There are nail caps that your cat can't scratch.If your cat is a kitten, trim its nails before applying nail caps.You need to coat the inside of the nail cap.Put the nail over your cat's nail by squeezing its paw.The nails should be checked every few days to make sure they don't come loose.It will be almost impossible to remove the caps until they wear off.
Step 1: Get a pair of clippers.
There are several ways to trim your cat's nails.You might want to use regular nail clippers.You could use guillotine-style clippers.You could use clippers that are more similar to pliers.Make sure the blades of the tool are sharp.
Step 2: Put your cat down.
Since all cats are different, there is no universally best way to place your cat.Before you start trimming your cat's nails, you should know what position it is most comfortable in.Some cats are more relaxed when sitting on a human's lap.Cats are more at ease when they are on a piece of furniture or in a room.
Step 3: The cat's claw needs to be clipped.
Take the paw whose nails you want to clip.Use your thumb and index finger to squeeze the top and bottom of the paw at a point behind the claw.The claw will extend.Carefully clip the end of the claw.Don't cut the cat's nails in one sitting.Each time, do one or two paws.Don't clip the quick.The quick is a network of blood vessels in the nail closest to the cat's paw.You can identify the quick by looking for a mass within the nail.If you don't like the idea of having your cat's nails clipped, you can go to a vet.
Step 4: Pick the right nail caps.
There are three sizes of nail caps: small, medium, and large.Your cat's weight affects these sizes.The type of cat the product is designed for is determined by the manufacturer.If you want to buy nail caps that fit your cat's nails, make sure you check the packaging.There are different sizes of nail caps.Pick the right size for your cat's nails.Check the nail cap package for information regarding which nail caps are best for a cat of a particular size.Pick a color that you like.
Step 5: Make sure your materials are ready.
There are a variety of materials inside the nail cap package.Each nail cap package will probably have different amounts of nail caps and tips.The objects are likely to be packaged separately.All necessary materials are ready to be used when you open each package.You only need one tip and container.The top of the container might need to be cut off.In some cases, the lid will twist off.An instruction manual should be included in your nail cap package.Before you apply the nail caps, you should read the instruction manual.
Step 6: If you need help, ask a friend.
While it is possible to put nail caps on your cat by yourself, the whole process proceeds much more smoothly with a friend or family member applying glue to the nail cap.You can put the nail caps on your cat's claws once they are ready.
Step 7: Take care of your cat during the process.
If you project stress and frustration while applying nail caps to your cat, he will sense it and feel the same.If you want your cat to be happy and relaxed during the process, rub its belly and neck between nail cap applications.
Step 8: You should put your cat in your lap.
Put your cat's rump on your lap.Put its head into the elbow.Rub your cat's neck and belly.A sofa or chair with large, soft arms is the best place to cradle the cat.This will allow you to support your cat's head against the armrest.
Step 9: You can extend your cat's claws.
Use your thumb and index finger to squeeze the paw.If you want to cap the nail, place your index finger on the paw pad.Push down and out with your thumb, away from the cat's body, if you want to cap it.The claw should come out when you cap it.
Step 10: The nail caps should be put on.
Attach the tip with glue.The tip of the nail cap can be used to squeeze drops of glue into it.The nail cap will be filled with this.To distribute the glue evenly, gently squeeze the sides of the nail cap.Put the nail cap on your cat's nail.Apply nail caps to the other nails on your cat's paws.If you want to prevent your furniture from being scratched and torn, you probably only need to apply nail caps to the cat's paws.It may take some time for your cat to get used to wearing nail caps.