A proposed bill t0 ban the declawing cats was passed unanimously on Monday, November 13, during a Denver, CO, City Council meeting. Advocate Jen Weston, a vet technician and part owner of Northfield Veterinary Hospital, told 9News, "I think it's huge for cats to finally get their recognition, that they have pain and their medical care really matters." … [Read more...] about Declawing Law in Denver Passed Unanimously
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New Jersey One Step Closer to Being the First State to Ban Declawing
On Monday, January 23rd, New Jersey moved one step closer to becoming the first state to ban cat declawing after the state Assembly voted to pass the bill, 43-10. The bill would make declawing illegal, and veterinarians who performed the procedure could face a fine of up to $1,000 or six months in jail. In some rare cases, declawing is done for medical reasons, and … [Read more...] about New Jersey One Step Closer to Being the First State to Ban Declawing
What You Should Know About Cat Declawing
If you've ever thought about declawing your cat, there's some very important information you should know on the topic. This video is a great resource, and only takes a few minutes to watch. … [Read more...] about What You Should Know About Cat Declawing
Playing with a Declawed Cat
Q: "I just read your scratching article and yes, my declawed kitty wants to chase the ball, but can't grasp it, and gets frustrated (even "embarrassed"). I think the laser light, which is uncatchable, also must be frustrating. He gets tired of the pole toys. What should I do???" - Beth A: Declawed kitties are definitely at a disadvantage compared to cats with claws. Declawing … [Read more...] about Playing with a Declawed Cat
RI Bill Would Prohibit Landlords From Requiring Declawing and Devocalization of Pets
Ruggerio bill will prohibit property owners from requiring tenants to debark, declaw pets RI STATE HOUSE – Calling the surgical procedures inhumane and potentially dangerous to pets, Senate Majority Leader Dominick J. Ruggerio is urging passage of legislation to prohibit property owners from requiring “devocalization” and “declawing” of dogs and cats as a condition of … [Read more...] about RI Bill Would Prohibit Landlords From Requiring Declawing and Devocalization of Pets