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Cat's claws need to be cut to avoid chipping or damage, and cutting off sharp nails also prevents them from scratching people, objects, or other pets. Clipping your cat's nails can be quite easy if you get them used to the habit. Read the article below to find out more information.

Steps

Part 1 of 3: Preparing to cut nails

1. 

   Pet the cat's paws. Most cats tend to bounce when someone touches their paws, so you should start by getting acquainted with your cat.
   • Choose a time when the cat is lying down.
   • Start gently petting your cat while cuddling your cat's favorite parts (nape, under the chin, between the back and tail, etc.).
   • Do this with each foot that you plan to have.
   • The cat may push its legs away, or even get up and walk away. You should let them go; Don't force your cat to do anything, but continue to paw her paws when the opportunity arises.
   • Every time you touch your cat's paws, reward them and praise them for a positive experience.

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   Hold the cat's paws. Once the cat feels comfortable and has allowed touch, you can gently grip the paws with the palms open.
   • Place your hand on the cat's paws, then turn your hands down so that the soles of the cat are above your palms.
   • Continue to reward your cat with petting and treats; Give your cat a special treat to link the clipping.

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   Massage the cat's paws. Once your cat gets used to holding the paws, you can begin to hold and massage the paws with your fingers.
   • Gently massage the pubic area and the soles of the feet with your fingers.
   • Reward your cat with treats and compliments.

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   Examine your cat's claws. Over time, your pet will allow you to gently press the foot (pressed against the instep) to push the nail out without discomfort.
   • When the nail is exposed, you will see the thickest part of the nail, and towards the toenail is the pink inside the nail, called the pads.
   • The hamster is the living part of the nail and includes blood vessels and nerves, so cutting close to the meat pad will be painful for your cat.You should not cut too close or accidentally cut the toenail, but only cut the sharp part of the nail.
   • Carefully check the position and size of the meat cushion. When looking through the transparent nail, the meat pad is a small, pink triangle. All cat's claws are the same, so if your cat has black claws, just look for lighter claws as a reference point for the other claws.

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   Encourage your cat to create a "claw position". If your cat is in the right position to prepare the claw, the cat will not resist while you are clipping.
   • If you are cutting your cat's claws yourself, place it on your lap, face outward, and hold the cat's paws with one hand (and use a clipper in the other hand).
   • Get the cat to sit in this position and hold each of its paws. Gently press each toe to push the nail out. Continue to reward them with food and give praise.
   • If you have someone to help you, ask them to hold the cat's body facing you, or hold it while you hold the paw with one hand (and the other hand hold the nail clipper).
   • Ask the other person to hold the cat still while you hold its paws and gently press each claw until it feels comfortable. Reward your cat with food and praise him.
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Part 2 of 3: Clipping your cat's claws

1. 

   Choose the right time. You can't cut cat's claws whenever you want. Wait until your cat is in a comfortable mood, such as just waking up, getting ready for bed, or resting in a favorite place in the afternoon.
   • The ideal time to cut your nails is when your cat is finished eating and falls asleep.
   • Do not cut your cat's claws immediately after playing, when he's hungry, active and running around, or in a bad mood. They will not allow you to cut your nails.
   • You will find that your cat's claws are broken or cracked and want to cut them off immediately, but don't do so. Note this and wait until they feel comfortable before attempting to cut your nails, otherwise you will make things worse.

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   Use the right tools. Before you can start cutting your cat's claw, you'll need to have a professional set of tools. To trim your pet's nails, be sure to include a cat clipper and a bleeding pen.
   • There are different types of nail clippers, most of which have a similar function. It is important to attach a sharp cut to the nail easily. With a blunt tongue, it is not only difficult to cut, but also can be painful to the cat. There are two main types of nail clippers: scissors and cutters.
   • Scissor attachment works by moving the blade and is usually small and large in size. The small "clip" is usually suitable for those who are just starting out or just need to cut the claw. Attach large scissors for cutting old and hard nails.
   • Attach the blade clipper to cut the nail when you press the handles together. The nail just fits the middle groove and the blade cuts across the claw. This is a hard attachment used to cut long and thick nails (not used for overgrown nails, but should be used with large ones).
   • If the cut is sharp enough, the cat will not feel the hamster. The blade is usually blunt easily, so throw it away (or re-sharpen it) if the blade is no longer sharp. One sign of this is that you have to use a lot of force to cut an uneven nail or cut.
   • It is also a good idea to have a stop pen ready in case the cat's meat cushion is accidentally cut (although this is less common in cats compared to dogs, as the cat's meat cushion is shorter). Hemostatic pens are available over the counter (in the personal equipment section). This causes blood vessels to bottle when it touches the nail and prevents blood from leaking out. If you cut the meat pad, gently press the staining pen for 1 to 2 minutes and the bleeding will stop.

3. 

   Hold the cat and put it in “clipping position,” sit on your lap and turn your back to you.
   • Hold the attachment with one hand and hold the cat's paw in the other hand.
   • Gently press the pubic and soles of the feet, onto the joint immediately behind the claw to push the nail away.

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   Find where the claw separates from the meat cushion. You will need to locate the meat cushion before you can start cutting your nails. The meat pad has a small pink triangle inside the claw.
   • If you've never cut your cat's claw, you should only cut the tip of the claw. Once you get used to it, you can cut it close to the meat cushion, but don't cut it too close to it, as this will injure the cat and bleed the nail.

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   Use with nail clippers. Hold the cat in the above position and cut each claw. Place between the base of the base of the meat cushion and the nail.
   • Adjust the attachment direction so that the attached blade cuts from bottom to top. This prevents the claw from cracking.
   • Don't be annoyed. Your cat may resist, squeal, and try to scratch you, but don't yell or go over the speaker. Otherwise they will be injured and will no longer want you to have your nails trimmed.
   • You can only cut one or two nails at once for the first time.

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   Reward your cat with treats. They have behaved well for allowing you to cut nails and should be rewarded for doing so.
   • Enjoy a delicious treat: canned salmon, or chicken. Some cats prefer cream or fermented butter.
   • Using tempting treats can help your cat form a link between treats and clipping. They may not be very fond of clipping their nails, but for a reward the cat will be less likely to resist the next time they come.

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   Check your pet's claws regularly. Cat claws grow at different rates, but it is a good rule of thumb to trim your nails every two weeks or a month so that the claw doesn't grow too long, cracked, or damaged.
   • Even though cats have a habit of sharpening their own claws, you should still pay attention to their claws. Claws can be damaged and you can help your pet with neat trimming.
   • Pay special attention to older cats as their claws are thicker and sometimes pressing back against the soles of their paws will damage the cat. Check the cat's paw weekly and prune if necessary. This is easier to do, rather than letting overgrown claws affect your cat's paws. If something goes wrong, you need to take them to see your vet to take the necessary antibiotics.
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Part 3 of 3: Clipping your cat's nails with support

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   Choose someone close to the cat. You should not ask a stranger or a loved one who has little contact with the cat to help you trim their nails, or the pet will become even more afraid.
   • While any cat can be taught how to get used to clipping nails, in reality they will always resist and you need more help.

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   Have the cat holder fix it. You and the other person can stand opposite either side of a table or counter.
   • You both need to talk to the cat gently and calmly.
   • Ask a helper to cuddle the cat and hold it in place by holding her body without harming or frightening the cat.
   • If your cat likes to brush, the other person may be able to groom them to distract attention while clipping his paw. Instruct the other person to brush their hair, under the neck, or other areas the cat likes to be brushed.

3. 

   Hold one of the cat's paws with your hand. Meanwhile, gently press the foot to push the claw out.
   • If the cat is hissing, wait until it calms down before touching your paws.

4. 

   Trim your cat's claws as usual. The other person will continue to distract while you cut their nails.
   • Follow the instructions above to make sure you are performing the correct and painless nail cutting.
   • When you're done, you can reward your cat with a treat.

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   Regularly check for the condition of the claw. The pace of each cat's claw growth is not the same, but it's a good idea to check their claws every two weeks and once a month so that the claw doesn't grow too long, cracked, or damaged.
   • Even though cats have a habit of sharpening their own claws, you should still pay attention to their claws. Claws can be damaged and you can help your pet with neat trimming.
   • Pay special attention to older cats as their claws are thicker and sometimes pressing back against the soles of their paws will damage the cat. Check the cat's paw weekly and prune if necessary. This is easier to do, rather than letting overgrown claws affect your cat's paws. If something goes wrong, you need to take them to see your vet to take the necessary antibiotics.
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Advice

• Start with the back toenails.Many cats use their hind legs to get out, but if they have their claws cut, you won't get scratched.
• You can trim your cat's claws while she is asleep beside the owner. If you have your dog ready with a clipper in the meantime, you can trim your dog's nails without disturbing your pet's sleep.
• If you are unsure of where to cut, ask an instructor. Veterinarians, ranch staff, and cat care professionals will guide the steps carefully.
• Cover your cat's eyes or block her view so she doesn't have to see the process.
• If you need to cut your cat's claws but they are resisting, you can cover your body with a towel or blanket and reveal one leg with each cut. However, you will need to do this because you have not had time to train them yet, and the next time you come, it will be very difficult to take care of your cat's paw as they associate the process with shock God.
• For long-haired cats, you should moisten their paws to make it easier to trim the claws.
• You can train your cat as a child, even as young as a month. At this age, you can also use a small nail clipper as the cat's claw is not fully developed. Just cut out the edges slightly, then reward your cat. As soon as possible, train your pet to form a link between a nail clipping and a rewarding treat.
• It's better to keep your nails trimmed regularly than it is to lengthen them before cutting them. If you cut too deeply, it will be difficult for you to do this the next time.
• Don't miss the hypotenuse! Most cats have two hypotenuse on their forelegs. They are shaped like miniature hooves, located on the edge of the foreleg, just below the ankles. This claw is rarely used, so it is often elongated and should be checked every month if the cat is healthy.

Warning

• Do not use with nail clippers or human scissors. This type of tool can crack your cat's claws.
• Do not cut too deeply and touch the meat cushion. Otherwise the cat will be very hurt.
• Do not amputate your cat's claws, as this will damage her nerves as well as cause psychological harm. Instead, trim your pet's claws every few weeks and have a pillar or carpet ready for him.