HOW DO I CLIP MY CAT OR KITTEN'S NAILS?
You might feel a little nervous if you need to clip your cat's nails. How can you cut your kitten's claws without a lot of hissing and scratching? Is there a way to stop your cat from feeling nervous? Some cats might need to be gently restrained for a nail-clipping session, but others will be more relaxed than you might expect. It's all about how you approach your kitty, the vibes you send, the environment, and everything that leads up to that moment.
Help Your Kitten Get Used to Having His Paws Handled
If you can, make things easier for your cat by helping him get used to having his paws handled as a kitten. Cats are usually a little skittish about having their paws touched, so expect some hesitation at first. Play with your
kitten a lot, touch his paws and hold them gently. Lightly press and hold his paws for a few seconds and then let them go. Give him treats to help build positive associations with having his paws held. Let him get used to the feeling before you graduate to gently clipping his claws with a nail clipper.
If you start when your cat is young, it will be much easier to continue the practice once he's an adult. Of course, you can also go through these steps when your cat's older, but the process might take longer.
Provide Lots of Cat Scratchers & Calming Diffusers
Providing plenty of cat scratchers can cut down on the number of times you need to trim your cat's claws.