Feline declawing is an elective and ethically controversial procedure, which is not medically necessary for cats. Declawing entails the amputation of a cat’s third phalanx [P3], or third ‘toe bone.’ Unlike human nails, cats’ claws are attached to the last bone in their toes. A comparison in human terms would be cutting off a person’s finger at the last joint of each finger. 

 

Read this helpful information from the American Association of Feline Practitioners about alternatives to declawing.

 

We recommend that you do not immediately expose your existing pets to a newly adopted pet. Consider how you will manage an isolation period and be sure all existing pets are up to date on vaccinations and other routine health care before bringing a new pet home.

 

Facilitating positive pet-to-pet introductions will require some management on your part. Not all pets are instant friends and may require temporary or intermittent separation to ensure a smooth transition. Some pets are happy to share their home within a week or two, others may take a month or longer to adjust. Our adoption counselors will be happy to review steps to properly introduce your new pet to your resident pets.

 

View this fun video from Bad Rap for helpful tips.

Click HERE to read some helpful tips from Jackson Galaxy about introducing your new cat to a cat at home.