The claws of cats grow throughout life and they are constantly updated. To speed up the process of regeneration and facilitate it, they need to sharpen them, scratching sometimes completely unsuitable things and interior items. And quite often, these pussies injure the claws of their owners. But how to trim the claws of cats, if they constantly break out? Maybe they need to be removed? Of course not. There is no need to scoff at your pet so as to ensure him a comfortable existence. It is enough to take care of the claws once or twice a month.
To do this, it is advisable to accustom your pet to such an unpleasant process from birth.
How to trim the claws of cats, if they are still completely thoughtless? Be gentle with them: stroke their paws so that they relax, gradually shifting to the pads. Then begin to press on them a little until claws appear. These exercises need to be done as often as possible, and the procedure will be absolutely no difficulty.
There is another way to trim the claws of cats: it consists in the use of sedatives. Give your pet some sleeping pills, he will not sleep from him, but he will be very lethargic. The main thing, always remember, do not cut your claws while playing, or while the animal is in an excited state. No need to do this by force. True, there are such pets that cannot be accustomed to this process, then you still have to use force, but this is for the benefit of the animal. In this case, it is necessary to swaddle it so as not to accidentally injure it, or so that it does not scratch you.
Is it possible to trim the claws of a cat, if he is afraid of it in a panic? The correct answer is: necessary. All pets need hygiene procedures. Otherwise, parasites can settle on the claws or a fungus will start. If your pet goes for a walk on the street, then claws his claws on asphalt, stones, trees, and if he is home, then you should help him.
There are eight easy (understandable for every novice owner) tips on how to trim the claws of cats:
- First of all, wash your hands with soap and thoroughly treat the scissors or a special tool with alcohol or hydrogen peroxide.
- Take your pet in your arms. Iron him, talk to him, calm him. Hold the foot gently, but so that it cannot slip out of your hands at the most crucial moment.
- Press the center of the pad very gently so that the claw comes out.
- Look at it in the light so that you can see the edge that you can trim.
- Cut the tip of the claw, leaving a few millimeters.
- Repeat the procedure with each claw.
- If the kitten is calm during the procedure, then encourage and praise him. You can give him something tasty or vitamins.
- If you suddenly cut your pet, the main thing - do not panic! Just treat the wound with hydrogen peroxide.
And if someone asks you: "Can cats cut their claws?" Feel free to answer: "Yes!"
Take care of your pet, and he will delight you with good health and good mood.