Hi There,

Declawing isn't a good thing to do at any age. It's painful, unnecessary, and can cause life-long health and behavioral problems. The surgery involves amputating the first digit of each toe. Many vets, mine included, no longer perform this surgery as they consider it inhumane.

A much better option is using a product known as Soft Paws. These are plastic caps that are glued over the cat's claws and they last at least a month. Similar nail caps are sold in pet stores under different names and I'm sure they work just as well.

If you like, I'll be happy to look up some sites with information on why declawing should not be done. My own cats do well with having their nails trimmed on a regular basis and having lots of their own things they are welcome to scratch.

Regards,
PHKitkat

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