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Is there any way to get cat claws s bit more blunt.
In a nice way they do themselves?
Currently having my groin shredded with sitting on cat
Ooch

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  • mellymoo74
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    You can clip them bur if your cat goes out they don't recommend that cos they need em sharp to climb (and fight)
  • FreeBear
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    Don't clip them too short - You'd be better off using a nail file just to remove the sharp points.

    Better still, don't sit on the cat :rotfl:
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  • NewShadow
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    I suggest, same as with any animal, consistent training.

    If you remove and ignore the cat (with a 'that hurts') whenever they knead with claws out, and positively reinforce with peering and affection when they knead with claws in, you should (eventually) see a change in behaviour.

    I have a very disturbed kitty whom enjoys waking me by kneading my face while licking my nose or sucking my ear lobes (she'll even seek me out under the covers):eek:

    It took maybe two weeks for her to get the message claws weren't appreciated .
    That sounds like a classic case of premature extrapolation.

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  • donnac2558
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    I clip my cats nails, you can buy special scissors in pet shops or just use nail clippers.

    Gently push out the nail and clip the point only. You will see a pink colour never the paw do not clip it or near it.
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