How to Clip Your Cat’s Claws
Cats, just like people, have nails that grow continuously for their whole lives. Some cats can keep their nails from being overgrown by scratching, preferably on scratching posts. Others need a little help. Just like dogs and babies, they need their nails clipped. So you may be wondering.. How do I cut my nails at home? What happens if I don’t clip my cat’s nails? We get it. You're busy. And sometimes you may forget to do coat and claw inspection on your cat. But a regular check of the paws and nails can prevent pain and discomfort...and might save your furniture, your legs, and in extreme cases, prevent the claws from growing into your cat’s sensitive foot pads. Overgrown nails can also affect your cat’s ability to retract them, walk and climb. How often should I clip my cat’s nails? Just like the number of times a cat likes to have his belly scratched, how often they need their nails clipped is different for each cat. You should clip your cat’s nails every two to three weeks, d