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Why Do My Cat's Claws Shed?

A cat's claws grow in layers like an onion, and they shed the outer layer periodically as their claws grow.

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Cat Nails: Trimming Cats' Claws

Information on how to care for and trim your cats' claws.

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How to Trim a Cat's Claws: VIDEO

Veterinarian Christianne Schelling trims a cat’s claws and gives tips for how to do a cat nail trim.

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