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How long does it take for cats to recover from declawing?

How long does it take for cats to recover from declawing?

Most cats will be healed in 2-6 weeks. If you cat is limping more than 5 days after surgery please call. Larger older cats may take longer to heal.

When is the best time to declaw a kitten?

Between 3 and 6 months of age is ideal. Typically, our veterinarians suggest you declaw your cat at spay or neuter time. For many cats, that’s around 5 or 6 months of age. If your kitten is already spayed or neutered, we may perform the declaw surgery earlier.

Are there any risks to declawing a cat?

Some cats that are big clawers can turn into biters. There’s a risk of neuropathy — numbness in your cat’s paws. You may notice your cat limping. And in older cats — which we don’t recommend declawing — there is greater chance of infection and the need for ongoing pain medications.

Where can I get a cat declawed in Colorado?

Cherished Companions Animal Clinic is a veterinary clinic in Castle Rock, Colorado. Specializing in the care of cats and dogs, our goal is to help you and your pet feel more comfortable, keeping your stress to a minimum. This article is intended to provide general guidance about declawing a cat.

Between 3 and 6 months of age is ideal. Typically, our veterinarians suggest you declaw your cat at spay or neuter time. For many cats, that’s around 5 or 6 months of age. If your kitten is already spayed or neutered, we may perform the declaw surgery earlier.

What happens to a cat that has been declawed?

Your cat would be helpless if attacked by clawed cats, dogs or other animals. Cats that have just been declawed often have litter box problems because it hurts them to scratch around in the litter. If you find that your declawed cat often relieves herself on your den rug, don’t get upset by her new habit.

What to do with a declawed cat after surgery?

Keep your cat indoors for at least two weeks after his surgery so he won’t be exposed to outdoor germs or chase after a bird or squirrel before his wounds have healed. Declawed cats should be kept indoors, as they no longer have a means of defense against other animals and may no longer possess the balance they need to climb tall trees or fences.

Do you have to monitor cuteness after declawing?

Cuteness may earn compensation through affiliate links in this story. Your cat will require monitoring for days after being declawed.