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I need tips for trimming claws.

post #1 of 4
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I can trim Chloe's claws pretty easily...if she's not sleepy, usually scruffing her works. I started trying to get her used to the whole thing as a kitten and I think that helped.

With Henry, it's impossible. I've tried waiting until he sleeps (the guy never sleeps!), scruffing, wrapping him in a towel, etc. Nothing helps. I have those trimmers that look like little scissors.

Any special tricks? Would a little file help instead of cutting them?
post #2 of 4
Files take too long and probably would not work. I had a Turkish Angora who hated his nails done. I'm good with clipping nails and had to do his over a few days (a foot or two a day) to get them done.

I would just be firm with him and do one foot a day till he's more cooperative.
post #3 of 4
If you give him a treat immediately after you trim a paw (or a claw or two, if trimming a whole paw is too difficult right now!), he'll probably get the idea fairly quickly. He may well learn to tolerate it, although he'll probably never love it!
post #4 of 4
hmm, have you tried having someone hold him while you clip?

We had one cat that was so bad, we'd have to wrap her in a towel, with her head covered, and have my fiance hold her as I cut.

But I don't know if this would be too invasive for her? Because you wouldnt' want to traumatize her more! Just a thought

Good luck, and let us know if anything has worked!
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