Clipping claws can be a bit of a performance, particularly with younger cats. They think you’re going to chop their feet off and will need restraining. I’ve always found it best to make it a two-man job! However, dear old Dino, who is 17 years old now, is happy to have his claws trimmed! Not that he offers up each paw in turn, but gently pinned between me and the sofa arm, with my arm resting on his back, I can reach out and hold the desired paw with the clippers in the other hand. Usually, he’ll happily let me get on with it without making too much fuss, no doubt in anticipation of the impending treat once the job is complete!
As the claw grows, the outer layer will not be so sharp, but beware, when that layer us shed, a needle-sharp claw emerges!
A good pair of clippers large enough to snip the wider part of the claw is a good investment.
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The best ways of navigating this problem, in my experience, is to provide a scratching post, sprinkle it with Cat-nip, and regularly clip their claws.
I’ve made several scratching posts in the past. A simple square of plywood nailed to a wooden post will make the basic frame. I then use off-cuts of carpet on the base, and some rope wrapped around the post. You can use carpet on the post if you have enough, but it really depends on what your Cats pre-furs. The main objective is to distract him or her from destroying your sofa or ripping up your new Wilton carpet.
If you’re not ready to make your own scratching post, there are plenty of different designs to choose from. Check out the links below.
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