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Maybe you heard that yesterday was National Pet Day. Again, I must say\u2014tongue in cheek, \u201cIsn\u2019t everyday special for our treasured pets?\u201d But it\u2019s okay with me if we\u2019re all encouraged to pay them special recognition. They\u2019re worth it. Be sure to visit some of the sites that celebrated National Pet Day yesterday. You\u2019ll find interesting quotes, stories of fascinating pets, of course a lot of commercial hype, all related to the pets we love.<\/p>\n
Today, I\u2019d like to share some interesting facts I learned recently about a cat\u2019s claws. It\u2019s from the Soft Paws website. The article reminds us that a cat\u2019s claws are not a frivolous feature nor are they designed primarily to sheer our favorite blouse or scratch us during rough play. A cat\u2019s claws actually tools with a purpose\u2014to catch and hold prey, tear meat from the bones, and to defend themselves as well as to climb away from danger.<\/p>\n
A cat\u2019s claws grow continuously. They keep them trimmed by walking on them and biting them, and they also shed the outer sheath of the claws from time to time. As the cat ages, however, they might need a little help with their claws. We\u2019ve found this to be true in our own household. Especially for inside kitties, their claws don\u2019t wear down as fast and they need help with their pedicures. It\u2019s been our experience that the older cat develops thicker claws and sometimes they grow out of bounds. We had a Himalayan whose dewclaw (or thumb claw) grew so fast and ferocious that it grew into her pad, causing quite a bit of discomfort before we noticed the problem. So it\u2019s important for cat owners to invest in a nail trimmer for cats and learn to use it on a regular basis. Duller points on those claws mean less wear and tear on your furniture, as well.<\/p>\n
Do you have a young cat who frequently gets hung up on the screen door or you find hanging from the quilt on your bed? Just trim those tips off his front claws and you\u2019ll both be happier.<\/p>\n
No matter what kind of animal you have, a cat, dog, horse, pig, hamster, bunny, or goat, it is important to groom them regularly. Not only does this keep their coat and skin healthier, it helps to alert you when there\u2019s a problem with their skin, eyes, claws (hooves), teeth, ears, etc. And grooming is another way to maintain that warm relationship you share with your pet.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
I remember on Mother\u2019s Day or Father\u2019s Day, my children asking, \u201cWhy don\u2019t they have a special kid\u2019s day?\u201d Of course, I\u2019d tell them it\u2019s because every day is kid\u2019s day\u2014kids are always the priority. Maybe you heard that yesterday … Continue reading