Can you clip yor cats nails with regular fingernail clippers?

I dont think so, I think that would hurt them.Can you clip yor cats nails with regular fingernail clippers?
Hi,, sure you can , if you can get kitty to be still long enough to use them,,, don't clip too short either,,,,





good luckCan you clip yor cats nails with regular fingernail clippers?
Yes. That's how I do my cat's nails.
Yes, but amke sure you just cut off a small amount on the tips or the nail will shatter, causing more problems. If you have cutical sissors those will work better. Wal-mart carries cat nail clippers for pretty cheep, so pick some up next time!
I used to use regular nail clippers, just cut the tips though don't go to far back with them.
Cat nail clippers are not designed for the sole purpose of preventing you from cutting the quick. You can STILL cut the quick with the guillotine-style cat clippers.





Whatever you use, just don't cut the pink part inside the nail (the quick). Don't even get up close to it, really. When first starting out, you'll want to just clip the very tips of the nails off. As you become more comfortable clipping the nails, you can go down a little shorter (but you should still keep a good distance between the quick and clippers).





I use regular human clippers on my cat. I say cat because I haven't tried cutting my second cat's nails yet. I may not try, she's a bit fiesty and may require a vet or groomer.





To use human clippers (make sure they're not dull) you need to turn the cat's nail to the side. Don't come at it straight on while the nail is curved downward (the way it would be if the cat were standing). Turn it so it's flat. I really hope you're understanding this.





But yet, human clippers are fine. I actually prefer them to cat clippers....they're just easier for me to use. Especially since the nail being turned to the side allows me better view of the quick.
YEs yoou can we have been doing it in our fmaily for over 30 years with great success, have never bought a dog or cat nail clipper and there is no need for one!
Yes you can. It is actually much easier for most people to use them.
Human fingernail clippers work well for a kitten. When the cat is older their nails are much tougher than ours are so the specially designed cat clippers would be better, faster.
Sure, I've done it for years. What you have to be really, really careful of it just to take off the tip - there's a place a little lower down called the ';quick'; that will bleed if you cut into it. Once you get the hang of doing this, and learn the best way to hold your cat and push out the claw, it's a piece of cake. The cat gets used to it too. I've never, ever had trouble!
no way that would be a very bad idea i would advise you to go to a vets it will not cost you much.if you use human clippers you will split the cats nail then it will bleed which can lean to infection which then can lead to death.make sure you have a scraching post for your cat
Yes. I have done this many times before. You need to be sure to do it AWAY from the very end of the claw. Gently push on the top of your cats toe and the claw will slide out. Only trim the ends of them.
of course you can!


as long as you know where to cut.
Yes, I actually found them to work easier.
not a very good idea........
you can clip it's nails but you need to use clippers made for animals, and you need to know the proper way to do it. If you cut too close to the paw it will hurt the cat and bleed, plus the cat will probably scratch you pretty bad then you should seek medical attention to avoid ';Cat scratch fever'; If you a sure you know how to clip the nails,have some one hold the cat up by the scruff of its neck, this immobilizes the cat and you won't get scratched
i wouldn't because you use them too. Unless they're just for your cat than yes.... They're little nails can be clipped. Dogs nails are different though. Much harder. They're not gonna like it though....
Yes, I always do that, just make sure you only trim the edge, not the part that has blood vessels in it. Also you must put the slot of the clipper parallel to the nail, not as you would do it on your fingers.
Yes. I use them with great success on my cats. Just make sure you know where to cut.
Do you want scratched up, take him to a vet to do it. Judy
i dont think so either. you should got to like pet smart and check if they got special cat paw nail clipplers good luck
I would not they should be clipped at the right angle, I just got a clipper for animals at a discount store for less that 5 bucks.
Yes, you can, as long as the vet shows you how not to cut into the '; quick'; of their nail. However, even if you're doing it correctly and not hurting them, most cats don't like it. They seem to be annoyed by the '; clipping'; sound.


Your's may be fine with it. Good luck.
absolutely:





How to Trim a Cat's Nails





Cats' nails need to be trimmed. It's good for their health, as well as for your furniture.





Steps


Wait until your cat is lying down or calm. If she/he is playing and in a crazy mood it will be much harder. When your cat is in a calm mood go over to her and pet her. Pick her up and plop her onto your lap.


Put her in between your legs so her back is facing your stomach. Have your nail trimmers ready. The reason you put her in this position is because cats tend to go backwards when scared.


Pick up your cat's first paw and clip the first nail. You can't see it but there is a smaller part in the nail which you want to make sure you don't cut. You won't unless you cut the nail too short. Clip not a lot but enough so your cat won't scratch.


Move on to the second paw then place your cat so part of her back is leaning on you. That way you can reach the back paws with out scaring her. clip the back paws and then your cat will probably run away feeling scared.











Tips


Your cat's nails need to be trimmed often.


Some cats are very scared. You may need to clip one foot and let her run away for a bit. Then come back to another foot about an hour or so later.











Warnings


Do not pressure your cat to stay on your lap. It will feel even more freaked out.





Things You'll Need


nail clippers (you can get ones that are made for cats)
No cause it might hurt them . Get dog clippers. But it's not a good idea to clip them .The reason why is that cat needs thier claws to clib trees and defend thier selfs from other cat's. But it's up to you.
no
If her nails are small and very thin if not maybe you should use a dogs nail clipper
yes, but most pet stores have toe nail clipper designed specifically for your pet so you are less likely to cut the kwick (blood vessel in the nail).
Yes. I do it all the time on my tabby. You just have to be careful not to cut too high up, where the pink part begins. I would also recommend that you do it when your cat is in a relaxed mood, otherwise, you're doomed. Just talk to him/her in a reassuring voice ';its ok. I'm just going to cut your nails really quickly. There. That didn't hurt, did it?'; Seems to work on my cat.
if you have never clipped your cats nails before, i would recommend taking the cat to the vet and having the vet show you how.





cat nail clippers are best cause they are curved a certain way, cats have nerves and blood vessels in their claws and if you clip to high up you could hurt them. so have your vet show you how.