Thread: declaw or not declaw?

Originally Posted by ManCoon

Hi donnad! Garry. Don't think I've read it here but just in case, it's really important for a cat to be able to grip with front paws. This helps in the stretching of the leg and back muscles. Pretty important for an animal. Hey...I was once a perfectionist, the demon is still around... but my boys and girls are more important than my perfect house.

Ginger went to the vet for shots yesterday and I told the vet I was not having her declawed after all and she gave me a hug and said I made the right decision for my baby. How sweet was that? Thank you for the input!