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RE: Irregular nail growth

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Posted by: PHDrTobin at Fri Jun 22 08:53:13 2007  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by PHDrTobin ]  
   

This happens when they don't or can't sharpen their claws. Cats sharpen their claws by pulling off part of the nail, starting at the base, leaving the pointed tip. I've seen it most often in older cats. If the claw is curving around and starting to grow into the foot, you need to cut it.

   

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