The Seven Deadly Cat Sins!

Take my word on these tips: this is not my first cat rodeo! Even if it's something inconvenient, or you flat out disagree, you've got nothing to lose. After all, I don't just care about your cats, I care about your relationship with them, and helping you to make it the very best it can be.
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0:32: Don't feed your cat milk
1:21: Don't skip annual vet visits
2:48: Don't dress up your cat
4:08: Don't force interactions
6:28: Don't punish
8:55: Don't do anything your cat wouldn't want for content
10:18: Don't declaw your cat
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[@kuva99]

The most important rule of all wasn't even mentioned and I'm both shocked and appalled. Never, never, never, NEVER throw away an empty cardboard box. These empty boxes are a sign of true love. Your cat will worship you as you do your cat.

[@LauraJdogmom]

All cardboard boxes belong to cats. We just borrow them. It is wrong to dispose of someone else's personal property without their permission.

[@reachandler3655]

You forgot bags, my neighbors cat often sneaks into my kitchen to use 'her' freezer bag!

[@LauraJdogmom]

@@reachandler3655 True. They also own all pillows.

[@jess0324]

@@reachandler3655 my cat is obsessed with plastic bags i swear

[@reachandler3655]

@@LauraJdogmom And towels, tissues, string, wool, oh, and don't forget taps! Yes, she's got me well trained, not even my cat! 🤣

[@inkimi9306]

When I initially adopted my cat, whenever she started scratching my couch or doorframe, I brought out the treats and held them against the scratching post, until she reached for it with her paws and started scratching. Very quickly she would start going for the scratching post immediately whenever she wanted to scratch! I kept reinforcing it with treats for a couple of weeks, and she has left my furniture alone since, I was surprised at how painless the redirect was 😸

[@Erlrantandrage]

I trained my cat to use the scratch post by putting her near it and scratching it myself. I heard that cats mirror so I gave it a shot that she'd mirror my behavior.

[@Lunasera]

Often they also go for furniture because the scratching supplies they have are too short or another problem that prevents them from using it to the full extend. We have scratching posts but also scratching boards scattered throughout the apartment and they naver touched any furniture

[@readerbaby71]

It works! I trained my cat not to scratch my new couch the same way.

[@nct948]

@@Erlrantandrage yes, it works

[@halfbloodprincess989]

Cool idea! When I got my cat I was worried about my furniture, although the animal shelter told me that he's really good at that. I scratched at the scatching post the first few days to show him - it worked very well, but is was bad for my fingernails xD.

[@aliyamoon80]

I took my cat to the vet for a spay operation. They asked if I wanted a declaw and I said that I did not. That afternoon, I picked up my cat, and they gave me instructions to use shredded paper for litter. I was confused. This wasn’t discussed with me during the pre procedure visit. “It’s for the declaw.” I was livid! There was another cat that was to be spayed and declawed. They’d confused the cats because they had similar names and looked identical. I didn’t pay for the declawed, but my poor cat endured an unnecessary procedure. For years, she would bite. I didn’t blame her or correct her, because it wasn’t her fault. Eventually, she bit less.

[@louisecallanta5968]

I’m so sorry that happened to your baby. That makes me sad.

[@leeatkin9925]

That is horrible! I would have sued that vet and/or found a new one.

[@Tropicalpisces]

I would sue!

[@twinklemarierose106]

I would've gone ballistic....

[@cristinagarcia5293]

I'm so sorry that your cat went thru this. So if you trim the cat's nails, is this ok? My son just got two kittens, we are new to being cat owners. So any advice helps.

[@timsawyer9231]

I was so happy when New York said "No more declawing cats!" My father always declawed every cat we had when I was growing up, I hated it. I moved back in with the parents when I was younger, brought my cat with me, I didn't even have him neutered, he had never sprayed and he was an indoor cat, so I left him "complete" haha Shortly after I returned home, my cat made the mistake of stretching out on my fathers speakers, next thing I knew he was declawed and neutered. I was livid, I wasn't asked, I wasn't told of the behavior, I just came home one day and there was Grover mangled... He had such big beautiful claws/paws too.. After that he got fat and lazy. Was never the same cat. Still awesome, but not the same. He recently died, made it to 17. Good run old boy.

[@rgggxo]

I would never speak to my parent ever again if they did this.

[@thegreenrenegade7759]

Thats completely out of line...

[@duck2659]

yea like not even asking@@rgggxo

[@abissiniank]

it would be a good bye forever for me. Out of the door never turning back.

[@catherinewilliams3850]

I would have disowned them!

[@Nothingtea]

The "don't force interaction" tip makes me think of seeing a friend while walking on a street. It's alright to invite them over to your place to hangout if you see them randomly, but don't grab your friend and stuff them into your car

[@ArielManxx]

makes me think of seeing distant elder relatives that always grab you on the cheek and give you and slimy peck😮‍💨

[@pineapplegirl8078]

I’m dying with this visual in my head 😂😂😂😂

[@rainbow_vader]

Friend 1: hey wanna hang out? Friend 2: I'd love to but I'm kinda busy and- Friend 1: **does a kidnapping**

[@murphie_4559]

😭😭

[@trixiecox6433]

My besty used to magically appear at 5am and perform a kidnapping - she'd literally put clothes on me and drag me out for an adventure like a nature hike at some distant waterfall ... Kidnapping can be fun O_O Edit: I mean DRAG me out. 4'10" tiny lil thing, deceptively strong 🤣

[@Sarah-bd1pf]

I’m a vet, and I’m going to start recommending this video to my new cat parent clients. This is gold. Thank you for your services to cats, my good sir.

[@dianeflanary1962]

Awesome! All vets should do this!

[@theflippantfox]

Copy the link and put it in a QR code and ask your clients to scan it

[@benshiffman7765]

Yup exactly I’m gonna start doing the same

[@annauriel259]

All for this! BUT! What about a harness when you take your cat outside? Yes, harnesses are less covering than most “costumes”, but is there much of a difference to the cat?

[@BlacksmithTWD]

@@annauriel259 There is quite some difference yes, as you mentioned it is less covering and for some cats it also means being able to go outside.

[@taeriefaerie]

From the moment I found out exactly what de-clawing actually is, I started to tell everyone! Anyone that has a pet, talks about pets, or even when I am just gushing about my cat, I tell them that it isn't just permanently pulling out the claws! It is literally removing the ends of their fingers essentially. You have no idea how many people had NO CLUE!

[@alinevega7021]

You know, declawing is fortunately not even a thing in my country (at least not to my knowledge), yet I too think it is vital that this kind of information is out there in order to protect our tiny ones. I mean, why would someone ever want to hurt their cat so terribly?

[@QuietChaos1996]

​@@alinevega7021 People who don't understand cats and group all cats together under the same "personality," so to speak. My cat is such a sweetheart. He always loves to meow for my attention and loves on me all the time. He rarely [note I never said he "never"] jumps up onto countertops and tables and such. We have windowsills low enough for him to jump on. He also has his own little space, away from dogs, to eat his food in peace.

[@Naophae_UK]

Same here! At first I had completely misunderstood what it was (for some reason, I pictured it as some kind of "deep manicure", like the vet cutting the claws really short so that it had to be done every 1-2 months or so?). And then I looked it up and realised what it *really* was and I as all EEEEEEWWW NOOOOOOO !!! It's illegal in the UK anyway, fortunately.

[@taeriefaerie]

Yeah, I feel bad enuf when I trim my kitten's claws and she struggles to climb for a few hours cuz she is used to having razor blades on her paws! It's really not hard to trim them and anyone who is too lazy to trim them just shouldn't have a cat!

[@mortician403]

Who came up with this stupid idea? That’s what I wonder. Also veterinarians who do this should lose their licenses. The length the people would go for money.

[@WhoTFisThisPerson]

My boy Kermit (in profile photo) is 17 years old and I feel sad reading these comments about declawing for a different reason. 17 years ago, when he was a kitten, I got him (front) declawed. I thought that since he was still very young that he'd easily adjust and never miss them. While this is true and he's always been an amazingly good and happy indoor boy, I'VE changed and will NEVER do this to another cat. I feel bad about his super small front paws in comparison to his big back paws. I feel bad when other cat lovers meet him for the first time and notice he's front declawed. Some even say something to try and make me feel bad or just turn colder toward me, and even though I told the local cat adoption agency that I will never do it again, they rudely denied me when I tried to adopt a kitten friend for him so he's not lonely when I work. I don't know how to explain that I already feel like sh*t and it would be nice if I could be given another chance -- because if I could do it all over again, I wouldn't have. People do change, grow up, and become less ignorant if they want to. Why condemn someone who loves all cats forever because they didn't know how inhumane it was over a decade and a half ago? If I could put Kermit's knuckles back on, I would, but I can't and I'm sorry. I just needed to say this here, even if people reply with more hate. Thank you for reading.

[@marcellaleeper6368]

I'm so sorry, declawing wasn't very well known for being so awful years ago. You learned, that's what life is about and many people who chose to declaw years ago have since reformed

[@claudiagarrett]

You didn’t know better. When we know better we do better. It’s time to forgive yourself. Make it your mission to educate others. If someone judges you harshly after you admit a mistake they may not be a good investment. 😻

[@mommyanddaddy]

Aww! I can tell you’re very apologetic. I’m sorry they won’t let you get another cat. Have you tried taking in a stray?

[@GrannySweets]

Hello Dear, please consider my message for Kermit and you. 🙀😿🙀😿🙀😿🙀😿🙀😿🙀 Kermit at 17yo will likely do better with a senior cat. Think about this; YOU'RE 80yo and someone suddenly leaves a 3 month old infant with you claiming that the best ever for you is to spend all of the rest of your life caring for it and as they're leaving they smile brightly and say, "Have fun!" 😳😱😳 no No NO! 😳😱😳 IF Kermit wants a companion please make it a healthy senior cat. If the shelter won't work with you then talk with your vet. There may know of a senior cat in need of a home. I'd not then meet with a private cat rescue organization, tell them your story and ask them for help. Personally I find the shelters attitude horrid! If they won't support learning then they are at fault. 😊❤🎉

[@strat4096]

​@@GrannySweets 100%. I made this mistake and brought a kitten in with an already 12 year old resident cat. Whilst the kitten was all in, my much older Frankie was not and they never fully bonded. I lost my beautiful Frankie 5 days(age 14 yrs) ago and am obviously devastated and having Zippy here has REALLY helped with the grieving process and routines have stayed the same. But yes, an older cat would have suited Frankie better. I miss you beautiful Frankie, so so much. ❤

[@Rach_M]

I'm still always mortified to hear that de-clawing is even legal anywhere. In Australia this has been illegal for ages. De-clawing outside of medical reasons just seems unthinkable. I really do think that if you are not prepared to work around the species you're bringing into your home, then don't do it. I have 3 Burmese and have found this isn't a problem. I trim their claws regularly and provide many other options for them to claw on. It'll be great to see some more progression towards more respect for animals and their adorable ways that cause us to love them. In Australia, there is no ear trimming, tail docking or de-barking of dogs either - c'mon guys, we can do better for our fur family.

[@magnarcreed3801]

I know right. If it wasn’t such a shit place otherwise I’d love to go.

[@resourcedragon]

@@magnarcreed3801: Another Australian here - Australia is not a shit place. If you've been told that it is then you've been fed propaganda. As Rachel pointed out, there is a number of procedures that are not good for domestic animals that are banned in Australia. You might like to consider the idea that some of the other rules and regulations in Australia come from a similar mindset and they're not so bad. I'm not saying we get everything right in Australia all the time - but, for starters, we don't have people missing out on medical treatment because they are poor. We aren't in danger of having theocracy imposed upon us. The death penalty has been abolished both at federal and state levels. We have many, many less gun death per capita than you do. (I'm assuming you are in the US, my apologies if you are not.) In fact, the better access to health care and the comparative scarcity of guns both contribute towards us having a greater life expectancy than people in the US. Our minimum wage is higher than yours and people who are employed on a permanent basis (as opposed to casual) have access to 4 weeks of paid leave per year and two weeks of paid sick leave.

[@magnarcreed3801]

@@resourcedragon Yeah but y’all also got lots of weird talking dom shit. Like deadly small critters, half of the place at least is desert which wouldn’t work for me, weird porn laws going on that don’t make sense, and dumb gun and dog breed laws. So definitely a shit place by my standards. For sure has some great features don’t get me wrong. But not as many negative ones to me.

[@julianwriter5583]

I completely agree! It's still hard to believe that declawing was just made illegal in Maryland a few months ago. I have three cats and the older two that belong to my mother are declawed. They don't experience any pain and seem happy as far as we can tell, but who knows how much happier they'd be if their bodies had been left alone. The third cat, who's mine has her claws and she's had NO problems with scratching since I brought her home. Whenever I ask my mother if she regrets getting the other two declawed after seeing that mine hasn't destroyed anything, she doesn't give a damn at all and it's absolutely insane. Like at the very least admit it was unnecessary. I don't get how people can mutilate their pets' bodies without even a second thought.

[@MoMo-ee9zs]

@@resourcedragon another Aussie here, and agree with all you said, and I have 2 cats and I honestly just first time heard of declawing, I'm kinda scared to even google it! And clearly your effort in a logical explanation to reply to that numb brain was pointless bcoz they think porn laws and declawing are more important to them and also picture our country to be that we have red back spiders n other deadly critters just crawling all over our desert homes! LoL! God bless! ❤️😻

[@beclosbird8398]

I'm Swedish, where it is illegal to declaw cats, and I had never even heard of the word "declaw" until I started watching content from the US. It's absolutely horrifying and, just like docking the ears and tails of dogs, unnatural and ruins their options of communication, leaving almost only aggressive outcomes.

[@michaelward9880]

I'm glad Sweden is more considerate of cats than the selfish materialistic people who want to declare cats to preserve their "things". If you love material possessions more than a living being, DON'T GET A CAT!

[@vickieclark5931]

@@michaelward9880 100% agree.

[@ghostface8671]

Right?! I'm from Australia and didn't know declawing was a thing until I learned about it from an American housemate. I was horrified! And she said she never understood that it was wrong until whe left the US and learned that isn't the norm. It's crazy

[@michaelward9880]

@@ghostface8671 It seems some of my fellow Americans have distorted priorities. I've said it before and I'll say it again. If you are that materialistic that you fear a cat will ruin your "things", DON'T GET A CAT! PLEASE!

[@minagica]

@@kimpierce6292 weren't a bunch of dog breeds with genetic issues developed in Europe?

[@MZ-zg1to]

My cat's name is Chester and when he said "no matter how cute Chester is sitting there" I felt that. I really did.

[@hoiabaciufan]

What's his favourite Linkin Park song title?

[@mehjabeenshaikh4256]

Lolll 😂😂😂😂😂

[@user-rw6sb8rl1h]

All Chester's are adorable

[@Saturn.Gachaa]

I had a cat named Chester, he passed in December of 2021. He’s resting peacefully in our backyard and I visit him everyday ❤

[@Puchhuuu]

I am a tiny bit proud as a first time cat mom to say that I do NONE of these to my babies and the way they knead on me while I'm lying down, purring all the while and the way they chirp as soon as they see me...Tells me I am making my home a happy and safe space for them😊

[@tufalike1796]

when declawing is the subject I always tell people this: "sooooo, then you think it's OK for dogs to have all their teeth pulled because they might bite??!" Cats need scratching places and dogs need chewing toys, it's that simple, just respect the animal.

[@masaiito8531]

I am against it too for all of the above reasons. Another point I always state is, even tho my cat is an indoor, if they happen to get out….They have no way to defend themselves. I wish it was illegal.

[@nekomataumbreon]

My grandma also thinks teeth pulling is okay. I fucking hate her.

[@leonro]

@@masaiito8531 They'll still have the teeth, but that's a major disadvantage if they get into conflict with another cat, a dog, or something else. I sort of have a cat (a stray that just popped up in my courtyard, he's mostly staying here these days; I should get him to the vet sometime) and I never even considered trimming his claws because he might get into a scuffle with other cats around town, or even in my courtyard with other visiting strays. Well, declawing isn't a thing here in Europe at least, so that has never been on the table.

[@pepehorhae]

i would've asked them "what if I removed your head since you aren't using your brain for proper reasoning?"

[@blaynegreiner9365]

Or maybe you could actually explain what it entails like a normal person...you aren't likely to change someone's mind if they don't actually know what is being done to the cat.

[@HaveAHollyDayArts]

I saw a cat up for adoption in a store and I happily played with his outstretched paws for a bit and I thought he was declawed since he batted my fingers with soft toe beans. I realized though he still had his claws! Cats know when is the right times, and this sweetie was happy and intact :)

[@deniseg812]

That's right. I swear my cat pets me back.

[@KirstenMarie_MS3]

Depends on the cat. My rescue doesn't seem to understand that he has daggers on the ends of his paws. But he was not properly socialized as a kitten. And he refuses to leave the soft paws claw caps alone. So it's a bit of a work in progress. But no matter how many times I end up with claws in my back, I still refuse to even consider declawing. It absolutely kills me that it was once common place and we did it to past cats.

[@fibotron85]

My car would just gently strike my face with her paw and kept the claws at bay. They def know. She never scratched me at any point. She was the best.

[@bilbobaggins7527]

My cat Sarah, who passed away 10 years ago, used to slap my youngest when she was a toddler. When ever Sarah had enough of my daughter or my daughter got too rough, Sarah would just slap her...but no claws, ever!!! I missed Sarah so much after she was gone that I only just got 2 more cats earlier this year... and they showed me how much I missed having a cat. Our cats were rescued cats and the one hated being picked up, so my now 16 yr old daughter was concerned they would not be affectionate... I assured her that with love and time they would come around to wanting affection... now the one that hated being picked up, cannot get enough affection...he loves it...to the point he is constantly coming to one of us for some love and affection. I have never had a cat or a dog who has not loved affection. I have to say though, these two are a lot rougher when playing than Sarah was... I think because they are used to playing with each other whereas Sarah was my only cat at the time...and these two can really go at it with each other sometimes. LOL

[@Milli2X]

Cats are smart and know when to use the claws and when to be gentle, love them and treat them right and you’ll have a furry friend for life

[@junelawrimore9567]

I value my cats way more than ALL my furniture and most of my family😅

[@MelodiousHeart1]

I do, too.

[@Julescr80]

Same here 😄

[@likaangel8302]

😂👍❤️

[@elscracco7750]

Me too. My sofa is a disaster but my cat is sooooo happy and so am I ❤😂

[@deenaashmore8294]

😂

[@joleenphillips2415]

I had to correct my daughter on #3. I told her that her boy doesn't understand and it only makes him lose trust with her. If he scratches something, move a scratch post in front of it. If he's biting, turn away from him and wait until he settles down to play again... or use a wand toy so your hands are not close to him.

[@cupman1989]

As a non-native English speaker, when I first saw the word "declaw", I thought it was just another way to say cutting nails. But as Jackson expains it later, and I googled it, and I was like WTF? Why would anyone do that to their cat?!

[@joannebutcher860]

Cupman Shin* Declawing is not usually something we do in the UK, it seems to be an American idea. Crazy.

[@alvaroakatico9188]

Brings in good money to a Veterinarian that is willing to do the procedure, especially in the USA. Disgusting 🤮

[@solidstate9451]

Imagine you love your sofa more than your cat...

[@Dragoon91786]

My family has been saying this for decades. It boggles my mind how selfish people can be. The moment the conversation becomes, "But then I…" you have put yourself before the pet. Given how much more power you have over them, that's unethical in the extreme. Likewise, cats scratch primarily to control the length/sharpness of their claws/nails. If they are clawing your furniture, then perhaps you haven't given them adequate protection.

[@AfterArtist]

I’m actually super impressed and proud of myself for not doing any of these, my cats repay me with love, trust and throw up on my carpet, truly a blessing

[@cattymajiv]

It's the EASIEST thing in the world to clip cats' claws once you learn how! It only takes 1 minute to do all 10 claws.

[@Elizabeth-yg2mg]

The throw up is a sacred emanation. Thank you for being good to your kitties!

[@hondahirny]

Ahh cat vomit. A substance of the gods 😂

[@nairobiyussef]

It doesn't matter where they are made. It depends on artisans and quality inspection. My family and I have bought 2

[@UglyBrownGirlDiary]

Screaming😂

[@kimberlyx4060]

Thank You! Back 25 years ago, my Vet just declawed the front paws. I picked him up, I was crying. I never did it again. I now clip or gently file. We make a relaxed experience. I’ve learned so much from you! Our new boy gets to experience what we learned.

[@judithbarnes4905]

Bless you, Jackson for being cats' advocates! And educating us!

[@glorious_conqueror2021]

We received an adult male cat who was declawed and I tell you it was a horrible experience to witness for the 9 years we had coconut. Our other cats went about their daily routine and watching coconut struggle on the scratch pad and even catching a bug was difficult. DONT DECLAW YOUR CAT! Please 😢

[@Glocky_Recoilz0sk]

⁠@@theoneandonly4464 you’re hilarious

[@MJayyyS]

@@Glocky_Recoilz0sk how is that hilarious? it's a very sad thing. there was 2 cats in my family that were declawed, and one was fine, but the other one was rude to everyone. they would both always run away and hide. declawing a cat is the WORST thing you can do to a cat. the fact you're in this videos comments saying that something sad is "hilarious", then you obviously are a child and don't understand that cats deserve the same amount of love and respect a dog would get.

[@keef78]

oh Dear lord, the poor guy, how did that become a thing? I get Americans want everything but to do that just to save ya couch is the height of arrogance, id never even heard of it until this dude mentioned it.

[@kitsofthekats7040]

yeah, i mean imagine losing YOUR knuckles! a claw is just a retractable part of their paws! it may be similar to our fingernails, but the way its attached is actually more similar to the finger past the knuckle.

[@toniu5417]

That poor baby ;_;

[@postaldee68]

My friend had a cat that wouldn't let anyone touch him. When I visited I would greet him by name but never tried to touch him. I'll never forget the look on my friends face when she walked back into the room and he was letting me pet him. You definitely have to let the cat come to you in their own time. ❤️

[@scottw6704]

I had the same experience with someone I dated - he had four cats and one of them refused to let anyone but the owner touch him, until I came along. I knew to sit very quietly and just watch - not to reach out and pet - and wait until their curiosity brought them over to me. When my date came back from the kitchen, his jaw dropped because Finley (the cat in question) was happily sitting in my lap and rubbing against my hand to get attention.

[@insufferablethrashelitist9305]

Yep, true. Same here. Also offering your hand to them so they can sniff you out until they decide to trust you before trying to pet them. My friend's cat jumped into my lap and purred and their jaws dropped because that cat supposedly doesn't like anyone. I just knew how to 'talk' to him first.

[@TheLiquidheat2643]

Yeah it's so funny how I go into homeowners houses and they tell me that my cat's not friendly they won't come up to anyone and I just look at them close my eyes and make a sound with my mouth and they come right up to me but I never ever move towards them I always let them control the situation it works 90% of the time

[@donnathone4773]

Wow, decloring a bit extreme. I never even heard of that. We do live in Australia 🇦🇺 so I'm super glad we are a country that doesn't allow this practice 😀 Thank you for your information. I appreciate it.

[@ScubaStephen]

I don't think you meant to, but that's exactly how Australians would pronounce clawing. "Cloring" 😂😂😂

[@angelica439]

i found out about declawing a few years ago and i was completely shocked that it even exists. It must be illegal in my county because I had never heard of it before

[@EcIendo]

same, it got stuck in my mind and shocked me too.

[@christianorocio2547]

It’s just declawing bro

[@nancysmith2874]

@@christianorocio2547it’s cutting off their paws

[@christianorocio2547]

@@nancysmith2874 no. Cutting off their paws is cutting off their paws, stop overexaggerating

[@terrijones7279]

I remember almost 30 years ago our vet tried to convince my parents to have our cat de-clawed, my parents basically dropped the f-bomb on the vet and took our cat and walked out of his office. They started taking our animals to a new vet after that. My parents logic besides the whole cruelty issue was that our cat would have been left defenseless.

[@wind-born2581]

Your parents are awesome.

[@resourcedragon]

Your parents were right on the money!

[@becky_1919]

I love your parents😻🥰

[@casebased8391]

Some vets really are disgusting. They care about a quick buck over the well-being of an animal

[@juttapopp1869]

Great parents!

[@loke2534]

I'm from Denmark, one of the countries where it's illegal, and I was HORRIFIED when I found out what declawing was. It's horrible and I don't get how it's still still legal in many places. A simple way to put it? If you don't want to deal with an animal with claws, don't get an animal with claws.

[@chestertrille]

Ditto - from DK as well and was terrified about the thought.

[@christineglatts7092]

Yes it is horrible! I am such an advocate for this practice to be banned!

[@MiniiCitrus]

To be fair, what I've found after discussing it with people that did it or were thinking about it is that so many have no clue exactly what it is, and even worse, their VETS do nothing to educate them! People think it's "just" like a permanent nail trim (which would still not be okay but I can kind of understand) and are sickened when they learn it's like cutting off the end of our own fingers. There's no excusing the ignorance because these cat owners should be researching this well in the first place (which is how I learned how terrible declawing is), but our vets need to do better also. I feel like a lot of the requests would stop right there if it was explained in a way people could comprehend.

[@mc-lb9dk]

why not cut their legs altogether? How cruel and stupid it is to declaw cats. Never heard of it but in a land of waterboarding it sounds more or less normal

[@MarySpain1958]

Sadly in USA some places it is illegal but different states have differnt laws. At some senior living apts they only allow cats IF declawed. Shameful and should not be allowed.

[@dykevader01]

I was raised by a very angry father. I used to threaten my cat by yelling and chucking my slipper at her. I'm so sorry to her. Now I speak in a tone that's assertive but fair and II think she gets it. We developed other effective things too like picking her up and placing things back that tought her to never throw things off.

[@MBheARTed]

Yes **please** never declaw your cat! My cat was basically feral when first rescued and i have plenty of scars from her, BUT shes lived with me for years now and is super sweet! She hates getting them trimmed but at least she is whole 💓

[@hannahjones5196]

About the declawing, I fought so hard to get my Cinna to not be declawed by my parents when I was in middle school. I highly suggest talking to your parents when they want to declaw your new kitten. I talked them out of it with good arguments and facts about how much it damages your cats. I’m a college graduate now and my kitten has gotten to enjoy his claws and no arthritis for years :)

[@mrscruffles801]

This exactly why I hate parents. They don't listen to reason. They want everything done their way.

[@ChrisAsh21]

@@mrscruffles801 OP said their parents DID listen. Sorry to hear your parents were awful :(

[@mrscruffles801]

@@ChrisAsh21 Sorry I was in kind of a bad mood when I wrote that. They're not that bad.

[@ChrisAsh21]

@@mrscruffles801 ah I see. Glad to hear that♡♡

[@mrscruffles801]

@@ChrisAsh21 I can't stand people who think it's necessary to declaw or neuter. Animals deserve rights to all the bodily functions they come with.

[@vintermane_2728]

I’m a vet tech and very thankful I work at a vet that doesn’t really do declaws. The precious clinic I worked for years ago we did SO many and consequently, those cats come back their next visit angry and with complaints from the owner of behavioral issues. We’ve also done quite a few “revisions” where the cat came in painful and there were claws growing under the skin from that declaw surgery done years ago. I really wish the US would ban it!

[@united_kaos]

@@evandonaldson7242what?

[@elenikiroy]

​@@evandonaldson7242 Lair?

[@CruzCrafter]

​@@evandonaldson7242 bro what why are you taking it so personal 💀

[@jamiejavens1186]

How would you feel if your nails were cut off!

[@enakoracexsofranac4290]

​@@jamiejavens1186not only cut, taken away completely... No nails at all!!! Horrible And people aren't actually needing their nails, but cats are! Not only for protection, but also balance, play, or just simply to scratch themselves... Imagine you have an itchy spot and no way to scratch it!!!

[@daviddjpearl]

My last adoption organization required adopters to sign a contract prior to taking ownership. As a lifetime cat owner, complying wasn't even a consideration, however there were two points that stood out to me. The first was that the cat was to be indoors-only. The second, and far more important in my eyes, was the cat should never be declawed. Again, neither of these points required any contemplation, but I was very pleased that this was emphasized nonetheless.

[@markdomenie5453]

Wow I never even heard of declawing cats (I'm from The Netherlands). That's crazy really. I'm surprised that it's not banned in the US and Canada.

[@ericabertagnoli5469]

It is now in recent years but prior it a basically up to the vet. I know most places in the world it’s banned.

[@TheMonchesta]

Its, ban in the province of Quebec in Canada, not sure of the rest of Canada, I cut it instead and it really easy if you do it from the kitten

[@kimwestra2961]

We got our first cat about 6 years and I mentioned to my dear cat loving friend that I wanted to declaw my new kitten and she strongly suggested not to and sent me your way. I’m happy to say we now have 2 cats that we love dearly. I’m grateful for my cat loving friend for telling me about your channel. Thank you, it truly is about educating the public.

[@hoodedraven1181]

I just want to say thank you for educating yourself and accepting to be told that declawing is wrong. Many people hate being told "hey, no, you're very wrong with that", it's great to see that there are still some people with common sense and that aren't overtaken by their own ego.

[@gwynethorr7879]

Yay! This is great to hear :) thanks for being willing to listen!

[@T-roc57]

They're defenseless without their front claws & they get very demoralized not having them.

[@ArchernAce]

No declawing.

[@EvanNeedsTherapy]

I plan to get a cat in college and my parents won’t let me have one if I don’t declaw them. I’m literally just not going to go home, I can’t do that to a cat

[@IluvGackto]

Wow. I'm from Germany and never realised what declaw really means. I thought it was just trimming and not complete removal of the claws - really sick. Absolutely disgusting and nobody should get a cat who does this. It's an animal with claws and teeth, if that's not your thing get a snail.

[@aleewoolley]

Agreed. I have a kitten (in the USA) and can’t imagine de-clawing her. I give her plenty of other scratching options and have taught her to use those instead of furniture. No problem!

[@KlirrenDieFahnen]

Same here, and I am in The Netherlands. Was shocked to hear about such a procedure even existing somewhere in the world.

[@pierdzioszek]

Same in Poland, when I first heard the term 'declaw' I thought it was just a regular claw-trimming or something. Fortunately it's illegal here to declaw and I think it's the same in the most of the Europe. I can't even imagine how can someone choose some stupid furniture over the health and well-being of their pet.

[@certifiedicecreamtruckmoment]

Snails have teeth

[@EshAlexa]

@@certifiedicecreamtruckmoment I'm dying laughing 😂 😂

[@marlowemarlowe4893]

7:24 I have to disagree about not yelling at your cat. If my cat is scratching my sofa I think it makes sense to yell at it and shoo it away. What am I supposed to do? Just let it scratch my sofa! Now - after lots of yelling - my cat never scratches my sofa whilst I'm there. He always waits until I've left the room!

[@hayleyl1881]

My cat seems to enjoy having a jacket or sweater on 😂 But we also go for walks on the leash and if its cold out, he likes his jacket. He purrs when getting dressed and ready to go for a walk.

[@leeatkin9925]

I use to have a cat that went for walks with me. I miss that time we spent together. My current cats just fall over and tell them they broke-e-did wen I put the harness on them. LOL

[@chubssims1978]

Same have been harness training my cat since probably 2-3 months and he also loves his little jumper, looks a bit awkward cause he’s very fluffy

[@misskitty7235]

I know dogs are different than cats but I had people tell me I shouldn’t dress the little fluff ball up but she loves a knitted jumper and when you take it off her in the morning (she sleeps in it) she will try and make you put it back I think we should automatically judge people

[@user-et9cf3ws2v]

My cat is also harness trained. Tbf, we had it really easy as there was no flopping or refusing to walk in it lol. Straight away, she was ready to go out, but she was 10 weeks old, which probably made it easier. She also wears a jacket in winter. We’re Uk, but because of the humidity/constant dampness, it gets in your bones cold. We just got her a warmer one, and now she wants walkies all day 😂 She goes to the box where it’s kept and sniffs at it and meows, so I pick it up and she goes to the back door and waits to have it put on along with her harness. Where I live there’s a lot of indoor/outdoor cats, but you don’t see any of them in winter, so I know it’s too cold

[@bunbunnybunbunbunnybae9587]

Cat by cat basis but id say yeah you can tell if they don't like something pretty quick.

[@saltymcnuggies1895]

My old lady was deemed very antisocial and prone to aggression. She trusts us so much she never scratches and bites us unless by accident (she shakes her paws real quick to retract her claws as if apologizing), we respect her boundaries and learnt to read her facial expressions and movements that tell us she doesn't want to interact, so she doesn't feel like showing her boundaries no more. Love that little old cuddlebug

[@izzyjones7108]

❤ it isn't rocket science. Just pay attention to them. And they are extremely expressive. From their ears..tail, face. (^ & I don't mean this for you, sounds like you know what's up).

[@0Jenna7]

I'm glad she found a loving home in her golden years.

[@traceyrhodes5088]

I have an 8 year old MC mix that was abused for the first 10 months of his life, so when I rescued him he sprayed everywhere and bit and scratched and was just so sad to watch. I watched his reactions to people and things and adjusted my behavior not his and we have the best most loving relationship ever. No spraying,no biting,no scratches he’s wonderful and is my best friend.

[@imhungry2387]

Is your old lady your mom? Your wife all you said was old lady. I just assumed that your wife

[@maywu4947]

​@@traceyrhodes5088😊

[@bsteven885]

For anyone confused about #1, Declawing is AMPUTATION -- imagine if someone amputated all your fingers at the first joint...

[@therabbithat]

Disagree. Cats deal really well with amputation. I've observed amputations, (STOP READING here if under 18 or untreated PTSD): the vet doesn't just pull on the leg until it tears off.

[@kellycowley3535]

@@therabbithat People might 'deal really well' with amputation as well but that doesn't mean we should be chopping hands off of people left right and center because 'they might ruin my couch' or 'they'll tear down the wallpaper'.

[@imamountainheadtoo]

@@therabbithat Dude, no. One of my cats is a tripod (NOT declawed), we had to have 1 of his entire rear legs amputated to due to an injury. He's coping well 3 years later with only 3 legs, but it is absolutely still a disability and I see him struggle every day as a tripod. Declawing IS amputation, just not in the same way that say, having an injured leg amputated by the vet would be. Declawing is dangerous, harmful, and debilitating, and should NEVER, EVER be done to a cat. Period.

[@cupcake_imposter4653]

I maintain anyone who declaws their cat should also have all their first knuckles removed and given no accommodation for it as difficulties arise from it

[@yaoguai8459]

Imagine if someone removed your sexual organs. I truly don't understand folks who are firmly against declawing but turn a blind eye to sterilization.

[@alexcozart3625]

My poor baby(17 years old) was declawed before we got her. It was very sad and she's only 5.6 pounds. She is the kindest little thing. She trusts me so much. Her name is Daisy but I call her my little 5-pound bag of potatoes. She currently lying on my bed, and more than 4 to 5 times a day she'll come up to me and just lay in my lap wanting attention and to be pet. I can't say no to her pretty much begging for attention. She likes to hang out in my room all day(I still live with my mom for now) she has a litter box, food, and water accessible to her in my bedroom in case she doesn't want to come out that day. I let her out of my room when I either go to my dad's or I go to school so that she can get some time to socialize with my other 2 cats. She's the newest addition to our family we rescued her in late December 2022. And she has been in my room for about 8 months. She loves hanging out with me even when I'm in the kitchen making dinner for myself. I will pet her but not give her any of my food because lots of the time I eat food that she can't eat because of her sensitie stomach. Lately, she's been having some problems neurological(that's what I think at least. I've been taking a class in my senior year of high school to get some college credits so I can become a veterinarian.) And I don't know how much longer she'll be with us. She is my little buddy. And i can't risk losing her. So I'm planning on getting a job at my local vet clinic so I can do 2 different things. A) so I can bring her to a vet that I can know and trust that my baby will be safe with and B) so I can afford to go to veterinary school after I get my general college education finished. I'm really hoping that my local vet can figure out what's wrong with her and we can help her. She is really old and in reality, we don't know how much longer she'll be with us. I'm hoping she has at least 3 more years left. I know it's a stretch but I want her i be there for me while I'm going through community college. But I also don't want her to suffer. If she passed away. I know shell be safe over the Rainbow Bridge with all of my other pets who have crossed over into the afterlife. I honestly don't know how this went from me talking about how my poor Daisy was declawed to me talking about her numbered days but I guess it was something I really needed to get off my chest. If you've made it this far into reading this, thank you for listening to a high school rant about their beloved elderly cat.

[@sassyjintheuk]

Really fun and helpful information. Thank you. It opened my eyes to a couple of things that I need to change straight away. Happy New Year! To you and 😺your loved ones.😊💕

[@RobinByron]

Sabot, my 14 y.o. MaineCoon, had his front claws removed sometime in his early life. I'm the fourth caregiver Sabot has had and I see every day the disabilities he's lived with. Fortunately, Sabot is very intelligent and has managed to improvise for the loss and has taught me enough of his language to better assist him. He cant climb a tree but he can jump like a tiger. He's a good boy and I love him! *Updated - 11/7/22 - Sabot died in his sleep this morning. He was two months shy of 15 years of age. He was very much loved.

[@mlem6951]

People are so short-sighted. Hey let us declaw our cat so he don't scratches our stuff. Oh no, now he is so aggressive and/or pees everywhere and misbehaves or just don't moves at all, we need to give im away we can not longer stand this stupid cat. I'm so happy that he now has a great home >

[@kristinestahl1526]

So glad Sabot found you to love & care for him. I still don’t understand declawing. That is maiming an animal for the sake of human callousness & selfishness.

[@katsumiskytower8714]

mainecoons are such good cats! mines about 10 years old and he's so big!!! had him since birth :)

[@annabaeee]

im so sorry to hear that :(( it always makes me incredibly sad and upset when animals' past owners have been abusive towards them. at least now he has an owner who genuinely loves and cares for him. you're an incredible human being for giving this cat a safe home and i hope you get to spend many more years with him!! much love ❤

[@Blynat]

I have a cat that was declawed before I owned her, and she had managed to use here pads like finger tips and can open drawers and cabinets. She has adapted well but I would never do that to a cat my self and I would be fine with it being outlawed.

[@MatsuyoRific]

I actually convinced my landlord to change their policies about requiring tenants to declaw their cats. They told me their policy when we were interviewing, and I told them about all the stuff I've seen on your show about what can happen when you declaw a cat. I also told them about everything I do to keep his nails trimmed, and how he hadn't scratched up anything in our old place. They allowed it, and I moved in without issues. I ended up having to move out, but then I moved back(long story). I brought it up and they said they no longer had that policy. It was a different person, and they actually hadn't even heard about the policy before.

[@tmiicon2925]

Thats actually very awesome...thanks for sharing...I'm not some anti-declaw activist or anything but if you were able to affect a change that helps improve your community a real estate business no less) even that much to allow households the choice to be more accepting of their pets physiology and behaviors without radical alterations I'd say thats a win/win for all. Ultimately the animals well being is more valuable than any furniture or wall trimming anyway. As for the health and safety of other pets and living things who may have to encounter the clawed cat...well thats the responsibility of the pets keeper and the community's leaders to assess what steps are necessary imo.

[@susansilver6715]

Great work! Spreading awareness, especially in a situation where you need a place to live, is amazing! Thank you!!!

[@Nancy-hm9qh]

Get a Dr, vet letter saying you cannot declaw your cat, it's a therapy cat. DESANTIS suppose to make a law to stop this with homes you can't have animals. Not right. That's why so many ferals. Dogs too. God bless 🙌 🙏 all these strays. I tried to get animal control to help pick up pit bull that couldn't walk. Poor baby. I had to say I'll call media if you don't come, help this dog. He came. He dragged her with leash, I said that off her now. I picked her up, put her in truck, said this blanket goes with her. She was sweet. How people raise animals. Get tired of them, drop them off. 🙏🙏 for all.

[@Nancy-hm9qh]

Happy ending

[@lbamm]

MAN!! I had to put up signs all over the house to keep visitors from forced petting. Ava-Houdini only tolerates petting for about 5 seconds. Then she spins around and bites or scratches. Good site. We have been cat lovers for close to 50 years. All awesome. Ava-Houdini still freaks people out when we go for a walk in the park.

[@QuinnFreeman-xg3jt]

I could never declaw Beandip. What I found that worked (And I recommend this) when I'd see her scratching on leather furniture and stuff, I walked over, gently picked her up, and took her to her cat post. I micked the gesture of scratching the furniture. 6 years later, she's still using either her cat post or my wooden laundry basket. Of course she purrfurs the laundry basket but hey, still looks the same as when I got it

[@SiN88m]

My cat taught me everything about himself. Everytime I did something he didn't like, he gently pushed my hand away with his paw and gave me grumpy look😂

[@serinadelmar6012]

That is so cute! ❤

[@feliciaqueen8742]

That's Soo cute :)

[@zacharytripp2548]

Exactly. Irespect my cats and listen to their way of communicating.

[@lisar3944]

Hey - but you LISTENED. So many people don't, then wonder why their cat gets aggressive :/

[@chickadee317]

I had a shaky childhood and I got my cat in my early 30s and honestly, he taught me everything I know about boundaries. They're so confident about asserting themselves I admire it greatly.

[@steffi122]

I trim my cats claws from time to time and when you first started talking about declawing I thought this was what you talked about. I panicked. Everyone has told me that trimming their claws isn't hurtful as long as you only trim a little (never close to "the quick"). But I now understand that declawing is something entirely different. Never heard of it before, it's illegal in my country. As it should be.

[@redacted6447]

You’re going to hear a lot of confused people mixing up trimming with declawing so don’t pay anyone no mind. If your pet doesn’t explicitly show behavior regarding them getting hurt then don’t worry about it

[@brandonkennedy4160]

Really wish they would make it illegal in America already! It’s terrible.

[@ChinaSongsCollection]

I'm the same. I thought he was talking about trimming. Was wondering why trimming would hurt the cat. Declawing is evil. So horrible 😝

[@kristibemus2110]

@@brandonkennedy4160 They are STARTING to. Not fast enough, but it's beginning.

[@coastalhillbilly3419]

I only trimmed when they were kittens as they didn’t have control of retracting them but would never trim them now, what if the sneak out? Coyote bait.

[@ericabertagnoli5469]

My cat actually loves going to vet lol She gets in her carrier and everything. The vet and the techs think it’s hilarious but she’s their favorite because she’s easy. She’s really smart so I think she understands even though it’s not fun they are trying to help.

[@tara_27244]

My cat didn’t like the vet visit but no issue getting her into her carrier. She loves hers and sleeps in there sometimes. I think normalizing the carrier as one of their routine spaces helps.

[@rosanneplamondon3087]

Hi Jackson , I have listened to the section about not punishing your cat with a water bottle . You make some valid points. Can you provide a video of some healthier alternative methods, solutions to help your cat to stop unwanted behaviours like scratching on couch or climbing areas you dont want them to go . Im thinking perhaps a safe & healthy scent spray that deters them ? Or do you have other suggestions you can offer . Thank you !

[@BassMusicCompilations]

Great advice. Long ago, I had a tortoiseshell named Joker. She was definitely particular about petting. She would make a little sound that meant stop when she'd had enough. One time, a friend of a friend came over and she was allowing the petting. Then, she made her noise. I warned him to stop petting her or she would nip his hand. He ignored me and she nipped him. Then he complained that my cat bit him.

[@melodyclark4347]

Well he was a doof. 🙄

[@lori6037]

He should have listened to you.

[@douglasgriffiths3534]

You warned him. He didn't listen. He got what he deserved. (Jan Griffiths).

[@nunab3321]

sounds like your pets knew something about that friend of a friend😂

[@cathyheiney2667]

I bet your cat was just beautiful! 😍

[@erinmcdonald7781]

The squirt bottle thing backfired with my cats in a totally different way: they liked it. They realized it was like a little shower, a perfect way to jump start grooming. So, if I pulled out the water bottle, it would trigger the scratching so they'd get the squirts they wanted! 😹🍀

[@StompMom5]

Lol.... I tried it years ago with the fake Christmas tree. I never actually sprayed them, only near them but found out they actually liked it😂😂. Nothing actually worked with that tree including Oranges and orange peels they cuddled up to. So we lost the tree and settled for hanging all of our tree ornaments throughout the living room where the tree used to be. We're happy with that

[@macdadivali4862]

Same

[@piperbird7193]

Mine loved water and would get right into the shower with me. We tried the bottle when he was young, but he liked it. He used to jump up on the table and start to yowl to tell on himself in the hopes to get sprayed. 🙄 I miss that little goofball so much.

[@wrexvincent2192]

I had a cat that would 'nurse' from a squirty bottle. Made misting ferns interesting

[@novemberecho3807]

@@wrexvincent2192 now that is hilarious🤣😂

[@billycm8370]

So right on!!! Intelligent, researched, practical, bedded, helpful, objective and so glad you are getting the messages out there.. I’m a big fan… Purr

[@joannponsaa6070]

Thank you for informing cat owners of so many good things to do and not do for their pets. I especially think the cat declawing is one of the most important.

[@jackiew7281]

I had an ingrown toenail removed and some of my nail had to be cut too, the top of my toe hurt so bad anytime that exposed part was touched. I can't even begin to imagine what it's like for a cat who is declawed. Losing a part of one nail on one foot drove me nuts, I can't even imagine what it would be like for all of them to be gone. If you wouldn't want it done to you, dont do it to your pets.

[@chemistrykrang8065]

It's worse than that. Declawing is amputation of the first joint of each toe. It's not like removing somebody's fingernails (which would be bad enough!) it's literally like cutting off each finger at the first knuckle.

[@FlabbyTabby]

Yeah, that exposed skin is raw and sensitive. Best to cover with some kind of soothing bandage and cream.

[@strider_hiryu850]

i had my ingrown toenails removed months ago and cannot relate. it was a bit of a process the first couple weeks. but they're basically completely fine now. maybe you just had a bad surgeon?

[@JBenny2010]

@@chemistrykrang8065 , 😢…..horrible.

[@kdtfiles1]

there is a huge difference between removal of an ingrown toenail and declawing, I have ingrowns pulled all the time. Ingrown tonails cut the nail, maybe a little skin, but the joint/bone are left intact.... Declawing means cutting off the entire joint. It would be like cutting off the entire toe at the knuckle just to remove the ingrown toenail... it doesn't grow back. Imagine cutting off the end joint of all your fingers and toes, then be expected to return to a completely active life right away. Cats need to dig in a litter box, imagine digging in gritty cat litter with raw nubs at the end of each finger... or be expected to walk, run, jump, climb with open and raw nubs for toes... in no way are the two situations compareable.

[@rebeltreble1]

Never Declaw Club Here. My oldest cat HATED having his claws clipped, but he would let them grow long enough they curled and we HAD to clip them. He would make the worst noises when we tried to clip them (even our neighbors came over one day because they thought we were abusing him). We tried the thundershirts and a claw clip bag, but he still was so difficult about it. Even our vet tried to show us the "right way" but after him and three vet techs held our kitty down and managed to clip ONE claw, the vet just said "I think he is a candidate for declawing." Absolutely NOT. I worked with our kitty. I started by massaging his paws. He fought for a bit and then relaxed after a few months. Then I started extending his claws during the massages. Again, it took months until he didn't fight it. Then I start clipping one nail during the paw massages. Then two and so on, again for months. After a year or two, he is now very good about getting his claws clipped. Cats take patience. If you don't have patience, then don't own a cat.

[@Cernunnas]

Same here! I had a cat who absolutely did NOT like me clipping his claws and would fight tooth and nail (hah) when I tried. I did the same: expose him to me handling his claws very, very, veeeery slowly, doing just a tiny bit at a time. Then I started giving him treats while I'd handle his paws (once he didn't pull away immediately), and after maybe 3 or 4 months or so, I started clipping a claw or two every time. It worked really well and now he purrs as soon as I pick up the clippers, comes to me and starts rubbing against the clippers, although he's not even getting treats any more (it's been years!). And he was BAD!! I mean, he would even draw blood just to get away at first!!

[@benjalucian1515]

What did you do in the months in the meantime when his claws were so long?

[@kathystahler2040]

You need to find a new veterinarian,that vet sounds scary to take anything to! To suggest your cat was a candidate for declawing raises a warning sign to me! Glad to know you did not listen to him or her.

[@kittysakuraba1656]

Might get some hate for this.. But under normal, healthy circumstances I agree on the "don't declaw your cat", the only time it's really okay in my opinion is when there's a medical necessity for it. An example being we had a cat who yanked one of his claws enough that it was poking into the toe beside it. He was an indoor-outdoor cat, we only had the claw removed that he essentially declawed himself... Or so we thought, I think he grew the claw back after a few months. Then another cat kept getting really nasty infections in two of her toes/claws to the point she was turning mean. I don't think she was even a year old before we decided to remove only the problem claws.. After those claws were removed (the others she still has), she reverted back to being a sweetheart. So under normal conditions, I agree, don't declaw the kitty. But if it's a medical necessity? Do what's necessary.

[@justdev8965]

When a vet recommends declawing, their license should be taken down and have a lifetime ban on ever being a vet! Thaaaaaaat is a butcher, not a vet! That's why I have a very hard time believing that these "vets" give a shit about their patient! They don't. They only see dollar signs. That's a heartless human. How can she/he work as a vet is beyond me! And it makes me oh so very, very furious! Additionally, I strongly disagree on the patience thing! To go through that for 2 years is torture! Why did you put yourself through that, when with ANOTHER cat, you would not have to go through that! Your comment must at least state that "SOME cats require patience". Most do not! Most are alright and don't need the ludicrous, unfathomable stress that you put yourself through! When someone who doesn't have patience reads that, they will think, oh I can't get a cat, but that's not accurate at all. For that person can get along fine with most cats that are chill. But if you do meet one that isn't, yeah good luck, mission impossible!

[@Reactx7]

I've never heard of declawing a cat. At first I thought it meant to cut the top of the claw but never thought of actually removing the whole claw. Thats just evil and should be illegal.

[@imakilla4399]

Genuine question, Im about to get 2 kittens and i dont want to declaw them and talking to a vet they said there was a new method that doesnt remove the knuckle. They laser the nail bed preventing the growth of the nail. Its much more exspensive but they get to keep the knuckle. Do you think it would still be destructive to the mental health of my kittens? and should i just go along with trying to keep them scratching the post we bought?

[@StarlitOblivion]

I am far from a cat expert (just owned my first two cats this year), but since this has gone unanswered for the past month, I would like to try to offer my thoughts on this. Even though your vet says that this process is more safe (and it very well may be - I'm not a vet and I haven't read up on this nor studied it), many of the issues that the video talked about would still occur. The cats would still feel defenseless without their claws and would be far more prone to biting, and it could still affect their ability to interact with their environment in a natural way (using their claws to catch themselves from a fall, relieving stress on a scratching post, protecting themselves or communicating with each other, etc.). In the long run, I just don't believe that it would be worth it for you or your cats - not just because I still see it as physically damaging, but also because I think it would be mentally damaging as well to have their claws taken away. Beyond this, I will say that I have not been able to spend much time "training" my cats or working on their behaviors, but I give the space when they don't want to be touched, and I put scratch posts and mats in locations that they frequently try to scratch. This alone has made it so I rarely deal with poor scratching behaviors and most of them are my own fault (I pet them too much or I wasn't attentive to them and playing with them enough). A lot of mischievous behaviors can also be avoided if your cat(s) are getting enough engaging stimulation from play and a fun environment. TL;dr: I think that any removal of claws would be harmful (mentally and physically), regardless of whether it is deemed "safer" or not. Cheers and best of luck mate!

[@mrstogie912]

Nah, leave the claws. It would be the same as taking your eyes or hands away from you. Good cat parents know that their claws are essential to their well being. Also, if you're a good cat parent, and I mean, actually a good cat parent (not just because YOU think you are), it'll show in the cats behavior.

[@nejifan456754]

Just trim the claws for christ sake. 🙄

[@mrstogie912]

Just don't get cats if you need to declaw them, period. I have a sweet 3 year old Tabby maincoon cat, and she knows what she's supposed to and not supposed to scratch, and she's got about 8 different kinds of scratching posts throughout the house, so she can use whichever her heart desires. Taking claws from cats is kinda like taking fingers off of humans.

[@mrstogie912]

Oooops, didn't realize I had already commented. 😅

[@candyyerkes6099]

I'm so happy that number 1 was DO NOT DECLAW! I am a vet tech and I started in the ER, we had SO MANY cats who were declawed and became hyper aggressive and the glue on the incision sites never stay. Cats paws are very sensitive and when declawed they have months of pain in their poor little toe beans. If you need help with a cats claws, call your vet! We are more then happy to clip their nails and even to claw caps.

[@xyz11355]

When I was a kid we at first would de-claw our cats. We were told that it would save us from scratches, save the furniture ect. When we saw what they actually do, we never did it after that and felt bad about it. Also if people are worried about getting scratched, it is just part of being a cat owner. You will learn from that what to do and what not to do with your cat. Cats are not proactive they are reactive to situations. It is important to learn their body language. I know when I can approach my cats and have to do things that are unpleasant (like vet trips, clipping nails, and giving medicine). That way you won't get hurt and the cat will be calmer. Always approach them with love.

[@katie195]

I have declawed cats - they are not sensitive or mean. Guess we are lucky.? If cats can no longer be declawed I won’t have anymore house cats. At our house front declaw is the cost of a good home, regular vet care and a safe life.

[@datboi230]

​@@katie195educate yourself and you might see why it is cruel...

[@jqzmyn]

@@katie195then you shouldn’t own cats! Simple as that. You are cutting off their first knuckle. It is cruel and unnecessary. DONT GET A CAT IF YOURE GOING TO MUTILATE IT.

[@jqzmyn]

@@katie195 i already commented but it’s bothering me- I am really disgusted by your comment. The ignorance is mind blowing. I’m serious when I say you do not need to own anymore cats if you are going to declaw them. Do some research.

[@utebrown1365]

I like the expression you used "deknuckling" instead of declawing. A lot of people do not understand the process and pain it causes to cats and the long term effect. I also appreciate that you pointed out that a cat may turn to urinating outside the litter box and using biting instead of scratching after being declawed. None of my cats are declawed and I don't support declawing (deknuckeling). It is wrong.

[@FlabbyTabby]

Better word, amputation. They're amputating the cat, for crappy reasons. That should be considered as intentional mutilation and torture and punishable with prison.

[@peztopher7297]

I didn't know this before. But I wouldn't declaw a cat anyway.

[@xxelisexx3491]

Exactly, literally like cutting someones finger at the first knuckle. Actually not like, it *is* cutting off their knuckle.

[@HenryChinaski614]

It’s called amputation plain and simple. Imagine removing a child’s first knuckle joint on their hands for them biting their fingernails.

[@katarinatibai8396]

@@FlabbyTabby 🎯💯 - Absolute right. It should be crime - animal abuse - It shouldbe illegal - we also don't go with children to the doctor to cut them fingertips up because they touch everything - 🥶🥶🥶🤯🤯🤯 - People like that who are obsessed with their stupid furniture and geth a cat makeme syc in the stomach. 😭😭😭

[@calima3921]

My two cats kept clawing at our beautiful carpet in the hall. I placed a scratching post there, and they are enjoying that more than when it was in it's former spot!

[@chelljackson9780]

There's these little silicone claw covers you can buy called Soft Paws. You just put them on in each claw on the front and they can scratch without doing damage. It's kinda like stick on nails

[@PhoenixWytch]

When my mom first allowed us to get a cat, the veterinarian we went to suggested we declaw him at the end of his first veterinary visit. My mom took one look at the information, told the vet no and we left. We never went back to that vet and my mom taught us what declawing was and how inhumane it is. No cat we have ever had has been declawed. If you don’t want to risk cat scratches, don’t get a cat.

[@penfold7800]

If you don't want to get cat scratches, learn their body language, give them a scratching post so they can keep their claws trimmed naturally, and treat your cat with respect. It is a living thing with its own feelings and personality.

[@M0rbidCuriositea]

I don't know how any vet can ethically perform a declaw, let alone recommend it. That makes me so sad.

[@PhoenixWytch]

@@M0rbidCuriositea I don't know how they could either. Even in the 80s people were already condemning declawing.

[@PhoenixWytch]

@@penfold7800 100% agree. Also, why would you want to deprive a cat of their main defensive tool?

[@MaureenDeVries-wd9mh]

Cat bites are painful due to declawing.

[@Amarianee]

My cat is hilariously confused about overstimulation. She begs for pets, gets overstimulated and runs away, only to turn around after five steps and come back begging for more 😹 It's a vicious, hilarious cycle.

[@Ashpolt]

I'm catsitting for my partner's cat at the moment and she's exactly the same! She's always like "Attention me! No, not like that! Wait why did you stop??"

[@alderaancrumbs6260]

We can relate!

[@julianabrito7982]

I have one just like that 🤣

[@JessicaAhearnTarot11]

My cat does the same thing he will come up to me nudge me with his head to get me to pet him and he rubs against me and then he will walk away and I let him walk away but then he comes right back and he does this 3 to 4 times in a row.

[@littlelilac2805]

You probably hitting the wrong spot, try their neck most cats loves it

[@karlaharvey2623]

I am so sorry that you are going thru this very painful time with Caroline. You will make the right decision regardless. I admire you so much for not making a hasty decision as so many people do with their furr babies. You, your wife, Caroline will be in my prayers. As well as all Caroline’s medical team.

[@echorobinson]

Theyre living things not toys for our entertainment. I agree with this ☺️thank you for spreading awareness amd doing what you do

[@kyanne6178]

Getting my first cat ever in a week! She’s a shy beautiful two year old dilute calico girl who was rescued off a euthanasia list while pregnant. Super excited but a little nervous too! Thanks Jackson for all the help!!!

[@ari3lz3pp]

Oh my gosh! That would've been extra sad if she was euthanized. I think you'll do great after listening to Jackson. 😺💞🐾 Welcome to the kitty club ☺️

[@Pinklet807]

Bless you. Best of luck. ❤️

[@clicheguevara5282]

Fun fact: Almost all calico cats are female. Good luck with her! :)

[@BrittMFH]

My first cat (I was 40) was a dilute calico, too. Puffy Sue lived to 21. Good luck! 😃👍♥️

[@sandid1826]

Jackson is a great resource for you to learn how to build your relationship with your cat. Good luck. Hope it goes well and thank you for your rescue.

[@visionstash]

I can't believe people "declaw" their cats and think it's ok 😢 thank you for making that point no. 1

[@LukasBulevicius]

I'm 36y old and it's the first time I heard about this... O.o

[@Jasonmakesvideo]

We adopted a declawed Maine coon who had an abusive owner and it saddens me seeing him struggle. He still, after almost 5 years of our love hell bite out blue. He is a good boy thought. I wonder if we could get him prosthetic claws or a little kitty Freddy Kruger glove so he can stand a chance against our newest little kitten who is always in hunter mode

[@nyxfrosti__]

my two cats were declawed by my parents choice, im just a kid and wasnt born when they did, but we can’t anymore

[@DivineBearFalcon]

Just had my cats 1 year vet visit and 3rd vaccination, he is a rescue cat from a shelter, the first couple of weeks after we brought him home from the shelter he scratched us quite a bit, but we would never think of declawing him. He is the most sweet and lovely boy after 2-3 weeks, declawing is illegal here in the vast majority of the EU except for if done on purely medical grounds. Well done to NY and Maryland for banning the practice. When I just looked it up I thought the claws grew back over time, I did not realise the full horror of cutting of the bone,tendons , ligaments and nerves there ....no way in any shape or form are they doing that to my boy.

[@communisticus191]

@@DivineBearFalcon its worth noting the claws actually do sometimes "grow back", but if they do its internally (so completely useless) and makes basically everything the cat does with that paw extremely painful

[@solarp1guy]

Hey man, I just got my kitten. She's so shy! I names her simba she's white with black delmatine dots all over her! She's unique! Ur videos are really helping me, I was starting to think she doesn't like me but after watching ur videos I gained some knowledge! It's a massive change from a dog but hey I got attacked and would probably be afraid of living with one. But hey me and Shimba got eachtoher

[@hottubtimemachine1200]

We have 4 cats, and my husband orders stuff and as soon as that box is open(no matter the size) they wrestle to get in it, and it doesn’t matter if they don’t fit in the box, cuz they really try hard to fit! One dug out all the crayons in our granddaughter’s pencil box so he could sit in it, he didn’t fit at all! They love the crinkle paper and the packing peanuts. And when a delivery truck pulls up,well it’s cats Christmas AGAIN,they are right in the window at the ready, cuz it must be a box for them!

[@QuillandCollie]

I had a friend with a declawed cat (that they inherited from a family member), and he had all the declaw issues: refusal to use his litter box, frequent biting, and early arthritis in his paws. When he passed away in his mid-teens, my friend and their spouse wanted to get another cat... and the spouse was determined that the new cat would also be declawed, to save their young kids and their furniture. It was a campaign of sending them digital pamphlets and videos, and drawing correlations from research to their own previous cat's behaviours, but eventually they decided not to declaw. Three years later, their new cat never bites, swats without extending her claws (and only if provoked beyond reason), uses her litter box and scratching posts, and is frequently described by both as "the perfect cat." Declawing is never the answer!

[@qataripekarsky]

Thank you for doing that for their new cat.

[@joyfullydreaded1371]

Thank you!!!

[@jamescheddar4896]

LOL my cat never scratches anything but his scratching post (they really like scratching the cardboard ones) but another cat snuck into my house and started scratching the couch one time

[@sarahcline8488]

I can't believe people STILL declaw their cats. It's horrible and people that do that should be shot. If people do that, those people should not be allowed to have any animal

[@Acetyl53]

Here in the US we still perform infant genital cutting. Is declawing any surprise?

[@Bibliobelle_]

Thank you for all of this but especially telling us about declawing. I think a lot of people don’t understand what it is to declaw a cat. I didn’t realize it was painful and cruel and thank GOODNESS I didn’t do it before I researched and learned how horrible it is. Please keep spreading the message and safe alternatives. Really appreciate you!

[@sandid1826]

I am adamantly against declawing, but I want to say, that I do know of a case where the cat was declawed because its claws were growing into the pads of the feet. I made the mistake of getting self-righteous with the person for declawing (I didn't know the story). So please, continue to support making declawing illegal, but have compassion for those that do have a medical reason for needing to do it. I am sure this person didn't take that decision lightly.

[@thisperson5294]

Thankfully illegal here.

[@naemiansovald7649]

Yea I think it's easy to mistake it as similar to pulling the nail of a human finger. Certainly torture for any person but it's not like we can't use that finger anymore, even if the nail wouldn't grow back. And since it can be done under anesthesia it's not seen as such a big deal, harmless even. That's why it's so dangerous to have a human-centered point of view because while on the surface, claws = nails make sense when, in fact, cat and human anatomy are so very different.

[@fuzzypumpkin7743]

@@sandid1826 Yeah, I've gotten roasted here for saying something like that, but there are medically necessary reasons for it. They just are super rare and probably 99.9% of declaws are for lazy people reasons, which shouldn't be allowed.

[@litaibarcena4041]

@@thisperson5294 It doesn't mean that you did good just because you don't have any remorse.

[@user-je3op7fv7x]

I cannot imagine de-clawing a poor kitty! Thank you for the video, poor Atticus will now have no more milk, but at least his poo will smell better :)

[@Daksbabydoll]

My MIL has cats and she absolutely is against declawing a cat, she feels like what if your cat accidently gets out of the house. If you declaw your cat you remove their ability to defend themselves. I was raised with dogs so I don't know alot about cats, but I do agree with her 100%.

[@thedarkfox9851]

Imma add Number 8: Don't expect them to use a filthy litterbox! I am cleaning it 2-3 times every day, I knew people that just left them for days and then got mad at the cat for not wanting to go into it anymore ...

[@coltonsmith3724]

Thats excessive

[@bravmiki]

I second this!!!

[@geeliei]

@@cringlepingle maybe some but not all. Any chance that my one can get he will sneak into my room and pee on certain things of mine with a completely clean box 😡he's very vindictive at times and the cat deterrent doesn't work on him. Only saying his name sternly gets him to stop doing what he's doing. Idrc what the guy says in the video but discipline works on all animals. You don't do it you'll have a mean cat or dog.

[@Vampr1c]

I'm going to add to this, over time even with excessive cleaning the whole box will get contaminated (especially with absorbing or clumping litters) so it's important to replace the litter completely at least once a week. It's relatively expensive because some cats are picky but how can you put a price on a loved one?

[@albertog7245]

@@coltonsmith3724 no it's not. Every time I go to relieve myself I always check the litter box for feces and urine clumps; just as you wouldn't want to spot your shit in the toilet 2 hours later. Besides they have to step in there. Want them spreading stepped on poop into your house?

[@danielgoldberg2129]

“Three pets and I’m out.” Perfectly describes my cat. He always wants to be in the same room, especially if two people are talking, but definitely not a lap cat.

[@ScottKornfeld]

I must have missed that part if the video but one of my two cats has exactly that disposition. She only occasionally wants pets and three is usually the limit.

[@davelindstrom6005]

@This & That With Delana Taylor - That's life in the WWKK (the Wonderful World of KittyKatt)

[@troylazarus4102]

Mine will immediately jump up in your lap but doesn't like to be held at all.

[@Genaeve]

Omg Our cats want constant affection! Belly rubs, are their favorites.

[@fubukifangirl]

My old cat was constantly trying to get in my lap and often at the most inconvenient times. And more than once I woke up to her gnawing on my earlobe and purring loudly.

[@amandag8636]

I made the mistake once when I was younger to declaw my cat and they botched it and she had a claw growing through her pads I felt horrible and will NEVER do that again

[@JV-sx2sf]

So relieved ! I am a pretty good cat parent :). But, the “forced” kisses don’t count 🤭 and great reminder for vet visits. Thank you

[@catcho4868]

I love how this was behavior mixed in with veterinary practice. As a vet tech this makes me very happy to see. When clients come in asking about declawing I always frame it as amputation, but mutilation is also a good word to use. And then I go and talk about how that procedure connects with their behaviour down the road. Much love and support for all that you do ♥ ♥ ♥

[@deniseg812]

@God is not real the tips

[@smarie3874]

Thanks for addressing declawing. I’m immune compromised. I used nail caps when she was tiny, until she learned to control her claws. If she scratched me (the nail caps made this totally safe/painless) I gently put her down and ignored her for 2 min. Once she was 6 months old I didn’t need to use the caps anymore. I’ve never been scratched or had an infection. She’s 10.

[@roxbuchanan6357]

I'm immunosuppressed, and I guess I've just been really lucky, because I can't remember the last time one of my cats deliberately scratched me. I mean, I'm sure they have...I just can't remember when it happened.

[@barbarawhite1278]

love these affirmations of what works

[@rocketsurgeon2135]

I love how my kitty adapts his use of claws to what I'm wearing. If he's walking on naked flesh, claws are fully retracted and you'll, at most, feel the tips of the claws against your skin. With a thin t-shirt or something, he'll extend his claws just a teensy bit, enough to grip the fabric, but not the skin underneath. Thicker cloth, and he'll extend his claws a bit more so he's got good grip, and when I put on my thick bathrobe, he loves it, because he knows he can climb up and down my body and arms and all sorts of crazy stuff. This isn't something that we trained, but rather something he picked up from, I guess, my yelps and complaints when he accidentally extended his claws too much. It's kind of the same with feeding him treats. He'd rather lose grip and have a treat drop from his mouth, than risk biting my hand or fingers. So I can have a treat between thumb and forefinger and he'll take it from me oh so carefully.

[@barbarawhite1278]

@@rocketsurgeon2135 aww that story warms my heart.

[@rocketsurgeon2135]

@@barbarawhite1278 I love the little guy, he can be a bit much at times, but he's always my little guy. 😻😻😻

[@jammiebooker6489]

Dont throw away tuna juice from the can. Cats are crazy about it because of the taste receptors (like us with Umami)

[@myStitch11]

I just recently adopted a cat and follow a lot of your tips. One of the biggest things of getting the family on board was being very transparent that she was not going to be declawed period, which we all agreed to. Along with the shelter had a requirement in the paperwork that you cannot declaw any cat adopted from them. I think thankfully more and more word is getting around about how terrible declawing is

[@ladywhiskerfield]

After our cat of 17 years died we adopted one that had been declawed, all four feet. The only other thing the shelter could tell us was that she was found in a box and she was covered in fleas. I ask her often how it all came about but she's not talking. Doing our best to give her the best life.

[@l.salisbury1253]

Don't think I need to tell you this but NEVER let that cat outside!! She has NO means of defense!

[@sandarahcatmom9897]

All four feet? Incredible. That vet should be ashamed. Wow.

[@pizzyb2595]

@@sandarahcatmom9897 And the guilty owners who did this to the poor kitty.

[@barbarathenailpusher]

I too have adopted a brother and sister 5 yrs ago who both has there paws declawed all 4...Felt real bad for them and made them part of the family.

[@analisaacosta974]

I was a little kid when my parents got my childhood cat declawed. He slept with his eyes open for weeks and it broke my heart. After that he bit. Seeing the poor guy like that made me as a kid realize how horrible it was, long before I ever learned about it.

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

@@Analisa, I’m so sorry to hear that about your cat and also sorry that you had to experience that kind of heartbreak as a child. :(

[@-willowfort-]

Omg I am so sorry! That must have made your cat so terrified and paranoid.

[@BexBtts]

I had always accepted that declawing your cats was what people did. Until I had one cat that I took to the cheapest Vet in my area, He not only pulled out his claws at the knuckle, but he also wrapped them in a sort of makeshift cast, while they were still bleeding, when it came time to take the bandages off, they were matted and stuck to his already sore paws. After that moment and telling anyone who would listen that the Vet should change his name to Dr. Death, I swore I would never get one of my cats declawed again. It was so bad that when I went to pick him up after his "surgery", more like butchery, He was hissing and trying to bite the Vet, I had to go to the back, where pet owners never get to go, and get my cat out of the cage. He wouldn't let Dr. Death anywhere near him, which makes me wonder if my cat woke up during the surgery and he either didn't notice or didn't care. I hear there is a new procedure where they are doing it with lasers, but I really don't give a crap! It's cruel and unusual punishment. 💩🐈‍⬛💔

[@PeaceIsYeshua]

@@BexBtts Oh, Bex, I’m so very sorry both you and your sweet kitty were traumatized. That sounds like a nightmare. How atrocious that that man was a practicing veterinarian!!! That’s terribly heartbreaking. 💔💔

[@BexBtts]

Thank the Heavens, or the stars, or whomever your chosen deity's are that he retired shortly after this, it was like us going to the Emergency Room, and being treated wrongly by the oldest Dr on staff, I have also delt with that, an old time Dr wanting to give me morphine despite the fact that it says in very bold letters in my records that I am allergic. If he hadn't retired, I might have turned him in for cruelty to animals. Thank you for your concern. This was many years ago, and I have different fur~babies now.@@PeaceIsYeshua

[@natashac5138]

I didn't even know what declawing was, I thought it was the trimming of nails which I'm preparing myself to do with my cat 😅 I'm shocked about declawing, I can't even believe it's a thing 😐

[@qwerty2322]

I only put a jacket on my cat when we are going outside in winter!!!! not for being cute but to keep her warm 🫤

[@MrVovansim]

The shelter where I got my current cat actually had a thing as part of the adoption agreement that said I'm not allowed to declaw the cat. I would never do it anyhow, but I'm glad they are spreading awareness.

[@chokopii]

same, the rescue i got my cat from asks your opinion on declawing first, and then they say in the agreement that you are not allowed to under any circumstances declaw ur cat. the rescue my bf got his cats from is the same.

[@lisanadinebaker5179]

I have been an independent rescuer for about 20 years, specializing in cats that need a little extra TLC due to trauma, medical or behavior issues. All but one of the "behavior" (litter issues or aggression) cases I was asked to work with had been declawed, and the last one had an untreated medical condition. I have crossed horns with many groups over the years, because I have always stipulated that my cats are adopted under a "no declaw" contract. When potential adopters bring up their expensive furniture, I point out that each cat is a one of a kind, unique work of art made by a higher power. And YOU think you can improve on it?

[@NatYourAverageNerd]

Same here with my local cat shelter! They have pamphlets and regularly inform people when adopting a cat why to NEVER consider declawing, and even though the main shelter runners aren't technically allowed not to adopt out a cat to a specific family or person based on declawing, they find creative ways to convince those people either not to adopt RIGHT NOW, or that the cat(s) they want have X, Y, Z thing to know about that could "possibly" be a thing later on. I wish we could officially ban it from our state, though.

[@jeffm9770]

Same with the shelter where we adopted our second cat

[@pamelamanning99]

I met a woman who shared with me how she acquired a cat from a shelter, signed an agreement that she wouldn't get her declawed, then immediately had the cat declawed. She seemed to be looking for validation. I recoiled and politely ended the conversation. Arrrgghhh!

[@annrae7322]

My most recent cat that unfortunately passed away this year used to force interaction on me lol. I couldn't sit down without her trying to curl up in my lap and nuzzle and drool over me. I would have to unpluck each claw to get her to let go of me lol. She was very attached and also loved company. She was a strange one but I miss her so much 🥺

[@normaalvarado1495]

Sorry for your loss. They are our real soulmates.

[@annrae7322]

@@normaalvarado1495 thank you

[@jamspandex4973]

You must have been so nice to her that she loved you so much, she must have been very happy with you, bless her.

[@annrae7322]

@@jamspandex4973 I was her momma, for sure. I never had a cat like her before. Bless her, indeed.

[@Tiberiansam]

I'm really sorry for your loss. I went through the same thing with my two senior cats Grisou and Ti-Mé this Spring, within 2 months of each other... I feel your pain and send you a big hug!

[@user-xb7sg2gk8t]

Hallelujah!!! A person who really understands cats. I have been preaching these issues for years. Thankfully, in my country, we are not allowed to declaw.

[@rheac953]

Cream has much less lactose than milk. Raw cream is digested much better than pasturized milk, raw butter is even better

[@4bit-hj6w]

The rules if your lazy - 7. DONT FEED YOUR CAT MILK 0:35 (feed milk to the cat that google suggests) 6. Dont skip annual vet visits 1:22 5. Dont dress your cat 2:50 it may be uncomfortable yet maybe the cat ends ripping it 4. Dont force interactions 4:09 forcing interactions would irritate your cat so dont interact much unless they want to interact with you 3. Dont punish 6:30 Punishing would hurt your cat, maybe it'll run away.. 2.Dont do anything that your cat wouldn't like 8:58 This would make the cat uncomfortable/mad 1. Dont declaw your cat 10:20 And lastly. DONT ABUSE YOUR CAT! Edit: OMG thank you so much for 500 likes! Its awesome extra tip: Don't change furnitures because it'll mess up their routine and run away

[@Catflowerpower]

thank you because, really..

[@rosalietharp]

Thanks

[@PrakritiSenpai]

What's 2nd point

[@rosalietharp]

@@PrakritiSenpai oh yeah 😮😧😦😮😮😮😮

[@onehappybee9712]

​@@PrakritiSenpaiDon't do anything that you cat wouldn't want for online content

[@clicheguevara5282]

I LOVE seeing new cat owners watching Jax and learning how to properly care for their felines. Cats are _still_ so incredibly misunderstood and if more people would just take a little more time to learn about them, it wouldn't be an issue.

[@heatherchase8935]

As a first time cat owner, this channel has been very beneficial. We rescued my baby boy two and a half years ago and I am constantly learning new things from Jackson. I thought I had prepped enough before we adopted him, but it really has been a learning experience.

[@ghostface8671]

Totally agree. I have had cats my whole life and I'm still learning new things. ALL cat owners, old and new, should be doing what they can to learn.

[@ghostface8671]

@@heatherchase8935 I find that sometimes that might even come with learning the cats personality. Cats can be sooo different from one another it's hard to stay completely prepped haha

[@AnalizaTheSnark]

You threw me off with the name Jax… took me a min to realize it was shorthand for Jackson. Jax is one of my cats names so it was surreal for a moment XD

[@hotwirea]

I have a feral cat & have several rubber mats. Front door back door & kitchen. She uses the mats to scratch & has never scratched any thing else in my house. EVER

[@AriaGrill]

Just got my kitty the other day. The scratching is good! It let me know when he was making biscuits or wanted to get down. Unless the goal is to have a completely captive cat...

[@sz4128]

I didn’t know what declawing is so asked my vet here in the UK she said I can do it but it’s a two part process - first I’ll de knuckle your left hand then your right. And smiled. She then explained properly what it actually is. Anyone who wants their kitty declawed should be declawed first

[@alternative1999]

NB: I've had some responses saying this mutilation was Chinese, not Japanese. If this is true I do apologize to Japanese descendants for misinformation. I was trying to think of a Human analogy to the cruel declawing practise. There are other forms of cruel, unnecessary and painful mutilation of mainly female children, but as this page is about cats I chose this analogy. My apologies if I have got the country wrong. My defence is I was myself a child and didn't even know China and Japan were separate Countries as to me their writing looked similar, and the tonal Language sounded similar. The only difference obvious to me was that the people looked very different. I hope my point is nevertheless understood. If anyone remembers or knows of the Japanese tactic of foot-binding Human girls, this is more abusive. In Japan women with small feet were seen as attractive to men. Consequently parents of girls bound their feet tightly restricting their growth, in the hope they would find a husband from a good (eg. wealthy) family. These girls grew into adults in constant pain, and barely able to walk. I am unsure of the details but know it occurred. Just maybe someone of Japanese lineage or knowledge could explain further. I haven't even done any web search. I remember learning about it many times as a child. I am a Westerner. I just wondered what a good comparison would be. Also there is the generic known practice of tearing fingernails off while a person is conscious being used as a form of torture. All I'm trying to do is reinforce the point. The point being that there is a relevant reason why this practice of declawing domestic cats is banned in so many Countries. It is highly abusive, ineffective in its purpose, and should lead to both the owner and the vet being banned from owning or treating cats.

[@dominikabazyca8732]

@@alternative1999 you are confusing Japan with China... But there are many other ways women's bodies have been mutilated and are to this day subjected to.

[@PhoenyxAshe]

@@alternative1999 That was China, and it did a bit more than just restrict the growth - it actually distorted the growth and shape of the foot, to the point that when China actually banned the practice, it was only enforced with younger women... I believe younger girls. (It's been a while.) After a certain age, the foot shape has been so mangled that the bindings were actually needed to maintain even the limited mobility they had - removing them would cause incredible pain and, from the photographs I've seen of adult women's feet once unbound, might not have sufficient natural support to allow them to stand unaided. The movie "Inn of the Sixth Happiness" did take a lot of liberties with the real life of Gladys Aylward, the scene with with her as the Foot Inspector, and the shock of having the old grandmother start to unbind her own feet as an example, is pretty spot on with the behaviors of the many at the time. And, to get this back on topic, I think Aylward's response at to one of the men who would "only have them rebound" after she left is about the same as I would do with a person wanting their cat de-clawed: "You do it, not a woman(vet). You listen to her scream."

[@bonclymew5069]

@@alternative1999 You have the wrong country. It’s China, not Japan who had the foot binding starting in the 10th century until the communists took over in 1949. It’s because of male erotic fascination that started in the upper classes. It limited the mobility of women and kept them subordinate to men.

[@ruthb7605]

Declawing is generally illegal in the UK, something I'm glad about, but it can be done in exceptional circumstances. The tale I heard was of a woman who had to go into a home leaving behind two elderly (high teens) cats. Her and the cats had been dedicated to each other, she was pining in the home, they were pining in the shelter. The home would allow the cats there, but only if it could be guaranteed that they would not claw another resident or staff member. The shelter and vet agreed to approach the RCVS (Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons) with the situation and the president gave permission for the cats to be declawed allowing them to be reunited with their owner at least for as long s the three of them had left. I'm not sure how long ago that was, may be there are alternative now, it isn't some thing I really look into as I've never needed or wanted to.

[@tessaholst6656]

I had a cat, that the previous owner threw and kicked whenever he felt like it, and she was so fearfull that it took me almost 7 months to get her to let go of the past and relax. She was so afraid of everything and everyone, it really broke my heart. I had her for almost 5 years, before she died of old age, she just fell asleep one night in my arms and never woke up again. I miss my little Rosie T_T

[@bobh.6108]

God I hate people like that. I would have been tempted to Throw and kick the owner, and see how they liked it. We have nothing but rescue Kitties and I suspect that ms Fiona had a male who treated her unwell. She was not comfortable with me for a long time, and she doesn't like to be picked up by me, but will absolute drape over the Spouse. Though to be honest, when we first brought her home, she did sink her teeth into the Spouses thumb. I told her, put her down she is getting the scared kitty look, and the Spouse kept holding her. That was 6 years ago. She has never bitten either one of us since.

[@DigitalJeremy]

While I'm sad for her history, she clearly found the right human for the latter half of her life :)

[@Eowyn126]

This is gonna make me cry. It sounds like youre a great cat parent and she really trusted you 💙💙

[@nobukokoyama1503]

Your story made me cry. Your cat was blessed for finding her home with you!

[@pamvanallen3919]

I don't know what happened to my Tasha in the first three years of her life before I adopted her from a rescue. She is always frightened and hides from everyone but me. It took nine years for her to cuddle on the couch with me. She still runs and hides when I make a sudden move or she hears a noise. I'm sure she has PTSD.

[@user-ir5hv2jf8n]

Thank you so much for the information on NOT to Declaw your cats.

[@roymarquis5981]

For scratching my technique were 3 simple ingredients, the sticky paws, a spray of heavy lemon and orange concentration, and catnip to put on toys and vioalh! furniture is now safe and my cats play with the toys only, even they stray kittens when they come for a visit know what not to scratch.

[@dunlopgp10]

7. :35 Don’t feed your cat milk 6. 1:25 Don’t skip vet visits 5. 2:50 Don’t dress your cat up 4. 4:10 Don’t force interactions 3. 6:30 Don’t punish your cat 2. 8:55. Don’t force your cat for content 1. 10:15. Don’t declaw your cat

[@ThisIndio]

Is #0 don't f@&* with cats?

[@MyNameIsCalledLikeMe]

@@ThisIndio f@&* around and find out

[@crisalcantara7671]

I always hated when people declaw cats , i get it but i see it like this , what if the tables were turned and my cat told me he was gonnah cut of me weeny if he saw me naked again 😂😂😂

[@leslieg.7885]

Thank You SO MUCH or this.

[@brothersandsistersofvalhalla]

I wish he would have mentioned not giving your cats "vegan" diets. That's becoming an increasing problem these days. People thinking cats can switch their diets up like humans can. It's cruel and very harmful for a cat to be lacking a meat based diet.

[@akc1739]

7. Don’t feed your cat milk 6. Don’t skip annual vet visits 5. Don’t dress up your cat (costumes) 4. Don’t force interactions. Honor their “personal bubble”Let them come to you 3. Don’t EVER punish your cat. No squirt bottles, don’t yell at them, no throwing things at them, hit/spank/flick their nose. All this does is build distrust of you. 2. Don’t do anything to the cat just to make video content, things that the cat wouldn’t enjoy. Never, ever, EVER declaw.

[@madliftedson2906]

is it weird my cat likes fighting?

[@MoneyMotivationYT]

@@madliftedson2906bro, same 😂

[@RedVelvetASMR7859]

Whisked makes a cat milk. My cat loves it

[@RubenDuenas1]

@@madliftedson2906 bro my cat boxes

[@terpz47]

My cat loads up the bong so I can take huge bong hitz. Love my oonie

[@reneeparker7475]

Change their water bowl a few times a day and, if it's hot, add an ice cube or two. They'll be grateful for it.

[@emanuelacabalau9599]

I carefully trim just the sharp tip of the claws but I don't really see my cat trying to scratch anything. I only trim her claws cause she likes to climb on me and it's pretty painful