Declawed Kitten, litter?

[Snowwhite]

So, Contract has been signed for my new kitten and I re read terms. I must have kitten declawed. To prove it's an indoor kitten/cat? Who knows I will be questioning this tomorrow when I speak to breeder again.

To the point, I read on the forum that declawed kittens or cats need a finer litter to not hurt their feet or toes. Can someone name a few that have been successful? For them or friends. Any advice on this would be awesome.

Please don't misunderstand my understanding of the process of declawing a kitten or cat. I do. I just want litter advice please.

Thanks everyone!

 

[Catzzzmeow]

Wow...this is the first time I ever heard of a breeder saying you MUST declaw your cat. Very interested in knowing how your conversation goes about it tomorrow. Declawing is a very hot topic among owners and most feel very strongly one way or the other. Just be sure no matter how in love you are with the kitten, you must feel comfortable with the breeder as well.

Patti

 

[1sphynxlover]

Isn't there another way to prove it is going to be an indoor cat only?

 

[Snowwhite]

To answer you both, I already put down a huge deposit. It's my fault I didn't catch the declaw clause in the contract. That is why I didn't want to focus on the declaw it self. But, needed litter suggestions. Thanks for those.

 

[Snowwhite]

Isn't there another way to prove it is going to be an indoor cat only?

Not sure what to say, I haven't spoken to the breeder on the phone as of yet. However, I think I am going to offer "Soft Paws" instead to this breeder. But, if she won't bite I am kinda stuck. Not to focus on that much, do you have a suggestion for litter?

 

[Catzzzmeow]

Hoping you feel comfortable enough with breeder to ask them as well what they suggest. If this is something they have required for some time, I think other owners would have shared their successes. Most Vets after declawing recommend news paper (I think it is a litter called Yesterday's News if I recall) then there is no dust to infect the paws while healing. After they heal, the cat will pretty much tell you what they do not like!


patti

 

[1sphynxlover]

Ask the breeder what she's using.

 

[GoldHazel]

So, Contract has been signed for my new kitten and I re read terms. I must have kitten declawed. To prove it's an indoor kitten/cat? Who knows I will be questioning this tomorrow when I speak to breeder again.

To the point, I read on the forum that declawed kittens or cats need a finer litter to not hurt their feet or toes. Can someone name a few that have been successful? For them or friends. Any advice on this would be awesome.

Please don't misunderstand my understanding of the process of declawing a kitten or cat. I do. I just want litter advice please.

Thanks everyone!

Hello again, Snowwhite. For the most part, the terms of your contract and declawing pretty much blows many of us away. Normally a breeder will have it in the contract that you cannot declaw the pet. I understand what you explained about the deposit and so on.

Normally the vet's office will tell you what kind of litter has to be used. It is usually Yesterday's News which is old recycled newspaper pellets. That's what is used during healing time. Once healed, it's up to the owner and the cat what they prefer to use for litter.

I was just thinking: I'm not sure how declawing a cat will prove to the breeder that the cat will never go outside! I'm just wondering if this breeder had at least one bad experience selling kittens in the past to people that actually let the cats out.
Maybe ask the breeder why she feels so strongly about this subject. It might shed some light.

 

[assibassi]

Yesterdays News is out of paper and I heard very good on sensitive paws. But you should talk and ask the Breeder what they have.
:cat:

 

[1sphynxlover]

I guess if it was me I would get the kitten and not bother getting it declawed. If she took you to court I'm sure you could prove how inhumane it is. I personally would take the risk. If I could save one kitten it would be worth it.

 

[Emily0404]

I guess if it was me I would get the kitten and not bother getting it declawed. If she took you to court I'm sure you could prove how inhumane it is. I personally would take the risk. If I could save one kitten it would be worth it.

I agree totally!

 

[Snowwhite]

Hello again, Snowwhite. For the most part, the terms of your contract and declawing pretty much blows many of us away. Normally a breeder will have it in the contract that you cannot declaw the pet. I understand what you explained about the deposit and so on.

Normally the vet's office will tell you what kind of litter has to be used. It is usually Yesterday's News which is old recycled newspaper pellets. That's what is used during healing time. Once healed, it's up to the owner and the cat what they prefer to use for litter.

I was just thinking: I'm not sure how declawing a cat will prove to the breeder that the cat will never go outside! I'm just wondering if this breeder had at least one bad experience selling kittens in the past to people that actually let the cats out.
Maybe ask the breeder why she feels so strongly about this subject. It might shed some light.[/quote


I actually have been texting the breeder. She feels strongly because of people in the past that she has followed up with letting their cats go outside, she thinks this will fix that problem of believing this breed can go outside.. I live in Colorado so of course this isn't ideal so I explained to her that I felt it wouldn't be appropriate. She stated that she also thinks it's a good idea because has had issues with toe infections due to poor litter care and in her contract it covers the kitten/ cat for one year with a full health warranty.

I am getting a little frustrated so I closed the conversation with asking her to consider omitting that from my contract. I am doubtful but it didn't hurt to ask.

I was told to use a soft litter by the breeder. She suggested SWheat Scoop. Any thoughts on this litter? They sell it at a local store for $14.95 for 30lbs.

 

[Snowwhite]

I am considering this also. However, it states I have to show proof within 8 weeks of owning the kitten. I would have to cover her court, lawyer and travel fees to court if I broke the contract. I guess my lesson here is to always read through the whole contract. I thought I did but, obviously I missed that small note of importance.

I agree totally!

 

[Snowwhite]

Hello again, Snowwhite. For the most part, the terms of your contract and declawing pretty much blows many of us away. Normally a breeder will have it in the contract that you cannot declaw the pet. I understand what you explained about the deposit and so on.

Normally the vet's office will tell you what kind of litter has to be used. It is usually Yesterday's News which is old recycled newspaper pellets. That's what is used during healing time. Once healed, it's up to the owner and the cat what they prefer to use for litter.

I was just thinking: I'm not sure how declawing a cat will prove to the breeder that the cat will never go outside! I'm just wondering if this breeder had at least one bad experience selling kittens in the past to people that actually let the cats out.
Maybe ask the breeder why she feels so strongly about this subject. It might shed some light.

I totally agree with you. I didn't look for those details. I didn't honestly believe a breeder would promote this at all. So, I just didn't look. I mainly looked at the spay and neuter terms, the feeding terms and basic things like if I need to rehome I have to contact her first. Which I had no problem with...

 

[1sphynxlover]

Maybe you can just talk to her. Explain you would use the soft claws. The price people pay for sphynx most people wouldn't let them out anyway. Good luck.

 

[cleozmama]

1sphynxlover you have my vote on that one!

 

[GoldHazel]

I am considering this also. However, it states I have to show proof within 8 weeks of owning the kitten. I would have to cover her court, lawyer and travel fees to court if I broke the contract. I guess my lesson here is to always read through the whole contract. I thought I did but, obviously I missed that small note of importance.

Just a thought: I was wondering if your vet is willing to work with you on this! What I mean is perhaps your vet can give you a certificate to present the breeder with stating that the kitten had been declawed! Just a shot in the dark. What do you have to lose? The worst thing is that your vet will say, "No!" Maybe if you explain the entire situation to the vet, he/she will be understanding.

 

[GoldHazel]

I totally agree with you. I didn't look for those details. I didn't honestly believe a breeder would promote this at all. So, I just didn't look. I mainly looked at the spay and neuter terms, the feeding terms and basic things like if I need to rehome I have to contact her first. Which I had no problem with...

I understand what you are saying. I hear you. You are stuck between a rock and a hard place right now. I get that.

 

[admin]

So, Contract has been signed for my new kitten and I re read terms. I must have kitten declawed. To prove it's an indoor kitten/cat? Who knows I will be questioning this tomorrow when I speak to breeder again.

To the point, I read on the forum that declawed kittens or cats need a finer litter to not hurt their feet or toes. Can someone name a few that have been successful? For them or friends. Any advice on this would be awesome.

Please don't misunderstand my understanding of the process of declawing a kitten or cat. I do. I just want litter advice please.

Thanks everyone!

First, that is the most absurd thing I have ever heard. And quite honestly, very hard to believe any breeder would require such a thing. With that being said, the answer to your question about litter would be, there is no good answer on the grade of litter best suited for a declawed cat, it's more of an answer as how the declaw will effect your cat and if it may even use the litter box at all. Declawing has been known to cause behavioral issues as well as litter box problems. Good luck with your decision. See this thread - http://www.sphynxlair.com/community/threads/declawing-what-are-your-thoughts.18979/#post-222881

 

[NeyaBenz]

I am considering this also. However, it states I have to show proof within 8 weeks of owning the kitten. I would have to cover her court, lawyer and travel fees to court if I broke the contract. I guess my lesson here is to always read through the whole contract. I thought I did but, obviously I missed that small note of importance.

jeez that really sucks. I know when it comes to important documents I tend to speed read for key words. However, I think if I saw "declaw" on a kitten contract my mind would probably auto interpret "do not declaw" and probably wouldve overlooked it also.

It is such an awful rule to put in the contract IMO, for cats sometimes escape on their own accord even when people are trying hard not to let them out(cause sometimes, @#$% happens) This breeder is essentially requiring the removal of their only major defense.

IF the breeder will not bend at all on this clause and you absolutely must follow through, do look into different methods of declawing and decide whats best for you and your kitten.

 

[1sphynxlover]

I think breeders that require declawing should be boycotted. I know we all are so eager to get our babies and would do anything to get them but..... . This is a cruel & inhumane. Anyone that reads what is actually done would be sickened. The US is only a few countries where this is legal. That should say something.

 

[shunterx]

Hi @Snowwhite . This is a very sensitive topic.. My sphynx Osiris is declawed, and my next kitten will also be declawed. I've tried many many many different kinds of litters due to odour/tracking - from Yesterdays News to biodegradable corn litter. He's never had a problem with any kind whatsoever due to pain.

 

[Snowwhite]

Hi @Snowwhite . This is a very sensitive topic.. My sphynx Osiris is declawed, and my next kitten will also be declawed. I've tried many many many different kinds of litters due to odour/tracking - from Yesterdays News to biodegradable corn litter. He's never had a problem with any kind whatsoever due to pain.

Thank you for the suggestion and comments. I appreciate you very much.

 

[Embracing-Joyx4]

Please do not DoNOT do this to a kitten its terribly cruel, a kitten gets cut at its KNUCKLES not just the nail. This is not a breeder you want to get your kitten from. We all here at the Lair feel strongly about this. It is inhumane

 

[Rosered13]

Maybe try sending your breeder these videos so she can fully understand why you would not want to subject your precious kitty to that. It is crazy to me that a breeder would have that in their contract, most breeders put that you cannot get your cat declawed in their contract. I just think it is so cruel and I have seen it done it person before, scarred me for life. Do you mind me asking what breeder you are going through?

The first video is from a cat expert, explaining how it changes your cat for life and the second video explains the procedure.