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<blockquote data-quote="meowbunny" data-source="post: 116382" data-attributes="member: 3626"><p>Definitely no to the declawing. It's not removing the claws, it's removing the toes! Literally.</p><p></p><p>The leg punctures will lessen as the kitten gets older. You can trim the claws but be very careful to not hit the quick. The first time you do it, have a vet show you how. Now is the time to train your little fella to put up with having claws unsheathed and manhandled so that things can be done as necessary when he gets older. When he's sleeping, pick him up, turn him on his back, grab a paw and gently press the top of the claw to look at it. Do this for every claw. If he starts to play, say a sharp NO. You may have to hold his paw while looking at one at first. If necessary get someone to hold his head so he can't play bite. Do this a few times a day and he should get the message and will make it much easier to trim the claws when necessary.</p><p></p><p>Ditto brushing teeth. Yes, you really can (and should) brush a cat's teeth. You can use a toothbrush, a finger cap or even an old, rough washcloth. There is special kitty toothpaste you can get at the pet store.</p><p></p><p>I'm a firm believer in a squirt bottle or gun. Don't let the cat know it is coming but do say a sharp no when using. </p><p></p><p>My cats are pretty well-behaved but they do have a tendency to run when they see the squirt bottle.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="meowbunny, post: 116382, member: 3626"] Definitely no to the declawing. It's not removing the claws, it's removing the toes! Literally. The leg punctures will lessen as the kitten gets older. You can trim the claws but be very careful to not hit the quick. The first time you do it, have a vet show you how. Now is the time to train your little fella to put up with having claws unsheathed and manhandled so that things can be done as necessary when he gets older. When he's sleeping, pick him up, turn him on his back, grab a paw and gently press the top of the claw to look at it. Do this for every claw. If he starts to play, say a sharp NO. You may have to hold his paw while looking at one at first. If necessary get someone to hold his head so he can't play bite. Do this a few times a day and he should get the message and will make it much easier to trim the claws when necessary. Ditto brushing teeth. Yes, you really can (and should) brush a cat's teeth. You can use a toothbrush, a finger cap or even an old, rough washcloth. There is special kitty toothpaste you can get at the pet store. I'm a firm believer in a squirt bottle or gun. Don't let the cat know it is coming but do say a sharp no when using. My cats are pretty well-behaved but they do have a tendency to run when they see the squirt bottle. [/QUOTE]
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