...Is the vet in?
Our one remaining cat is a timid creature and doesn't venture outside much.
As a result her rear claws are getting too long. Her front claws she self-trims by ripping at the various mats and runners around the house, but the back ones are razor sharp and overly long.
I notice that she is ripping lumps out of herself when she uses her rear legs to scratch various itches (notably around her neck, behind her ears and on top of her head).
She's been de-flea'd but that's not the only reasons cats/dogs scratch.
Rather than pay someone 50-60 notes to trim her claws I am willing to have a go myself, but I suspect holding onto an indignant cat will be a challenge.
I have some decent clippers (proper spring-loaded plier type) that will do the job. How much do you cut off? About 1/3rd? I certainly don't want to cut her to the quick.
It will take 2 of us because she will panic, and herself isn't keen to take part in this operation but if we don't do it, its neglecting our duty I feel.
Any knowledgeable advice out there?
