First things first, please, no judging. This was not in any way something I could control. It was either de-claw or send him to the nearest shelter which is a kill shelter and is full. Kyo just had his front claws removed. I visited him at the vet. He's very hyper and was happy to see me. I could hear him meowing all the way outside when I left. He is healing very nicely. I'm sad to have had to put him through this. But I couldn't let him get killed. I've read the articles about care post surgery... but does anyone have extra advice? I would love to hear it. He's my precious baby and I'm doing everything I can to keep him safe and comfortable.