This State Is Considering A Ban On Declawing Cats
New York may soon become the first state to ban the practice of declawing cats. The law would make declawing a cat a crime punishable by a fine of up to $1,000. Proponents of the bill say that declawing cats is inhumane, as it involves surgery that’s technically an amputation
Posted — UpdatedProponents of the bill say that declawing cats is inhumane, as it involves surgery that’s technically an amputation and can cause lasting damage to the cat.
Some of the possible negative consequences of the procedure include pain, infection, tissue death, nerve damage and bone damage.
“Pet caregivers should not consider declawing a routine prevention for unwanted scratching,” the organization writes. “Declawing can actually lead to an entirely different set of behavior problems that may be worse than shredding the couch.”
Those who oppose the bill believe that declawing should continue to be an option for cat owners.
The bill is currently moving through the New York State Assembly committees. The full Assembly and Senate would still need to move the measure forward before it is sent to the governor for his approval.
1. Keep your cat’s claws trimmed.
2. Provide scratching boards and posts around the house for your cat to use in various rooms. You can use toys and catnip to entice your cat to use these items rather than scratching at the furniture.
What do you think? Should the practice of declawing cats be outlawed in every state?
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