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Does anyone else try to trim their cat's nails by themselves? My cat seems fine when I do the back but once I start with the front she starts to meow and bite(maybe it's because it's easier for her to reach). Any suggestions on how to keep her calm so I can get her nails done? If she gets too...

I agree, more information could help us to better understand what might be behind why the vet would suggest such a drastic approach for nail trimming. Solensia is one option to help with arthritic pain. Joint supplements, if she is not already on one, can help with reducing future joint damage...

I trim my boy’s nails once a week but you may want to do it every fortnight. I don’t mind my boy scratching my stuffs but he runs a lot and longer nails have no grip on the wooden floor so I trim it shorter so that he can take fast corners. The other way is if you can hear Bond’s claws while...

...treats are highly motivating for my cats. I was getting worried my tortie would have to be taken to the vet as she didn't want me trimming nails and would even leave where she was relaxed when she heard me ready the clippers. Her dislike was growing over time. It's been a slow process, but...

Ouch! That looks painful

Hi everyone, I'm another one having issues trimming my cat's nails. I adopted him as an adult cat and he is really sweet, but I found out in the worse possible way (eye scratch) that he hates having his nails trimmed. I managed to do it once with my partner, but after the "incident" I'm more...

Sheba meatsticks are the only treats Gypsy will eat at the vet or heed when we are outside.

I had no idea vets would trim their nails... that is absolutely great for owners who have issues trimming them on their own.

I think the trust will just take some time. You could try some calming aids if you think she's just on edge. Everything is still pretty new to her. Sights, sounds, daily rhythm... She also might not ever return entirely to the cat when you first got her. When cats get comfortable, sometimes...

Yea, that's great! Continue to do the nail trimming so that she gets more use to it.

Tips on getting my cat more tolerant to nail trimming? This thread might give you some tips. Trimming nails will not hurt the cats. With dogs, the goal is to get the nails as short as possible, so it's easier to get them too short unless you're experienced. With cats, the goal is not to get...

...are scared into submission when taken to the vet. I couldn’t have a vet come here, they would fight too much. Like they fight me for trimming nails, trimming butt hair, etc but let e vet do it at the office. They would climb the walls here too if cornered by a stranger. Calming treats may be...

Trimming her nails will help and perhaps a cone so she can't scratch. You'd have to call the vet to ask about cleaning solution and ointment and what's safe for pets where you live.

1. 9 kittens. 2. I am trimming the nails. 3. Bag balm is a wonderful idea, as I am allergic to coconut oil. 4. They are all gaining appropriate amounts daily, I have been monitoring them closely. 5. Mom and kittens will be spayed and neutered ASAP. We rescued her pregnant or she would have...

Good advice about regularly trimming nails to avoid accidental injuries between the two cats. I'll just add that if you do have a cat who is weird about feet touching (like mine was), you can acclimate them to it before trying to trim the nails. I had to get him used to grabbing his feet and...

Do I trim dew claws when I do the rest of her nails?

...diabetic and you need to stick ears. One of my boys has a tumor causing high blood sugar. He’s a huge polydactyl who’s fine with me trimming nails or giving him his inhaler. But he has always hated anyone messing with his ears. I wish I’d gotten him over that before I need to squeeze blood...

One of my girls at work is a bear for nail trimming. She's also ridiculously food motivated. I give her an entire can of food, then sneak around and clip her nails as she's inhaling it. She barely even notices!

The way they are already getting along, expect rougher play. As Milo gets bigger Sammy will be less careful. It will look sacary but as long as they both come back for more all is good. Yes, accidents can happen. Since there was only 1 it sounds like Milo knows how to play with soft paws but he...

Try to trim the nails when he's asleep and drowsy. You don't have to trim all the nails at once else it'll be stressful for both of you. Just clip one or two nails a day.