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Cats - reasons not to declaw
If you’re considering declawing your cat, please read this. It‘ll only take a moment, and will give you valuable information to help you take your decision.
First, you should know that declawing is pretty much an outdated procedure. It’s something people do for their convenience without realising what actually happens to their beloved cat.
In England, Italy, France, Sweden and Portugal (plus many other countries) declawing is termed “inhumane” and “unnecessary mutilation.”
Before you decide to declaw your cat, there’re some important facts you should know. Declawing is nothing like a pedicure. It’s surgery. Your cat’s claw is not a toenail. It is actually closely connected to the bone. Declawing is actually an amputation of the last joint of your cat’s “toes”.
When you realise that, it becomes clear why declawing is not a humane act. It’s a painful surgery, with a painful recovery period. Remember during the recuperation time, your cat will still have to use its feet to walk, jump, and scratch in its litter box regardless of the pain it is experiencing.
No cat lover would doubt that cats suffer pain. They hide it well. Not only are they proud, they instinctively know that they are at risk when in a weakened position, and by nature attempt to hide it.
Your cat’s body is perfectly designed to give it the agility and beauty that is unique to felines. Its claws are an important part of this design. When declawed, the cat is deprived of its primary defence, leaving it prey to predators if it ever escapes outdoors.
Please do not declaw your pet. Rather, find a humane vet who 100% honestly cares about cats and ask his advice. There are perfect alternatives, which don’t involve cruelty to your pet. Thank you.