Silicone claw caps for cats

This article will discuss so-called anti-scratch caps, or more correctly, claw caps. These simple devices were invented by an American veterinarian back in 1990. They are silicone caps that precisely follow the contour of each cat's claw.

These caps were designed primarily as an alternative to the complete declawing procedure for pets. The application of these devices, guaranteed to protect your upholstered furniture, clothing, wallpaper, curtains and drapes From the consequences of your pet's claw sharpening. With silicone pads, you don't have to worry about getting scratched while bathing your cat. Additionally, silicone pads offer the following advantages:

• In case of aggression between pets, they will not be able to inflict serious wounds on each other with their claws;
• The silicone cap is very easy to apply and use;
• The material from which the pads are made and the glue used for fixation are safe for the animal;
• A variety of color palettes will help add creativity and uniqueness to your cat;
• The availability of different sizes allows you to use silicone false claws on both small cats and large adult cats;
• The caps do not interfere with the natural growth of the cat's claw;
• False claws do not cause discomfort to the animal and do not interfere with full movement.

How to put on pads correctly

1. Select the correct cap size. To do this, release the claws and press lightly with your index finger, then try the cap on;
2. Trim the claws or nail cap if necessary. If the cap is larger, trim it toward the opening, and if the cat's claw is too long, trim it toward the opening. Trim a cat's claw, like a human nail, very carefully to avoid cutting blood vessels and causing bleeding.
3. Next, the cap should be filled with specialized glue by about a third;
4. Next, apply the adhesive cap directly to the claws. To do this, release the cat's claws and slide the cap on. After applying the cap, hold it in place for a few seconds to ensure a secure hold.
5. After applying all the silicone caps, you need to hold the cat in your arms for the first 10-15 minutes to give the glue time to dry and thereby firmly fix the caps on the claws.

How will a cat's life change after applying anti-scratch pads?

Pets who are having silicone nail extensions installed for the first time often try to get rid of foreign objects by chewing them. This behavior is quite expected.After several repeated procedures of applying the caps, the cat will get used to them and stop trying to get rid of them.

Many cat owners have never used scratching posts before and are concerned about their pets' physical and mental well-being. It's worth noting that many cats don't even notice the presence of scratching posts. They don't alter the cat's gait or interfere with the ability to properly extend and retract their claws. The instinct to sharpen claws in cats is also preservedOnly when wearing scratch-resistant pads will she be unable to damage furniture or scratch children. The only drawback is that the cat won't be able to use its claws to anchor itself when jumping, so if the cat is hoping to, for example, jump onto a cabinet by clinging to it, it won't succeed.

How long can anti-scratch mitts be used?

You can start using silicone pads at about 6 months of age, when the claws have already fully formed. Their application does not interfere with the natural growth of claws.After 1–2 months, when the old claws are replaced by new ones, the silicone caps fall off safely along with the old, keratinized part of the claws.

Conclusion

From the above, it can be concluded that false claws are completely harmless to the animal and are very useful in the matter of preserving the integrity of household furniture and thingsUnlike scratching posts, which can take a long time to train your cat to use, scratching posts become a habit much faster.

The material from which the pads are made and the glue used for application will not cause any harm to a cat even if they get into its stomach. The price of these devices is low., and the application process itself doesn't take much time or effort. However, whether or not to apply a cat cap is a personal choice. If your pet is non-aggressive and is trained to be gentle on furniture, there's no need for these caps.