RAISE A PAW,
- Cat scratching is natural
- They scratch to stretch their bodies
- They scratch to groom their claws
- They scratch to mark a space or object as safe
- They scratch to maintain the necessary claw motion used in hunting and climbing
RAISE A PAW,
DON’T DECLAW.
- Cat scratching is natural
- They scratch to stretch their bodies
- They scratch to groom their claws
- They scratch to mark a space or object as safe
- They scratch to maintain the necessary claw motion used in hunting and climbing
THE TRUTH ABOUT DECLAWING
DECLAWING IS NOT MEDICALLY NECESSARY.
People often believe declawing is a harmless “quick fix” to prevent damage resulting from scratching. In reality, it may permanently harm your cat’s health and well-being.
DECLAWING CAN LEAD TO SERIOUS COMPLICATIONS.
Long-term complications include:
- Refusal to use the litter box
- Biting
- Physical issues
DECLAWING HURTS
If performed on a human being, declawing would be like cutting off each finger at the last knuckle. The procedure is painful and can leave physical and emotional scars.
DECLAWING IS SOMETIMES ILLEGAL
Declawing is illegal in several California cities, including San Francisco & Los Angeles. Many more veterinarians refuse to perform the surgery.