Function of cat’s claws:

1. Cat’s claws are the main tactile nerves of cats. Not only does it help them assess the distance and activity of prey, it also allows them to maintain body balance.

2. Cat claws can reduce the vibration caused by a cat falling from a high place. Cats always appear and disappear quietly, because the fleshy pads of the claws play a role in reducing friction. This is an ability that wild cats acquired a long time ago after a long period of evolution in order to capture prey.

3. Cats can evacuate sweat through the pads on their paws. Especially in summer, when cats perform strenuous exercise or when cats are frightened and stressed, their paws will secrete sweat, causing cats to become hot. When moving, it will open its claws and extend its legs to increase the heat dissipation area for heat dissipation.

4. A cat’s claws are also an important tool for communicating with the outside world. A cat’s sweat can leave a scent to indicate where it has walked and establish its territory.

Cat claw trimming method:

1. First, you need to soothe the cat’s mood and put the cat in a relaxed state, such as by stroking the cat’s claws, giving Create a very comfortable environment for the cat so that the cat will stretch out its claws and expose its nails for the owner to trim.

2. Gently grab one of the cat’s front paws. If the cat feels uncomfortable and moves around, you can wrap it tightly with a towel and gently pull out one of its front paws. paw. Or get a helper to hold it while you trim your nails.

3. The cat’s nails are retracted in the claws. In order to expose the nails, you can press the front end of its paw pad with your thumb and tilt the front end of the paw downward at the same time.

4. Make sure the cat’s claws are not moving before trimming the nails. The darker parts of most cat nails contain blood vessels and nerve tissue. Be very careful when cutting your nails and don't cut too far.

5. If your cat is accidentally cut, quickly soak its bleeding paws in styptic powder or cornstarch. If the bleeding persists for more than 10 minutes, it is recommended to take the cat to a pet hospital for treatment.