Now that declawing is not a standard recommendation, routine education about trimming cat nails is warranted. Trimming feline nails at home is less stressful for cats, cheaper and more convenient for cat owners. But, it doesn’t come without challenges. The least=stress nail trimming occurs when cat owners routinely handle their cats’ paws as a part of interacting with them.
Source: CatWatch, September 24, 2019. Link. For most cats trimming nails once every two weeks is a good place to start. The cat owner can adjust the schedule based on the individual cat’s needs.
Also see: Claw disorders in cats, Tufts Catnip, May 2015. Link.
INSIGHTS: Consider using this article in social media posts and newsletters. Also, consider setting up digital nail trim reminders for cats and dogs several times per year that link to good educational resources for DIY cat and dog nail trimming.