In a word, NO. Declawing is a barbaric procedure in which the cat’s toes are amputated at the first knuckle. Declawing can lead to a host of issues, including ongoing pain, the development of arthritis, litter box avoidance, and biting.

See the following documents for more information:

• Declawing Alternatives (Mobile SPCA)
• Declawing Cats (World Animal Foundation)
• Declawing Infographic
• Think Twice Before You Declaw
• Why You Don’t Want to Declaw
• Statement by Dr. Karen Becker, DVM
• Facts About Declawing (Shelter Handout) by Dr. Jean Hofve, DVM
• Declawing and Science by Dr. Jean Hofve, DVM
• Declawing – A Rational Look by Dr. Jean Hofve, DVM
• Declawing – Another Veterinarian’s Perspective by Dr. Michael Fox, D.Sc., Ph.D., B.Vet.Med., M.R.C.V.S.
• Welfare Implications of Declawing Domestic Cats (AVMA)
• AAFP Statement on Declawing
• AAHA Position Statement
• Paw Project Brochure
• FAQs About Declawing (The Paw Project)
• The Facts About Declawing

Visit The Paw Project for more information.

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