my god people declawing a cat, claws are its only defence in this world. you can trim them and yes i have done that to my cats and it never affects them in anyway, just watch you don't hit the quick(pink skin in the claw). If you have problems doing the clipping use and old way i used. Place a little bit of butter/margerine on the back of your hand(one holding paw) and let the cat lick it clean, by the time it stops you'll have both front paws done..

Bryster glad you found another cat to replace the one you lost mate, its always hard trying to replace a loved pet you have had for years. I'm getting to the stage now where i need to think about having my dog put to sleep. She's 14 years old, she's got arthritise in the lower spine and looks like she's may have cancer as well.

I have opinions of my own -- strong opinions -- but I don't always agree with them.