Can you cut kittens nails?

For a kitten, you can use human fingernail clippers or small nail trimmers made for pets. Just make sure they're sharp, as dull clippers can crush the nail, which may be painful. For now, just cut off the very tip of each nail. Avoid the pinkish quick you can see within the nail.
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When can I start cutting my kitten's nails?

Instead of cruel tactics like declawing, help your kitten get used to regular nail trimming by starting to trim her claws at 4 weeks of age.
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How often should I cut my kitten's nails?

For the most part, cats require nail cutting about every 2-3 weeks. Mature cats usually need more frequent nail clippings than kittens. Make sure you provide a scratching post to support your cat's instinctive urge to claw and to keep those nails trimmed between clipping sessions.
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Can I use human nail clippers on my kitten?

There are plenty of tools available to trim a cat's claws. Use the one that works best for you and your pet. Some people prefer a special pair of scissors modified to hold a cat's claw in place or choose pliers-like clippers or those with a sliding "guillotine" blade. But it is okay to use human nail clippers.
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How do I make my kittens claws less sharp?

Trim your cat's nails regularly.

Dull claws cause less damage than sharp ones. Start by handling your cat's paws gently. Press the pad to express the claw and use a cat clipper or designated human nail clipper to snip the curved end of the nail.
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What happens if you don't trim your cat's nails?

If a cat's claws are not trimmed on a regular basis, they can curl in on themselves and grow into the foot pad, causing intense pain. Untrimmed nails can also pose a hazard to people and furniture, both of which can be injured by too-long claws.
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Can I use human nail clippers on my cat?

Either the guillotine type or a human fingernail clipper are easiest to use in cats. The scissors-type is used if a toe nail is so long that it is curling in a circle. Long claws can grow into the toepad. Hold the trimmer in your right hand if you are right handed.
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Do indoor cats need their claws trimmed?

Both indoor and outdoor cats need to have their nails trimmed because their nails can be snagged and caught in soft surfaces, or the cat may lose their ability to retract their claws altogether. Arthritic cats, indoors or out, usually don't exercise enough to keep their nails short via scratching.
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How much does it cost to have a cats claws clipped?

A nail trim is usually one of the least expensive cat grooming services on the "spa" menu. Paying a groomer to clip your cat's nails will cost you an average of $10-$15.
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Is it necessary to trim cat's claws?

Most cats should have their claws trimmed every week and a half to two weeks. Getting into a routine will make it easier to keep your cat's nails under control. If you're having trouble trimming their claws, you can ask a groomer or veterinarian for advice. The ASPCA highly discourages declawing cats.
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How do you tell if a cat's nails are too long?

Why It's Important to Trim Cat Nails Regularly. Overgrown nails become curved and don't retract completely. You will know if your cat's nails have grown too long if your cat gets their nails stuck in carpets or other soft surfaces, or if your cat can no longer retract her nails.
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Is it painful for cats to have long nails?

If your cat's claws get too long, they can start to curve and grow into their paw pads causing a lot of pain and problems for your kitty.
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How do you keep a cat's claws dull?

To summarize, the best way to keep your cat's claws dull is to trim them regularly and provide a scratching post. Claw caps also help protect your furniture and skin from a scratch-happy feline and there are a few preventative measures well worth trying out.
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How can I help my cats claws without declawing?

Alternatives to declawing your cat
  1. Applying nail caps — Nail caps, such as Soft Paws, can be applied to your cat's nails as a protective shield. ...
  2. Feliscratch applied to appropriate scratching areas — If your cat seems bent on scratching your furniture, apply Feliscratch or catnip spray to approved scratching areas.
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How do you teach a cat not to use claws?

Rub some catnip on a scratching post and then take her over to the scratching post several times a day to encourage her to stretch and scratch it. Reward her with petting (if she will tolerate it), a treat or verbal praise to encourage her to seek out the scratching post again and again.
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Do cats get mad when you cut their nails?

Injury is most likely the reason your cat hates getting their nails trimmed; once they feel that pain, they know what to avoid. A well-trained cat will not mind getting its nails trimmed. However, not all cats are well trained, as several of us know. If you have a kitten, start nail training early.
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Do cats need baths?

"In general, a healthy adult cat doesn't require bathing unless he or she has gotten into something that has coated the fur and can't be easily removed with brushing," she says. "Cats groom themselves naturally, however their owners should help keep them clean by brushing or combing them regularly."
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How often should you bathe a cat?

In general, cats should be given a bath once every 4-6 weeks, depending on how often they groom themselves, and the environment they're usually in. If your cat is more outdoorsy and soils itself while playing, it's a good idea to help with the grooming process as they alone won't be able to properly get cleaned.
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Should you trim your cat's whiskers?

Whiskers Don't Need Trimming!

Like other hairs on a cat's body, whiskers shed. That's normal. But you should never trim them. A cat with cut whiskers will become disoriented and scared.
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Are indoor cats happy?

Overall, indoor cats live in a much more stress-free environment than those that spend time outside. But some may argue that a cat needs more stimulation in order to live a happy life. For instance, some indoor cats might not have enough room to roam, climb and explore.
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Will PetSmart cut my cat's nails?

Express services can be arranged upon request, shortening service time. Minor services, such as nail trims, take approximately 15 minutes and no appointment is necessary (subject to salon availability).
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Does Trimming cat's nails help with scratching?

Trimming your cat's claws curbs the clawing habit and makes it less destructive when she starts scratching. When she's good and relaxed, press down on the main pad of her foot to extend her claws.
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Does PetSmart declaw cats?

According to an employee at another Wellness Center, they do declaws regularly and there is no age limit for a declaw. They said if the cat is over 2 years old, they will have to see the cat first for an exam. We also respectfully reached out to one of the managers of the PetSmart in PA.
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