Pet Republique Asymmetrical Cat Nail Clipper

Editor's note

Cat claws need a smaller, finer tool than a dog clipper, and this is the guide's cat-scaled pick. Older cats stop shedding their claw sheaths properly and scratch less. Claws then thicken and can grow into the pads of the front feet.

Check every claw monthly, including the fifth on each front foot, which never touches the ground. Press the toe pad gently to extend the claw and cut only the clear hook beyond the pink. The listing describes a compact clipper with a non-slip grip, also sold for small dogs.

A claw that has already grown into a pad is painful and prone to infection. That is a vet visit, not a trim at home.

From our guide Grooming a Senior Pet: The Weekly Examination You Are Already Doing.

About this product

These Pet Republique Mini Cat Nail Clippers make giving your kitty her mani-pedi less of a chore. With a non-slip grip and thick stainless steel blades, these professional quality clippers ensure quick, accurate cuts every time. Purr-fect for not only cats and kittens but also small dogs, guinea pigs and larger birds, too! Take the headache out of nail day by choosing these compact clippers designed specifically for small breeds.