How to cut my cat's nails?by Florence
...we have got a male cat named Oscar. He is 1 year old. He is an indoor cat. We have tried to cut his nails but he doesn't like it. I have tried to give him some Rescue Remedy and some Bach Flower walnut to calm him, but no success. I need help, how can I cut his nails? Thank you... We recommend using a "Cat Sack" type of restraint. Cat Sacks allow you to free one leg at a time which is especially good for nail trimming. If the cat bites also, you may want to consider a Cat Muzzle. Cat Muzzles prevent the cat from biting and cover the cat's eyes which helps to keep them calm. You can find them in our Cat Supply Store under Cat Grooming. When trimming Oscar's claws, be sure to squeeze each toe between your thumb and finger to fully extend the claws. Cut only the part of the nail that curves downward to avoid cutting into the quick which is painful. Restraining the cat safely and comfortably is the best way to keep him calm during the nail trimming process. This will also help to keep you calm too! It is likely that you feel tense prior to trimming Oscar's nails because you know he won't like it and he is feeling your stress which only adds to his level of stress. He will likely cry and yowl but ultimately, proper restraint will make the whole thing less stressful for both of you! Good Luck and let us know how it goes! Donna The House Full Cats Mom |
