I haven't gotten a kitten nailcutter and her claws are way too long and I'm pretty desperate. I was thinking about cutting them with my nailcutter but I wanted to know if it's okay first.
2007-12-05 08:11:03 · 10 answers · asked by Jack Lapidus 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
Yes, but it is not ideal. Be careful not to cut too far from the end. For novices, just take the sharp tip off. The biggest problem with nail clippers for people is the possibility of cracking the claw rather than cleanly snipping it off. Also, most cat nailcutters give you a better view of what you are cutting off. And since they are like scissors, you have a better grip on them.
2007-12-05 08:30:30 · answer #1 · answered by cat lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I use a regular nailcutter all the time when cutting my cats claws. The thing to watch out for is that you don't cut too close to the quick -- the part of the nail that carries a small blood supply to each claw.
When you have the claw extended for cutting, be aware of the pinkish area near the base of the claw. Only cut the white area and you will be fine.
If you accidentally cut into the quick, don't worry. It's not a serious injury, but it will hurt the cat momentarily. If it bleeds, dab it with a stiptic pencil to stop the bleeding and it will heal nicely on its own.
2007-12-05 08:34:39 · answer #2 · answered by Yvonne P 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The kitten's nails are exactly like your fingernails. You want just to cut the white part and stay away from the pink part (the quick -OUCH).
A kitten's nails are tough at all and you can trim them with your cuticle scissors. When the kitten is older you will like the special cat clippers which can better handle the nails are they toughen with age.
2007-12-05 08:32:49 · answer #3 · answered by old cat lady 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is ok to use regular nail clippers. I do it all the time, Ive had cats all my life & thats what we've been doing. Im sure thats what people used before all the specail nail clippers came out. You just have to be careful not to cut too much.
2007-12-05 10:13:32 · answer #4 · answered by allcatlover2002 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've had cats for over 50 years, and until recently had always used regular "people" nail clippers. You just have to be more careful, when cutting the nail with these, cause they don't have a "guard" to prevent cutting too short. Hope this helps......Good luck..........
2007-12-05 08:17:21 · answer #5 · answered by brutusmom 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, you can cut your kitten's claws with a regular cutter. Just be careful you dont hit the actual nerver or flesh part of the kitten.
2007-12-05 08:16:23 · answer #6 · answered by boodoll33 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, sometimes with kittens or really small puppies, human nail clippers actually work better.
2007-12-05 09:20:42 · answer #7 · answered by Jessica 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Yeah its ok i have two cats have always cut there claws with normal cutters.
2007-12-05 08:48:13 · answer #8 · answered by Proud mama of baby Noah 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes it is OK, I do it all the time with my three cats...just don't cut too much off!
2007-12-05 08:16:11 · answer #9 · answered by ~Jack~ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yeah it's fine. i prefer using those, they're easier to manage, imo.
2007-12-05 09:46:56 · answer #10 · answered by Ember Halo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋