I do all our cats nails twice a month. If I wait longer the points get too sharp and will start ripping furniture again.
Be careful not to cut too deep or you'll hit the vein and cause a lot of pain as well as bleeding. Cornstarch is a good coagulator, but the nail will hurt them for days, so be cautious.
2007-07-18 14:30:33
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answered by Elaine M 7
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Mine seems to grow really fast, so it's often 4-6 weeks between each trimming. When he starts using his scratching post more and gets a little more rough with his nails, it's time.
2007-07-18 20:17:14
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answered by ? 7
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Cats naturally like to scratch things, and this wears down thier nails. Get a nice scratching post (bonus dividend: Kitty won't tear up the furniture..as much...) and let nature take it's course.
2007-07-18 20:15:14
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answered by Bruce J 4
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Kitty nails like your nails can grow at different rates. I always know when it's "time" when kitty comes to knead in my lap and I say "Ouch!". It may be just one nail that needs to be trimmed down.
2007-07-18 20:16:32
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answered by old cat lady 7
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About once a month as a routine. Do it the same day before you apply a flea repellent such as Frontline Plus.
2007-07-18 20:17:47
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answered by Faith D 4
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When you feel his/her claws cutting into you while sitting on your lap, it's time to do it again. Trim only the outer part. Cat claws are sensitive beyond that.
2007-07-18 20:34:22
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answered by viciousvince2001 5
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I trim my fuzzies about every ten days, not every nail needs clipping, but just the hook part
2007-07-18 20:32:11
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answered by Chief High Commander, UAN 5
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You should never cut your cat's claws! Never!
You need to get scratching posts for your cat.
2007-07-18 20:19:29
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answered by Anonymous
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well if you want to make sure she is helthy i would do it every 4 weeks :))
take care
love tori
2007-07-18 20:14:38
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answered by Tori F 1
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