De-clawing Cats

oldrooster · Sep 22, 2004

Bless you for saving cats, better declawed than dead.....

Truly Blessed · Sep 22, 2004

oldrooster said:
Bless you for saving cats, better declawed than dead.....

Thanks Rooster; I would never buy a pet when there are so many needing adoption.

We just lost Sweetheart to tumors on her back and it really broke my heart.

oldrooster · Sep 22, 2004

Truly Blessed said:
Thanks Rooster; I would never buy a pet when there are so many needing adoption.

We just lost Sweetheart to tumors on her back and it really broke my heart.

We will be adding a cat to our household this week, from the shelter.....

Truly Blessed · Sep 22, 2004

oldrooster said:
We will be adding a cat to our household this week, from the shelter.....

It will be awhile before we get another one; just dont want to replace if you know what I mean.

oldrooster · Sep 22, 2004

Truly Blessed said:
It will be awhile before we get another one; just dont want to replace if you know what I mean.

I do, we found our own place, we had my daughters cats, we need one of our own.

rented mule · Sep 22, 2004

Caprice said:
I must admit that I find the idea of de-toothing an animal repulsive, even moreso than declawing.

Funny think to mention: I read your name as "retarded mule" rather than "rented mule" lol

I find it most disturbing that you would think I was actually serious about detoothing a dog. Did you get de-humored? Stay away from sharp objects, mmmkay?

MadeInOz · Sep 22, 2004

We're a very warm-hearted family who take in strays as and when they show up on our doorstep.

They only seem to come one at a time, which is fortunate.

My cat enjoys sharpening his claws on other people's car tyres... and generally turns up his nose at a scratching post.

moonpye · Sep 22, 2004

rented mule said:
I find it most disturbing that you would think I was actually serious about detoothing a dog. Did you get de-humored? Stay away from sharp objects, mmmkay?

MUhahaaahaaaa, u crack me up!

u tell em! true dat!!

Hear that?? shame on ya! :prayer:

..........

Caprice · Sep 22, 2004

rented mule said:
I find it most disturbing that you would think I was actually serious about detoothing a dog. Did you get de-humored? Stay away from sharp objects, mmmkay?

Well I guess I didn't see any indication that you were joking. Thats cool then.

moonpye said:
MUhahaaahaaaa, u crack me up! u tell em! true dat!! Hear that?? shame on ya! ..........

¿¿¿What are you smoking???

feo · Sep 22, 2004

Lady_Firehawk said:
Alright, I think I've ranted enough. I'm completely unapologetic about it, too; I feel very strongly about the issue. Like Feo said, maybe some people just don't do well with cats. (I know I don't do well with barking dogs, but that doesn't mean I'm going to put a shock collar on them!)

Thank you for your support, its sad how much weight is put on convience in today's society at the cost of something else. The things you mentioned are NOT uncommon rarities; or once in awhile complications..., they happen very very often.

Truly Blessed said:
Perhaps (Just Perhaps) I love my cats very much and saved them from being killed! But didn't want to deal with scratching.

Declawing your cat is NOT a sign of love, its abuse. Theres several pet organizations and many many vets will agree with me. If you dont agree, go do some research on the topic. There are different ways to "deal with scratching", none of which involve ripping your poor cats fingers off.

rented mule · Sep 22, 2004

moonpye said:
MUhahaaahaaaa, u crack me up! u tell em! true dat!! Hear that?? shame on ya! ..........

heehee! glad to make you laugh ^_^

Lady_Firehawk · Sep 22, 2004

Don't declaw when there's a zillion more humane solutions out there. If you really love your cat, I hope you'll take the time to look.

For cats who sharpen claws on tires-- I'm sure you could find some spare tires... make a scratching post out of them?

Caprice · Sep 22, 2004

Lady_Firehawk said:
For cats who sharpen claws on tires-- I'm sure you could find some spare tires... make a scratching post out of them?

Cute idea, I shall remember it in case I am ever in such a peculiar cercumstance.

Ataradrac · Sep 22, 2004

While I commend those who rescue cats who would otherwise be put down, I would hope that every other option to declawing was tried before they decided to mutilate their cats. Trimming, TRAINING and claw covers are just some of the options out there.

And don't get me started on tail docking and ear pinning on dogs. That is mutilation of the worst degree, for nothing more than aesthetics.

Truly Blessed · Sep 22, 2004

Truly Blessed said:
Perhaps (Just Perhaps) I love my cats very much and saved them from being killed! But didn't want to deal with scratching.

feo said:
Declawing your cat is NOT a sign of love, its abuse. Theres several pet organizations and many many vets will agree with me. If you dont agree, go do some research on the topic. There are different ways to "deal with scratching", none of which involve ripping your poor cats fingers off.

I like how people just twist words around - no where did I say declawing was a sign of love. Furthermore, I am not in love with them when I got them from the U.S. Army Vet before being KILLED as mentioned before. But of Course you are right. I should of said the heck with it and let the Army Vet Kill them. I do fall in love with them after awhile.

Truly Blessed · Sep 22, 2004

Ataradrac said:
And don't get me started on tail docking and ear pinning on dogs. That is mutilation of the worst degree, for nothing more than aesthetics.

I could not agree with you more.

InTheFlame · Sep 23, 2004

For the Australians - declawing is illegal in Australia, which is why it's not debated much here.

andiesmama · Sep 25, 2004

Declawing is not removal of the nail, the vet cuts off the bone at the first joint. Basically, amputation. And, if it's not done correctly, there will be future problems with walking, constant pain, and possibly some type of re-growth that would account for future surgeries. I do admit to having my previous cat (she died over 2 years ago) de-clawed, but that was when she was young and was about 18 years ago. If I ever get another cat, I will choose a more humane way to control the scratching as in a scratching post, spray (bitter apple) you can put on furniture, or even those plastic covers you can put over their claws...they even make them in colors now, isn't that funny?

And I do know that some vets even refuse now to do de-clawing....Just my humble opinion, I hope I didn't offend anyone!! :wave:

moonpye · Sep 25, 2004

Caprice said:
Well I guess I didn't see any indication that you were joking. Thats cool then.

¿¿¿What are you smoking???

what am i smoking???? NOTHING! i dont smoke, nor have i ever!...... :sick:

... what are U smoking?? :scratch:

rented mule · Sep 27, 2004

Lady_Firehawk said:
For cats who sharpen claws on tires-- I'm sure you could find some spare tires... make a scratching post out of them?

I'd probably make sure the tires are covered under warranty first.

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