How often to trim cat nails

Hold hands (er, paws)

If you approach a cat with a sharp object in one hand while trying to grab a paw with the other, odds are you'll come up empty-handed.

Because cats' temperaments and dispositions vary greatly, there is no "perfect" way to handle a cat while trimming their claws. Some cats do well with no restraint at all, but most cats need to be held firmly but gently to make sure that no one gets hurt.

If you're trying to cut your cat's nails by yourself, try resting the cat in the crook of one arm while holding one paw with the other hand.

Or, place the animal on a table and lift one paw at a time.

Alternatives to clipping cats' nails

You may even be able to convince a particularly sociable cat to lie back in your lap. If you've got a helper, now’s their time to shine: ask them to hold the cat while you clip the nails, or just ask them to scratch your cat's favorite spot or offer up a distracting treat.

Taking a little off the top

Now that you're in position and the cat's in position, put the claw in the right position too.

Take a paw in your hand and use your thumb and pointer

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