws a little once every 2 weeks, just the very end. I use this surgical steel scissor-like clippers -Ultimate Touch Cat Claw Clipper, and they work great. I was told to get the scissor type over the other kind because you can control them better. They're great. As long as you get your kitty in a calm state (1/2 napping) and give him treats & lots of love, he'll be fine. Google image where the quick stops and then you'll feel more confident about doing it. Also spraying a strong perfume (I use victory secret body spray) or a citrus scent on anything you don't want him to go on will help keep him off scratching unwanted surfaces. Great book: Outsmarting Cats is an amazing book, to the point with super good tips and resources that work. Highly recommend.

Have you tried these? They are removable, come in different sizes and colors and can prevent declawing. They are recommended by vets too.

I use the Safari Professional Nail Trimmer. Dog enjoys a frozen peanut butter KONG, and we get the job done! Hope you lucked out with white toe nails... Ours only has two black ones, and I get so nervous cutting them. They will probably be forever longer than the rest of his nails...

DON'T TAKE A DREMEL TO YOUR RABBIT'S PAWS.

That's messed up. You would never use an industrial sized grinder to trim your finger nails. Why? Because it's not what they're made for and it's dangerous. Just like a dremel isn't meant for grinding down rabbit nails. One jerk and you can seriously injure the bunny or even yourself.

I've only been a rabbit owner for a short time (and it's not even my rabbit. It's my gf's). Even though she does the clipping most of the time, I still took 10 whole minutes to learn the right way of how to cut my gf's rabbit's toe nails. It's a responsibility of rabbit owners and if it's not getting done, you're not being a good pet owner. Let me get you some links and some info:

Here's a reliable set of clippers for less than $10 on Amazon
Read the reviews. They seem to be rock solid.
Bonus: They have free shipping on qualifying orders.

Here's a 10 min video demonstrating how to trim rabbit nails from a woman who is VERY knowledgeable with rabbits
Any time I look up something rabbit related, I always look for this lady. Watch ONE video of hers and you'll understand why. She covers everything, she's well spoken, she doesn't use filler words, she has her stuff written out beforehand...I mean she's just a REALLY good youtube person who knows gobs about rabbits. She'll also give great advice and show good techniques for any of the topics she covers.

I’ve been using these for a couple of years without issue. I just do it more often and take less off. Some of my greyhounds nails are black but I haven’t had any issues. I also bought styptic powder in case there is ever bleeding.

Don't declaw it, it causes a lot of pain. It is about the same as me cutting off the last segment of all of your fingers. Take it to the vet if you plan on keeping it, they will tell you exactly what to do and what it needs. If clawing is a problem, you can buy claw covers here.

You should check around the neighborhood first to make sure no one is missing a cat. It could really dissipation a child who has just gotten that pet they have always wanted.

Before going for the nuclear option, consider using claw caps.

Here's a great foldable carrier. I love this thing. Doesn't take up a bunch of space when not in use and is really sturdy.

I bought a bed and my cat never uses it. She would rather snooze on a window sill or a pillow. You never know what they will like.

As for toys, cats like all different things. Mine isn't into balls, but she loves these little soft mice toys. I get them for $1 and I have a bunch stashed because she loses them. I also have one of these, my cat likes it because she can lay down and still play with the ball. You just have to experiment. Boxes are always good.


Make sure you provide something for scratching. My cat enjoys the cardboard scratchers much more than an expensive carpeted one I got. Positive reinforcement for using something to scratch and move them from the area if they're scratching on something inappropriate. Always provide an alternative. One last thing, if you find your kitties nails are becoming an issue, I've had great success with trimming and capping my cats nails with vinyl nail caps.

No shit it's bad. Declawing means cutting the tip off its toe. The same as removing the last joint of our fingers. It's considered animal cruelty in the EU and is illegal.

The caps you're talking about are called Soft Paws.

I also use caps on my cat like these. I always get the colored ones so I can easily tell when I need to replace them.

My Bostons leave my cat alone for the most part so I really do not worry about them.

Try and introduce them as slowly as possible and be sure your cat has some way to escape if the dog goes after it. Cat trees are always great.

When I had my cat, we debated on getting her dewclawed. We did a lot of research and heard some horror stories as well as stories that ended well. We didn't want to take chances, so we ended up getting soft claws, which I think was a better choice for us.

So there are these things called Soft Claws. They are little nail caps that you glue on your cat's nails to prevent them from damaging things when scratching. They work great!

If they are worried about him jumping on counters, there is this motion detect compressed air thing called SSSCat training aid. These are really great for keeping cats away from things you really don't want them to stay away from. I always use one for the Christmas tree. No kind of training will keep my cats away from the temptation of a Christmas tree! So these would really be useful for things that your cat is absolutely forbidden to jump on.

A good cat climber near a window in the common areas will reduce his interest to scratch up stuff as well.

Hi! My husband and I put these caps on our cats a few times. They didn't really like it. I haven't attempted to paint their nails, yet.

Any pics of your kitty? I love kitties!

How long did you try the soft paws claw caps? Mine pulled them for about a month, then gave up. Make sure you get the cleated kind, they stick much better.

Trim his claws. If that doesn't work, buy these.

http://www.amazon.com/Soft-Claws-Cats-System-Medium/dp/B00074W45S

Don't declaw. Ever.

Solution. Both of my cats like to knead my forearms so I trim their claws regularly.

These wipes for when kitty gets into minor messies


And this extra gentle wash so you can give her baffs and play!


A leash to go on walks

Oldie but goodie toy


You're going to need a tag in case kitty wanders off, and a collar of course!


Deshedding brush to control the hairs


Clippers to trim the nails

You need specific clippers for round nails (like for cats). Normal clippers you would use are not a good idea. That's more for flat nails like yours and mine. I use these

You can do it yourself at home, especially if you are able to clip her nails. It's basically just nail glue and some silicon caps.

Check out something like this: https://www.amazon.com/Cat-Nail-Different-Applicator-Instructions/dp/B01NC2P9BP/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1504291538&sr=8-3&keywords=claw+caps

Nail trimming advice from DinkaAnimalLover:


Try to see if you can do the trim on the ground at his level... Also often placing one arm over their back and holding them down just a little while you check on something makes them feel more secure and they are less likely to squirm or try to get away (hence two sets of hands may help).

To get the bunny more used to nail clippings try to establish a clear reward mechanism - for example show the bunny two blueberries. Give one right away and the other right after you are done. Over a couple times this will build more positive associations with nail trimming as a reward will expected.

TIP: in case there is any bleeding, use corn start to put over the little nail and the bleeding will stop. It's not pleasant, but it happens and it won't hurt the bunny.. just scare them.

___

Take a look at some of the resources below - they should really help make tell you exactly what to do.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OtHczjBRaqI - great video on nail trimming (shows you what to do for black nails)

https://www.amazon.com/Safari-Professional-Large-Nail-Trimmer/dp/B0002ARQV4 - best nail clippers


Great advice here also on how to handle nails: https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/adof8k/first_ever_successful_nail_clipping_by_me_and_not/ and here https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/9k00rq/were_trying_to_get_him_used_to_being_held_as_of/ and here

https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/avd5hs/im_terrified_to_clips_my_bunnys_nails/

_

Oh don't let the nails get too long, the longer the nails grow the more the little nail cuticle inside grows out too and it prevents you from trimming the nails shorter later... Keeping the nails consistently shorter will also help keep that little cuticle shorter

Long nails can also get snagged and ripped off causing injury, and they put pressure on bunny heels possibly causing sore hocks over time from the imbalance.

You should trim the nails once in 4 to 6 weeks for sure.

I'd practice at home first, to see if you can desensitize. Our dog isn't a fan either, but with a traditional clippers, some treats, and about 20 minutes we can get 2 paws done in one treat-filled flurry.

We practiced the following, in order:

1. See the clippers, smell the clippers, get a treat.
   
   
2. See the clippers, smell the clippers, clippers touch your nail (clippers closed), get a treat.
   
   
3. See the clippers, smell the clippers, clippers fit around your nail (but don't clip), get a treat.
   
   
4. See the clippers, smell the clippers, clippers clip your nail, get a treat.
   
   I usually ID where I need to trim and mark it ahead of time. It's easier to trim quickly if you know exactly what you're going for. I start with dewclaws then work up to the bigger ones. I usually give our dog a week break before I trim the other set of paws - usually start with front, then get back.
   
   Is your dog showing his/her teeth when you try to clip? As soon as our dog starts to snarl, that's it. We stop there. We've been practicing it here and there for about a year, so it took quite a bit of time to actually be able to trim her nails, but now she's comfortable enough to know what's going on and permit it.

You can do it! Need two people. Large sharp scissor style clippers., Styptic powder. Get her on a bench. Heights keeps them from trying to bolt and saves your knees. Helper get an arm under the chest. Cut a tiny bit at a time. Each nail takes at least 5 quick little clips. You start to be able to tell when you get near the quick by how the cut section looks. (Dog will also get more nervous.) Starts to bleed tap some styptic powder on and provide pressure. Clots in 5 seconds. The more often you do it the quicker and easier it goes.

The bench is key though. Way easier!

We rescued Bambi a couple years ago from a shelter a couple towns over from us. She had been at the shelter at least 9 months according to her vet records. She had heart-worm when she first arrived.

We think she's much older than the shelter told us, I think she's around 7+ years old. Since dobermans have a shorter lifespan, we are cherishing the time we have with her.

She loves laser lights, cream cheese, peanut butter, chicken....She just loves food. She loathes cats.

We really need this nail trimmer its only 8.61 so I know its less than you wanted to spend. Our backyard is over an acre, so we never go on walks. Dirt doesn't file nails down well, so we would use this a lot.

Here's an album of my fur babies, it's missing a cat that was abandond with us and our ferrets, but they are too wiggly and all I get are blurs. I tear up even thinking they'll leave for the rainbow bridge someday. I am so sorry for your loss, but I'm your Teddy Bear had a full and happy life.

Edit: they won't like it but they need nail clippers my pet stuff has a separate list.

Hurrah, hurrah! ^____^ <3 I submit to you, this handsome USB hub!. And, for my furry friend, a gift he will probably hate. Ohohoho! (-: Thank you for the contest. It's too damn hot outside. It's too damn hot inside!

We have this one and it works very well. Nice, clean easy cuts. There's a guard on the other side to keep the nail from going too far into the pliers.

The best tool I've found for cutting zip ties is cat nail scissors.

A second kitten is a great idea. I see that you've got a scratcher covered, so you might also consider a nice claw trimmer (this is my favorite).

Note that if you do get a second cat, opposite-sex pairs actually work best together in terms of companionship. Two females are more likely to be territorial with each other.

I trim my buns nails once a month. One has black nails and shinning a light does help a lot. Occasionally I have gotten his quick and he jumps but it’s not the end of the world, it’s a similar sensation to when you nip your cuticle or pull a hang nail, hurts for a split second and then it’s over.

I know it is controversial but I also clip my buns nails with them on their back in between my legs. It is the only way I can safely and quickly get their nails cut and check their teeth without risking injury to them or myself.
These are the nail cutters I use, and I HIGHLY recommend them.

I also do all of this in a room they are unfamiliar with (my bathroom) so they tend to stay close to me and not want to explore as it’s new territory.

I just got some good pet nail clippers on Amazon. Here's the link:

Safari Professional Stainless Steel Nail Trimmer, Standard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002RJM8C/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_DLfuyb0KR2RNH

They look like they come in different sizes too, so whether you have a cat or a dog you should be good to go

Cats HATE to have their dignity compromised. They usually shake it off within a few days but it injures their very sensitive cat pride.

Hissing is not surprising here, but you mentioned her hooking you. Do you clip your cats? If not, I recommend training them for this. It takes some time. With my two, I've made it a group project. Every time I complete a successful clipping session with either cat (and the barrier for entry here is low - as long as I got at least one claw clipped it counts as a success) they both get a treat. To do this I use some clippers like this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002RJM8C/ref=oh_aui_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

there are lots of varieties but get one with a guard so you don't cut too much.

Assuming you are right handed like me (if not reverse instructions), take the cat by the scruff of the neck with your right hand and pick them up with your left and hold them firmly against your body on top of a counter top of some sort that supports their legs (we do this over the sink in our powder room). Gripping the cat to your body on the left, with your elbow crooked around their butt to keep them in, separate a paw and attempt to clip one claw.

If this is obvious suicide, start by wrapping the cat in a towel like a furious burrito and then gripping her under your arm. They will not like this and may well hiss and swear at you in cat. Make it very clear that they are NOT getting away until at least one claw has been clipped, then as soon as they indicate that they really are going to literally m*therfucking murder you in your sleep and start going psycho on you, go 'good cat!!' and throw treats at them.

Each time you do this it will build trust and help make your cat less lethal.

I had problems finding good nail trimmers locally. I went online and have been using these (small/medium) for over 3 years now...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002RJM8C/

They're safer than human nail clippers and easier (to me) to use. Looks like the price went down a dollar since I bought them too.

Well my last tip is to try something like this

I think they're a pain in the ass (could be my cat's big claws) but lots of people like them. It won't fix the door rattling, but at least they won't be clawing anything else.

Cat likely won't bother the baby since he's immobile. Don't allow the cat to sit next to the baby (but that's unlikely to happen anyway) and instantly and consistently remove the cat if he tries to go in the crib, even if the baby isn't there, so he learns not to. Once baby starts getting mobile is when the problems may start. Is the cat fully clawed? If so you may want to consider doing cat claw caps. The only downside to these are that they annoying to apply and the cat will occasionally have one fall off which you don't want the baby choking on. If you do decide to go with claw caps, make sure you get a brightly colored version (not clear version) so you can easily see them on the ground if they do fall off.

Unfortunately my oldest son has a permanent scar from when he pulled out a tuft of fur from my cat & got swiped in retaliation. They can be really quick.

I'm really glad to hear things have improved. Yes, it's very likely he needed time to adjust to his new home. With any luck he will continue to improve over time.

Are you going away over the holidays? I ask because you said he got more destructive after your trip this spring.

This product might help with his scratching at the carpet outside the door.

Does he have any scratchers near the sofa? It's great that he stops now when you tell him to, but you could take it a step further and redirect him to the scratcher with lots of praise when he uses it. Even if he already has scratchers elsewhere, sometimes it really helps to put one right next to the object they're scratching, since they apparently feel the need to mark their territory in that particular area.

Do you trim his nails regularly? If not, that can help control the amount of damage. There are also nail covers that you can try.

>sometimes it really is like it's some kind of attention seeking behaviour.

One of my cats (the passive one I mentioned before) will tap me with her front paw to get attention, which sounds ok except when she gets really anxious (or hungry), she'll follow me constantly, getting underfoot and repeatedly tapping my legs and screeching, and if I can't deal with her directly, she will begin adding a scrape with her claws when she taps. Is he doing something like that?

Oh, one more thought: he might like the toys that dispense kibbles or treats. That would be another thing to try for when he's alone during the day. If you're not familiar with them, it takes work (both physical and mental) for the cat to get the treat out of the toy, which helps satisfy cats' hunting instinct.

See that's what I would think as well but look at the Amazon reviews

We put nail caps on our cat. They come off every so often but then we just put new ones back on. I don't agree with declawing but I know that some cats can be little terrors.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000ET88QK?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

Edit: nevermind, I see that you already said that the cat goes outdoors and you don't want her to lose any ability with her claws.

I started using these on my cats and they've been a great help in protecting my furniture and carpet and they don't bother my kitties at all. Just be careful to buy the correct size for your cat.

https://www.amazon.com/Feline-Soft-Claws-Take-Home-Medium/dp/B000ET88QK

Wooooo okay! Here's 1-20, and I will give the bonus ones a go in just a few minutes! fear cuts deeper than swords

1.) Something that is grey. How about a knife set?!

2.) Something reminiscent of rain. Cinema Paradiso! The cover of it is two people in the rain :) (Movies wishlist)

3.) Something food related that is unusual. This Manatea infuser is unusual! (Default wishlist)

4.) Something on your list that is for someone other than yourself. Tell me who it's for and why. (Yes, pets count!) I have a pet wishlist and a wishlist for my best friend! This traveling litter box is the perfect combination--it's so I can take my kitty on trips to my best friend's place! (Kitty wishlist)

5.) A book I should read! I am an avid reader, so take your best shot and tell me why I need to read it! Why have just one book when you could have 3000?! This little usb is loaded with over 3000 classic novels. Yes, almost all of these novels are free on Project Gutenberg, but having them all in one spot ready for you to peruse is amazing. You're almost guaranteed to find a book worth reading that you haven't read yet! (Books wishlist)

6.) An item that is less than a dollar, including shipping... that is not jewelry, nail polish, and or hair related! Well, not a physical item, but I have an mp3! (Music wishlist)

7.) Something related to cats. I love cats! (keep this SFW, you know who you are...) Kitty nail caps! I have a sphynx, so I have to clip her nails roughly every week (otherwise when she scratches herself, she cuts herself up D:). Nail caps are a cute and more hassle-free way of dealing with her claws! (Kitty wishlist)

8.) Something that is not useful, but so beautiful you must have it. This one is pretty tough for me, actually--I love purposeful items! However, I already have a cheese grater, so this hedgehog shaped one isn't actually something I NEED--it's just so cool!! (Default wishlist)

9.) A movie everyone should watch at least once in their life. Why? Life is Beautiful. It's a sweet, touching, and heartbreaking story of a Jewish father trying to keep the joy in life in a concentration camp. It's laugh-out-loud funny, and so sad you'll cry. Definitely worth watching. (Movies wishlist)

10.) Something that would be useful when the zombies attack. Explain. Packaged, high-cal foods will be really helpful! You have to keep your energy up while you're on the run, and you need a portable snack! These cookies are sure to give you the extra boost you need to escape the zombies. (Default wishlist)

11.) Something that would have a profound impact on your life and help you to achieve your current goals. Hmmm this is a toss-up for me. I need a laptop for life. I have a little chromebook, but when I need to update my resumes and write cover letters, I need to go to the library to use an actual computer to make sure the formatting is right. A laptop would help with the job hunt and (hopefully) help land me a job! (Expensive things wishlist) My other goal, to become healthier, would be helped by wrist weights to wear during my runs! No, it's not a huge amount of weight, but it will make my runs that much more difficult and help tone my arms! It's a small change with a big impact :) (Default wishlist)

12.) One of those pesky Add-On items. Oh gosh, take your pick. Cat snuggie (kitty wishlist), sriracha (who doesn't love hot sauce?! Under $6 wishlist), a pumice stone (Under $6 wishlist), or a kitty laser toy! (kitty wishlist)

13.) The most expensive thing on your list. Your dream item. Why? A $500 keyboard. I love playing piano, but I'm a young and flighty thing--I fully expect to be moving around a lot for the next 5-10 years, and I can neither afford an actual piano, nor can I imagine transporting one in and out of various apartments. This keyboard will give me the chance to practice and enjoy playing, but it's a much more compact and liveable way of doing so. (Expensive things wishlist)

14.) Something bigger than a bread box. A relatively cheap and yet still nice vacuum cleaner! Nice, easy to use, and practical :) (Expensive things)

15.) Something smaller than a golf ball. A storm trooper USB! Cute and practical! (Default wishlist)

16.) Something that smells wonderful. Lavender chamomile bubble bath! I don't know about you, but few things smell more relaxing to me than lavender and chamomile, so a combo bubble bath just sounds like bliss to me. (Default wishlist)

17.) A (SFW) toy. Here's a whole bag of toys! And less than $10 too! My kitty would have a field day with all those toys :) (Kitty wishlist!)

18.) Something that would be helpful for going back to school. A lunch box! I always brought my lunch to school, so every year I got a cool new lunch box for that year :) These ones are super cute, and insulated! (Default wishlist)

19.) Something related to your current obsession, whatever that may be. I've had a life-long Disney obsession! (Movies wishlist) My whole bathroom is Mickey themed (default wishlist), and I'm always looking for cool new Disney items to add to my wishlist! I seriously love Disney.

20.) Something that is just so amazing and awe-inspiring that I simply must see it. Explain why it is so grand. You too can own the Sword of Gryffindor! (Expensive things wishlist) Not only do you get to wield the weapon that destroyed three pieces of Voldemort's soul, it's also pretty practical! It's a letter opener that you can proudly display resting in the hands of a lion :) (Expensive things wishlist)

I found some clippers on amazon. They were cheap and got good reviews. I had to trim all three of my cat's claws the other day for the first time. It went so smoothly. I was shocked. The clippers were sharp so they cut the nails cleanly and quickly. I was petting and sweet talking the cats the entire time so they didn't mind it. I had my husband holding them for me, just in case they tried to bolt. I also made sure not to cut the nails too short. If you cut the quick it will hurt them and make them bleed.

You can offer to put gel nails on. My friends cat used to have ones like this:
https://www.amazon.ca/Soft-Claws-Feline-Take-Home-Small/dp/B003WP5O5G/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1484082759&sr=8-2&keywords=cat+nail+covers

The Hair Buster is our go-to comb for our short and mixed hair buns. Wouldn't recommend it for lionheads or woolies. One of ours is a single mane lionhead, so I only use this brush on her short coat, and use a simple comb on her mane to prevent mats.

For clippers, we use generic small kitty clippers like these with comfy handles (we have a couple, since I tend to misplace them). A small LED flashlight is helpful too, if their nails are dark and hard to see through to find the quick.

https://www.chewy.com/kitty-caps-cat-nail-caps-color/dp/145365?utm_source=google-product&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=hg&utm_content=Kitty%20Caps&utm_term=&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIs7bO4aDv5QIVxRd9Ch2kmwG-EAQYAiABEgKFA_D_BwE

these are the ones im using at the moment since i just had a bunch of coupons for chewy. ive used other brands that are a little cheaper that worked just as well though, like these on amazon (ive just heard not to use the glue it comes with sometimes) :

VICTHY 100 PCS Soft Pet Cat Nail Caps Cats Paws
Grooming Nail Claws Caps Covers of 5 Kinds 5Pcs Adhesive Glue Medium Size https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0779R6MCB/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_mld0DbVRPNCSA

theres a sizing chart for them based off weight but ive noticed that skin cat is a little bit between a small and a medium ( she weighs 10 lbs) but i normally buy medium because i figure they’re more comfortable up a size than down a size & ive never had a problem with them not staying on or anything.

i hope this helps <3

The caps stay on for an average of 2 months or so, so you need to reapply. People I know had their vet glue them on for them and had no issues with the scratching because the nails were covered.

You can buy a huge pack on Amazon for cheap

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0779R6MCB/ref=cm_cr_srp_mb_bdcrb_top?ie=UTF8

Here ya go

I'd love to have these so I don't have to spend 15 bucks to get my dogs nails clipped! Here's my best friend

Man's best friend

Not sure what your budget is, but there are a few suggestions I can make.


2. Make grooming easy with bribes! Healthy treats like Catty Shack or Greenies make Brush Time easier for both parties.


3. A lot of professional groomers charge an arm and a leg for cats (because of their arms and legs), so do the grooming yourself! You will need a Furminator, nail clippers, and cleansing wipes. Groom often, and invest in a scratching post.


4. As long as you are using a tool for grooming cats (i.e.: Furminator) you don't have to worry about overdoing it. Brush as thoroughly as you can, and stop when your brush starts coming out clean (or nearly free of loose hairs).


5. General tips: Buy the best food your budget allows. Preferably wet food, or a diet half wet food and half dry food. Go grain free, like Merrick and/or Soulistic. For a healthy, shiny coat I would recommend Pet Naturals' Daily Best; And to reduce hairballs, Hairball. Don't use hairball remedies that contain petroleum jelly, it will give your baby the runs :(

EDIT: Formatting

The Safari cat clippers. The wiki has a few links.

http://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Grooming#Trimming_nails

I believe it’s this one https://www.amazon.com/Professional-Stainless-Trimmer-Standard-Clippers/dp/B0002RJM8C/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?ie=UTF8&qid=1537863739&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=pet+nail+clippers&psc=1

I have the same clipper for my cat! It’s amazingly smooth and easy to use, no snags on nails and my cat is Super chill whenever he gets his nail cut with these.

I couldn’t find the file. But here’s the clippers for anyone interested. amazon

these nail trimmers would be really super useful in keeping my kitty's nails short. Thanks for the contest.


Easy Peasy Lemon Squeezy

My favorite: http://www.amazon.com/Safari-Professional-Trimmer-Small-Medium/dp/B0002RJM8C/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1422556932&sr=8-1&keywords=nail+clipper+pet

If you don't have cat nail clippers, I would suggest purchasing something like this. A normal human nail clipper will split the kitty's nails and hurt them.

As a previous professional dog groomer for many years, these bad boys are my go to for almost every single dog ever. I have a pair of kitty nail trimmers for cats and tiny puppies, and a pair of large ones for the huge beasts but 98% of the time, I used the Safari small/medium clippers.

I also flip the guard out of the way because its inconvenient but its on there if you'd like it.

Also, ignore the PediPaws. Go to a hardware store and buy a $20 dremmel. It'll last you longer and do a better job of buffing out the nail edges. I actually have this model($40) because the battery lasts longer and I can crank it on high to power through larger, thicker nails.

I don't like the Miller's Forge one's that were posted previously as they're pretty large and heavy. I like slightly smaller but sharper clippers as I feel I can get more control.

Avoid guillotine style trimmers like the plague! They're worthless.

meganity wrote:

here are the ones from my order history. hope that helps!

the cat is super cute. she's a devon rex, which means she's hypoallergenic for my friend's allergic husband!

https://www.amazon.com/Soft-Claws-Cats-System-Medium/dp/B0006343W2/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1497612734&sr=8-3&keywords=cat+caps

I understand the frustrations involved in keeping upholstered furniture looking decent while having cats; it takes away the joy of getting a good deal on something if it starts to look like crap immediately. I sprayed diluted vinegar all over my couches to teach my cats not to claw them. It worked pretty well. The downside is that your furniture will obviously smell like vinegar for a while, and the smell fades a bit fast so you'll have to re-spray often. Vinegar is a natural deodorizer and shouldn't harm the couches, but most cats hate it. Also, if your cats hate tape, you can apply double-sided tape to the areas they scratch to deter them; most find the stickiness unpleasant. The tape method worked to keep away my cat that scratched, but I couldn't use it long because my other cat loves tape and would rip it all off and play with it. A third option would be to use a product like soft claws, which are nail caps for cat claws. If your cats are relatively laid back about getting their nails trimmed, they might take well to that method. Good luck!

http://amzn.com/B0006343W2

Kitties can hurt themselves on screens.

I found out about Soft Claws like six months ago and life has never been better, dude.

I have a bully cat too, try putting these on the bad cat. I know my new cat would've been hurt by the resident cat if I hadn't put these one (he's declawed).

Also, did you keep them separate and do the standard slow intro?

My wife helps when she's around, one holds and the other clips. We use these.

Perma-lok needles are great, but sometimes I prefer to use plain old needle nose pliers (link is the exact pair I use - I broke them once, just walked in to my local Sears and exchanged them). Also consider a pair of electrician's long-nose pliers (like the ones on the right here, they have textured jaws so you can really yank on the paracord to tighten/loosen it.

As for cutting the cord, some people have recommended sewing scissors. I can't speak for how well they work because I just use the trimmer that I bought to trim my cats' claws. They're tiny so they pack away very easily, and they make a super clean cut. In a pinch you can use angle cutters, the cutter part of a regular pair of needle nose pliers, normal scissors, or a knife - they just won't give you a very clean cut. An exception to this is a knife you don't care about: get it hot and cut the cord on something you don't care about (like a block of scrap wood) at a 45 degree angle; this will "cauterize" the cord and let you thread the newly cut end into a perma-lok needle, the knife doesn't even need to be very sharp.

I use a Bic lighter to singe the ends of my cord, but a butane torch is next on my list of tools to get - I think it'll be faster and cleaner.

For paracord, buy 100' at a time. For some of my projects I buy 1000' spools, but you don't need that to start. If you ever want to make a whip or a hammock though, 100' just won't cut it.

Make sure he has a good place to hide away. If he's used to cat carriers, you can just have one with a little liner in it. My cats also use the dog crate when it's not being occupied by, you know, a dog =P

I found this grab bag of toys on Amazon and looks good, plus good reviews. Gives you quite a few little toys and you never know what they'll like.

This is another great toy.

Also, an amazing brush and claw cover if you have carpeting.

You can use this product instead of chemical flea killers and it has the added bonus of being good for their coat.

I use the scissor type cutters to trim my kitten's nails. Like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Republique-Professional-Nail-Clippers/dp/B01GBSSKVU/ref=pd_day0_hl_199_2/132-8113501-7696351?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B01GBSSKVU&pd_rd_r=57dea2ea-362c-11e9-a0bc-1d623743e79f&pd_rd_w=jVKS4&pd_rd_wg=rv3oA&pf_rd_p=ad07871c-e646-4161-82c7-5ed0d4c85b07&pf_rd_r=14WWMBNENQSJTS1T4DWZ&psc=1&refRID=14WWMBNENQSJTS1T4DWZ.

If you don't want them to freak out, you need to get them accustomed to the clippers first. Spend a few days having them smell the clippers, give treats. Spend a few days to a week holding their paws in your hand and gently exposing the nail. Give treats.


For clipping, I sit on the bed, couch, w.e chair and place him between my legs on his back with his head facing me. This prevents him from kicking free with his legs. Then I gently expose each nail and clip them to about 2 mm from the pink. See here: https://airportanimalhospitaltoledo.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/cat_nail_trim_diagram_450x338-300x225.jpg. Do this for each nail. If they start squirming and refusing to sit still, let them go and try again later. It's fine to do 1 paw per day if you need to. I can do all 4 within a few minutes now, without him freaking out too much.


The best time to trim them is when they are sleepy/napping. Or just about to fall asleep. Do not attempt when they are playful. Make sure you give lots of treats so they start associating the clippers with a positive experience (the treats).

Start with trimming the claws. I have this kind and it works fine: https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Republique-Professional-Nail-Clippers/dp/B01GBSSKVU/ref=sr_1_1_sspa. I trim my cats' claws when they are asleep and it's no problem. If they wake up and aren't cooperative I do the rest later. Be sure to avoid cutting the quick of the nail (the pink part--look for images online if you need more explanation) or you will hurt them.

If you do that and she's still scratching herself excessively, take her to a vet, it could be a skin problem making her itch, or maybe anxiety.

You could try soft paws I've had friends that liked them before you pay for a surgery

https://www.amazon.com/Pet-Nail-Clippers-Small-Animals/dp/B06WWJQ5SS/

You've got to feed them, water them, brush them. Trimming their nails every couple of weeks isn't a big deal.

Really sharp Kitty nail trimmers, works well on nervous dogs with smaller nails, they are almost soundless, and the orange handled nail trimmers, same as mentioned above!

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06WWJQ5SS/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1542110309&sr=8-1-spons&keywords=kitty+nail+trimmers&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004QJYZ52/ref=mp_s_a_1_13?ie=UTF8&qid=1542110360&sr=8-13&keywords=dog+nail+clippers

Archive.is link

Why this is here.

I am a bot, and this action was performed automatically. Please contact the moderators of this subreddit if you have any questions or concerns.

If she’ll tolerate it, go for it! It’s good to trim them occasionally. Squeeze the foot to extend the toe beans/nails. Assuming the nails are clear in color, you’ll see a red line. That is the blood vessel and the nerve that leads into the nail. You do not want to clip that. It’ll hurt and bleed. If it happens, you can put a pinch of flour or baking powder and hold it on there. Trim just before the blood vessel starts. You can use regular (human) nail clippers, or invest in a good quality nail clipper for cats. I prefer to use dog nail clippers. . Use whatever you’re most comfortable with!

Did you apologize to the cat for whatever you did that demanded this level of punishment?

Seriously though... you might want to invest in some claw caps

It’s not quite toes but I have bought these on Amazon before

You can also try nail covers. little plastic covers that are glues to the claws rendering them harmless. https://www.amazon.com/VICTHY-140pcs-Colorful-Covers-Applicators/dp/B07JNMK9XH/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa

For dew claws, bring them to the groomer. Sometimes they won't even charge you, it's so easy.

If you must do it at home, get a nail clipper example, and look at the dew claw closely. If you can see the quick, cut above it. If the nail curves, cut after the apex of the curve, the top of the curve, at a right angle (like 2:00 on a clock). If you cut the quik, don't panic. Use some Quik Stop to cauterize the cut, numb the slight pain, and stop the bleeding by holding on the area with the septic powder for 15-30 seconds. Though the professionals are always best!

Nope. To be honest those aren't much better than a human nail trimmer. I use and recommend something like this.

http://www.amazon.com/Safari-Professional-Large-Nail-Trimmer/dp/B0002ARQV4/ref=sr_1_2?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1345390973&sr=1-2&keywords=pet+nail+trimmer

these nail clippers! I'm still terrified of cutting Nikolai's quick, but his nails are way too long and I can't take him to the groomer anymore. He sure is man's best friend!

soft claws. http://www.amazon.com/Soft-Claws-Cats-System-Medium/dp/B00074W458

I'm not allowed to edit my comment...

Also, buy a good pair of nail clippers. I bought expensive ones and cheap ones--all scissors-style--and found that the cheap ones worked best. A good pair will allow you to shape and shave the nail rather than cause it to splinter when cut. Look for clippers of this style http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001OVF572

Yeah they are claw caps