Nail Trimming

Nail Trimming

The Best Way to Go About Trimming Cat Claws

Trimming cat claws has never been part of a cat's normal routine. It only became necessary through the domestication of the feline. Before cats became domesticated, they lived in the wild. They were not the small, fluffy, cuddly pets we know and love. They were bigger and more aggressive. They would hunt, find shelter and live a life of survival. They were not accustomed to comforts of life. The environment kept their claws trimmed and healthy.

Cats are now living the spoiled life. They get fed, have a safe place to sleep and normally do not need to do anything but eat and rest. Since the ground they walk on is mostly indoors, there is little chance of their claws being filed naturally; they grow out into very sharp tips.

This is not healthy for the cat, the owner or the interior of the home. A cat's claws can rip furniture, curtains, carpet etc. They can also leave very deep scratches in the skin. The worst thing that can happen is a cat's claws get stuck on something and a nail gets torn or ripped. This is very painful to the cat and can result in bleeding or infection.

One way to get your pet's nails clipped is to take them to the veterinarian every two weeks. Yet this can get very expensive and most people do not have the money or time to do this every two weeks. Since most cats hate having their nails trimmed, many owners neglect the task of trimming until it can't wait any longer.

Clipping Cat Claws

Here are a few things to consider if you are going to take on the task yourself:

1) Purchase nail clippers especially made for cats. Although not perfect, they still are better than regular nail clippers made for human use.

2) Purchase a small jar of powder to stop any bleeding. This can be found at your local pet supply store. Nails cut too short will bleed and the bleeding needs to stop immediately.   

3) To expose the claws, press lightly on the paw. The nails are forced out. Once the nail is exposed, only trim off the tip. Cats have blood vessels that run the length of the nail. Cut the nail too deep and the nail will bleed. This is extremely painful to the cat. The cat may try to bite you, hiss and scratch to get away.

4) Directing a flashlight at the nail will show the location of the blood vessel. Yet it is still somewhat of a task to ensure you are not cutting too deep. Start with just small little cuts. Your cat will become very sensitive as you get closer to the blood vessels. Be extra careful when you see your cat reacting.

5) If you see blood, stop immediately and add a little powder to the nail. It will be very difficult to continue once a nail starts to bleed. The cat will be in pain and become less than an ideal patient for more nail trimming.

With a steady hand and some experience, a person can get the job done themselves. If the owner is concerned about causing their pet pain or injury, then it's best to use a professional to complete the trimming for you.

If you are tired of trimming your cats nails every two weeks or can't bare hurting your cat's sensitive paws and nails, then CLICK HERE for a more humane way to clipping cat claws

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