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Since the cat’s need to sharpen its claws is natural, it’s impossible to wean it from it. But you can make sure that this need does no harm to you or your property.
A cat sharpens its claws for the following reasons:
- To grind the old layer of the claw and give the opportunity to grow new.
- To label objects of a beloved owner in such a way (armchair, shoes, etc.).
- To have fun.
The use of "claw points"
If your cat has the opportunity to walk on the street, then problems with the claws should not arise. There are many opportunities to sharpen claws on the street.
However, often the owners do not let the pet out of the room. In this case, the following objects in the house are at risk of being damaged: wooden furniture, wallpaper, shoes, tulle and curtains, and others. Read more about how to save furniture if a cat lives at home. The only sure way out would be to purchase special “claw point” at the pet store. It can be columns, planks or rugs with a rough surface. If the budget allows you, you can purchase more complex structures (for example, “3 in 1”: a house, a claw-brush, and a sports complex). Your pet will be very happy with such a gift.
It’s pretty easy to train a cat to a claw point. If she herself begins to sharpen her claws in a place not intended for this, just take it and take it to the desired item. Scratch the claw to the cat’s foot. Over time, the cat will understand its purpose and leave the furniture alone.
Usually cats like to sharpen their claws after sleeping. Just watch the pet when it wakes up and takes on the old. In the future, you can move the claw point to the place where the cat loved to sharpen its claws.
Cat claw trimming
The cat owner should also know that the cat needs to cut its claws. To do this, special scissors - “clippers” are sold in pet stores. It is advisable to train a cat to this procedure from early childhood.
Claw trimming should be done every month. Wait until the cat calms down, for example, lies down to rest. Then take her to her knees and caress. Press lightly on the paw pads so that the claws appear. Trim only the small tip of the claw (approximately 1–2 mm). In no case do not hurt the “living part”, otherwise inflict severe pain on the cat and for a long time lose its confidence.
Soft Feet: Claw Removal Procedure
Have you ever heard of the soft paws procedure, which involves the complete removal of a cat’s claws. It allows you to permanently protect you from wounds and scratches, as well as keep furniture in the house. But you should not resort to such a procedure. Firstly, it is quite painful for a cat and can cause serious complications. Secondly, if for some reason the cat appears on the street, she will have no chance of survival. Most veterinarians in Moscow do not perform such procedures.
Therefore, value your little animal, engage in targeted education, and forgive little petty pranks.
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