Do Scratching Posts Sharpen Or Dull A Cat’s Nails?
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Do Scratching Posts Sharpen Or Dull A Cat’s Nails?
While a scratching post won’t sharpen nails the way we would sharpen a knife, using a scratching post removes the outer layer of a cat’s claw.
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Basic Anatomy Of A Cat’s Claw
Cat’s claw grows directly off the bone and forms a three-dimensional shape which is the secret to sharper claws since it allows a cat’s nail to grow in layers.
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So How Do Scratching Posts Protect Furniture?
When claws are too long, cats will have trouble retracting them and get their claws stuck on furniture or carpet just by walking.
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Do Cats Scratch Only To Sharpen Their Claws?
When cats scratch, they visibly mark their territory with their claws and leave their scent, giving them a chance to get a full-body stretch.
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