The Case Against Declawing

Duration: 04:39
The Case Against Declawing
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Course Description

Learn why declawing is a painful and unnecessary procedure for cats — exploring the physical, behavioral, and long-term health consequences, while uncovering humane alternatives that support natural feline behavior.

Things to Learn

In this micro-video course, you’ll learn what declawing actually involves (amputation at the first knuckle), the wide range of complications like chronic pain, arthritis, and behavior changes, common myths that still support the practice, and practical alternatives such as scratching posts, nail trims, and nail caps.

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Instructor

  • Veterinarian Dr. Janet Gordon Palm has been practicing integrative medicine since graduating from Kansas State University in 1981. Her multi-species practice, Animobility Integrative Veterinary Services, offers LLLT, VOM, craniosacral, osteopathy and more. Dr. Palm also uses concepts of respecting body language in all species she works with, resulting in an enhanced veterinary experience for all.

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