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Cat Claw Survival Solutions To The Rescue!

Cats can have a temper and mean on their worst days, but even the most annoying problems have a remedy somewhere. If your kitty is tearing up your furniture, your carpet, and your legs with the same ferocity, understanding the how and why behind your cats behavior can help you redirect your feline friend’s clawing instinct to be expressed in less destructive ways So why is your cat clawing everything in sight you ask?

Here’s the jawdropper: a kitty's claws will never stop growing. Let me say that again , They never stop growing.That being said, When I found that out, a  light went off in my head. Just like a pet hamster that constantly needs to knaw on wood to keep their teeth from growing too long, what cats are actually doing when they sharpen their claws is removing the outermost layer of their claws. O.K. My furry little Kitty Cat, Ibeleive that I finally get it!

So what to do? What to do? The first thought that comes to mind is to scoop kitty up for a little declawing action at the nearest vet’s office. But before you take such a drastic step, keep in mind that once those claws are gone, they’re gone for good. Take away those claws, and you’re taking away your pet’s primary form of defense. Even if you have an indoor cat like I do, chances are, sooner or later, a window of opportunity is going to open up just long enough for your cat to slip outside and be vulnerable to attacks from other animals and people.

 So now you know why your cat is actually using you as a scratching post. I don't think the term using your leg as a post is a great term as well. In a way, it’s kind of flattering. but it doesn’t make it hurt any less. Let’s get your cat to branch out. It’s time to get a REAL scratching post, so that your pet can get into the habit of using it instead of YOU, whenever those claw sharpening impulses may strike.

So how do we get kitty to break her bad habits and start to use the proper place where she can scratch to her heart’s content?

The answer lies with you.That is of course, if you are your cat’s favorite person in the family.If you are, then try hanging an article of clothing that belongs to you on your virgin scratching post. The idea is to make the area smell familiar. After a few days it  should be enough for your cat to become accustomed to its’new scratching outlet.

So you say no way is that cat tearing up my cloths.Don’t want to part with something from your wardrobe? Well then it is time to get a little sneakier then. Catnip can be your secret weapon. Sprinkle catnip over the scratching post and watch what happens. Note: This one may even be even worth a U-Tube ,break out the video camera for this one for sure!

This next option sounds a little bit crazy, but believe me, it works! Try sprinkling the post area with powdered chicken bouillon. The idea is to get the cat to feel friendly enough toward the scratching post to attack it.While your cat is making the transition to a designated area for scratching, there are several ways to change your cat’s favorite scratching areas,by making them  a lot less attractive. This will help ease the transition from the old spots to the new.

You can use  fresh lemon juice over them. Cover or wrap the areas in aluminum foil or wax paper. Remember what it felt like when your fingernails went down the chalkboard? That will bring the hair on the back of your neck? Cats will experience the same thing and be deterred from using the areas. Finally, clean the areas well to remove any cat odor. This will go a long way toward removing the area of familiarity that creates the habit of using the space. Also,if possible just keep the doors closed to make those places inaccessible to the cat.

Now that you know more about the how and why of your cat’s clawing instinct and behavior, take these simple steps and you’ll soon see a answer to the cat clawing issues in your household. With a little time and patience, your cat’s claw sharpening activities should be limited to its’favorite spot: the scratching post!

NOTE:  This article is for information only.   See your veterinarian for medical advice.

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HELP! Clipping dogs claws?

I have a 2 year old min pin and was told by the breeder when I first got her that I wouldn't need to clip her claws as they would wear down naturally. We walk her for 40minutes minimum everyday on pavement but I think they are still too long (you can hear her walking on a hard surface). I took her to a groomers to have her nails clipped as I wasn't confident as she struggles A LOT, but they cut her quick several times, and now she really hates her nails clipped! I've tried to train her to like it by following advice on here and you tube but weeks later she still won't hold still long enough for me to clip even one nail... as I don't want to cause her stress and pin her down, as I feel it may make matters worse.

Yes I have. It takes a lot of patience working with a dog that doesn't like their nails trimmed.

Have your tried with 2 people? One will hold a treat while you do the trimming. After each nail, give a treat and praise. Also, if it's just you and you can get her to hold still just long enough to trim one nail, that is a good way to start getting her used to it. It may take a couple of days to trim all of her nails if you trim one, praise her and reward her and let her go. Then after an hour or two, you can trim another nail and do the same thing. (reward and praise) and let her go. Soon she she should learn that having her nails trimmed is a good thing.

One of my dogs just hates having her feet messed with and I found that a grinder works wonders! You may want to give that a try.

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