How to cut the claws of a cat

If cats were able to talk, and they were asked if it was necessary to cut their claws, they would definitely say: "No!". All because the sharp claws gave them nature to hunt and perform other cat's affairs. And all cats regularly undermine their weapons, so you can not deprive your pet of pleasure to sharpen claws.

In order for the pet not to spoil the furniture, you just need to buy a scratchcloth or, if you're a jack of all trades, make it yourself. And after explaining to the cat that this particular new object is the ideal object for this purpose. They, our lovely and affectionate pets - animals are far from stupid, and they will understand everything perfectly.

But what if in the apartment there are also young children? The verdict is unambiguous - the clipping of claws. And regular. And those who participate in exhibitions, it is recommended to perform this procedure in order to avoid misunderstandings. But since you can not cut your claws yourself to every owner, you can go to the vet or make-up artist. But if the owner of the kitty decides to learn how to perform this procedure in person, then some information on this process will help him.

How to cut the claws of a cat, if a person has never engaged in such a thing? In principle, this is not such a complicated procedure. Although the first time the owners are mentally preparing for this event in a couple of days - it's scary to hurt the pet. In no case can you use manicure sets for these purposes, since you can only cut the claws with a special tool - a claw -nail.

To avoid conflict or, in simple terms, scratched hands, it is best to take a still sleepy pet, because at that time it will be the most docile and manageable. Gently take your pet, put your back on your lap and start boldly. Take the cat's foot in two fingers of the left hand and gently push it from the side so that the claws protrude forward.

Since you can only cut the claws of cats to a certain level, you should correctly define it. Transparent claw very much facilitates the matter, because you can immediately see the blood vessels and determine this boundary. In case your pigmented pigmented, that is, brown or black claws, will be a bit more complicated, you have to cut it off a little bit. Over time, you will get it intuitively. During the process, it is necessary to talk with the cat, using gentle intonations, repeating her nickname and syusyukaya, as if with a child. In short, your main task is to make sure that the pet is calm, feel protected. Therefore, you should avoid shouting and slapping. You can even give the cat her favorite treat.

Since you will be the first to cut the claws of a cat (we agreed at the very beginning that it is an inexperienced make-up artist), then you should not expect that you will be able to process all four paws. Especially if it's a kitten or a young cat, which simply needs to constantly release somewhere its energy. Cut one leg, and if it goes, then two. The rest is better to postpone for later. Let your pet get used to it and understand that you do not want to harm him.

Most often learn to cut all the paws at the same time the owners will be able to only 7-9 months. Until the owner of the pet learns and understands how to properly cut the claws of a cat, it can suffer such a failure as an unguarded wound to the blood vessel located in the claw. In this case blood will come from the cut. No need to panic! Apply to the cut crystals of potassium permanganate or treat the wound with hydrogen peroxide. The blood will stop quickly, and the wound will heal. True, most likely your pet will long remember this annoying misunderstanding, and in the future to cut claws pussy will be much more difficult. So try to be as accurate as possible, do everything very carefully and do not rush.