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I have been watching my daughters cat since June. I cannot find the carrier and she needs her nails clipped..They are long she is catching on everything. She is overgrooming and sad. I feel so bad for her. Do you know of a place I can give a credi
You cannot give the cat that medication. Most vets office can trim nails with out doing anything and may have a carrier for you. Depending on your area, there may be a mobile vet or groomer than can come to you to do this for you. I would start with contacting a vet's office or local groomer and they can assist you or provide you with someone in town that can if needed.
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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Do cats need Heartworm prevention? I just realized I never discussed this with my vet. Also, do I use the same nail trimmers for my cat as I do for my dogs? I’ve noticed cats nails are flat compared to dogs round nails but the clippers look the same.
Thank you for using Boop by Petco! Cats should be on heart worm preventative. This maybe a seasonal recommendation depending on where you live. Also, the nail trimmers used with your dog can generally be used on your cat as well. Just be careful that the blades are sharp and fit the nail well. Always be aware of the quick of the nail and have something to help stop bleeding in case you hit the 'quick.'
Updated on August 12th, 2025
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I just rescued my 1 year old kitty. She is perfectly healthy and grooms all the time. She is an American Bobtail Tortie Shell with medium hair. How often should I take her to the groomer to get bathed, her nails clipped, and to have her hair trimmed?
Cats generally do not require bathes because they are so great about cleaning and grooming themselvs. Their nails naturally shed every 6-8 weeks and having them clipped actually leads to scratching because they want to make them sharp. As far as hair trimmed, that is personal preference for you. Try to brush her daily to get her used to it so there will be no tangles or mats. IF a mat does develop, then she will it cut out by the groomer. Her teeth should be brushed at least 3 times a week if able and you can do this at home with finger tooth brush and feline approved tooth past to help.
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I got this cat at humane society an was very loveable. 3 months after we her she has become very skidish. She diesnt come to her name or kitty kitty. Cant even get her to clip her claws.
Try enticing her with toys and treats. Catnip may also work. A pheromone product such as Feliway Spray or plug in diffuser may decrease any anxiety or stress. Consider an exam with your veterinarian to diagnose illness or injury if the behavior persists.
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Hi! My kitty has always been an excessive groomer and recently she started cleaning / picking at her nails a lot throughout the day , even when she hasn't just eaten . Is this concerning ? Thank you ( her nails were trimmed about 3 months ago )
Thanks for using Boop by Petco! This is possibly due to allergies. It really comes down to figuring out what is causing her allergies so that they can be treated or the specific allergen avoided. A secondary infection is likely and also needs to be addressed. There are many things that can cause allergies though in most cases they can be broken down into 3 big categories: flea, food and environmental allergies. Allergies are usually worked up in a stepwise fashion starting with flea allergies as this is the easiest and cheapest to take care of. If not on a flea preventative, then it would be a good idea to get started on one. If already on one then it would be a good idea to change to something else (there are many new products out in the market). If not improved in 1-3 months then it is time to move on and check for food allergies by switching to a novel diet (new protein and new carbohydrate). If that does not seem to be the issue then you are left out having to check for envir
Updated on August 12th, 2025
