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declawing


Sent to Pet Experts June 14, 2005 8:14 a.m.

I have an 8 week old kitten. she will be an indoor cat. I am trying to decided which procedure is better to use to have her declawed (front only laser or surgery.
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June 14, 2005 8:26 a.m. (12 minutes and 15 seconds later)
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if i had to choose out of the two i would say the front only, so at least she could scratch herself. BUT, i strongly advise against either. I had a friend that had that done to her kitten and it was soo sad. her poor little paws looked like they hurt and ended up getting infected. Not only that but once it healed and she tried to get on the couch....she just slid right off and sat there like she knew that wasn't supposed toi happen. not only this but If she were to get outside then she couldnt defend herself against other animals(or kids..hehe).. I would recomend just triming her claws on a regular basis. It might be a little bit of a hhassle but its better for the kitten in the long runImages available only to Customers.



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have raised countless kittens and care for them alot

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