trim our cat's claws every week. That can cut down on the damage a
lot.
Declawing is not right. Its the same as having the tips of your
fingers to the first joint cut off. As an alternative, you can get
caps for the claws. Erika and Phil tried that with their cat, and it
seems to work.
larry
On Wed, 25 Aug 2004 08:27:18 -0400, Guy McDowell
<[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> Hi Paul,
>
> That is a dilemma. The process of declawing is not totally humane. They chop the phlange off at the first knuckle. In older cats this can result in disabling the leg. At least, this is what I've heard. best to talk to your vet about it.
>
> But then again, it is more humane than having a cat put down because they rip up furniture, in my opinion.
>
> Tough call, good luck with that.
>
> ~Guy
>
>
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