Soft Paw's FAQs?

1) What are Soft Paws™?
2) How are Soft Paws applied?
3) How long do they last and how often do they need to be reapplied?
4) What is contained in a kit?
5) Are Soft Paws safe and do they hurt the cat?
6) Can cats still extend and retract their claws with the Soft Paws?
7) Will Soft Paws interfere with my cat's normal scratching and stretching behavior?
8) Can I apply Soft Paws myself?
9) How do I know what size my cat needs?
10) What if I select the wrong size?
11) What about the different colors?
12) Can cats get infections from these like humans can get from acrylic nails?
13) Can Soft Paws be used on back claws?
14) Should Soft Paws only be used on indoor cats?
15) How can I order Soft Paws?
16) What if the FAQs above don't answer my question?

1) What are Soft Paws?

Soft Paws are an excellent alternative to declawing. They are easy to apply at home and cats and their owners love them. They are completely safe and humane and can be used on cats of all ages.

Soft Paws are vinyl nail caps that are glued on to your cat's existing nails. They look like a cat's nail, only hollow.

They are easy to apply and cats tolerate them extremely well.

2) How are Soft Paws applied?

Soft Paws are easy to apply. Simply fill the nail cap with the adhesive provided and slide it on over your cat's claw. The glue dries very fast.

3) How long do they last and how often do they need to be reapplied?

Once the nail caps are applied they remain in place for approximately 4-6 weeks. They will fall off with the natural growth of your cat's nails. We recommend that you check your cat's nails periodically because usually just one or two fall off at a time and these can be easily reapplied.

Each kit contains 40 nail caps and will last approximately 4-6 months per cat.

Note: While the vast majority of cats acclimate to the claw covers within minutes, some cats may require an adjustment period. Cat's fastidious natures sometimes causes them to groom the claw covers excessively at first. This may result in one or two falling off. No problem. Just check the claws daily at first and if one is missing, simply replace it with another from the package. Thus, the first package may not last as long as subsequent packages. Again, most cats do not even notice they are wearing them after the first 30 minutes.

A good tip is to feed your cat his or her favorite food after applying the Soft Paws. This serves as a good reward and also diverts their attention away from their new acquisition. Some people find it easier to apply the Soft Paws when their cats are sleepy.

4) What is contained in a kit?

Each kit contains everything needed for home application. Easy to follow application instructions, 40 nail caps, 2 tubes of glue and applicator tips.

Shipping and handling is $2.65. You can buy up to 3 packages for the $2.65 shipping and handling fee.

5) Are Soft Paws safe and do they hurt the cat?

Soft Paws are completely safe, painless and non-toxic. Even if they are swallowed, no problem will result. They just pass on through the digestive system. The glue is harmless as well.

6) Can cats still extend and retract their claws with the Soft Paws?

Absolutely. Soft Paws are designed not to interfere with the normal extension and retraction of claws.

7) Will Soft Paws interfere with my cat's normal scratching and stretching behavior?

No. Your cat can still stretch and make scratching motions but no damage will occur to your furniture because the claw is effectively covered and protected.

8) Can I apply Soft Paws myself?

Absolutely. Most people apply the nail caps themselves. Some enlist the help of a friend or family member. This is a good idea at first if you are not used to handling your cat alone.  If you can trim your cat's claws, you can apply the nail caps.

9) How do I know what size my cat needs?

Please visit our size chart. You can use this to determine what size your cat will use.

Soft Paws come in the following sizes: Kitten, small medium and large.

Most average size cats wear medium. If your cat is very small boned, choose the small size. Very large boned cats tend towards large. Kittens usually are big enough to wear Soft Paws by 12-16 weeks of age.

Note: If your cat is overweight, this does not necessarily mean it is a large cat. To determine claw size, examine your cat's paws.

10) What if I select the wrong size?

No problem. When you receive your package, first take one of the nail caps out and try it on your cat's claws without the glue. It should fit like a glove. If it is the wrong size you may send it back and we will exchange it for another size. Do not open the glue and make sure all components are present for return. Be sure to send it in a padded mailer so it remains in new condition.

11) What about the different colors?

Soft Paws come in the following colors: Clear, blue, purple, red and pink.

Kitten size is only available in clear.

12) Can cats get infections from these like humans can get from acrylic nails?

No. Cat's claws are completely different from human nails. Cats shed the outer sheaths of their claws periodically. You have probably seen this around their scratching post (or couch). The same happens when they are wearing Soft Paws. The nail cap comes off with the normal shedding of the outer nail sheath. This prevents the possibility of infection.

13) Can Soft Paws be used on back claws?

Yes. Although most people apply Soft Paws only to the front paws, they can be used on the back as well if desired.

14) Should Soft Paws only be used on indoor cats?

Yes. Soft Paws should only be used on indoor cats because they will blunt the cat's defenses. Cats who go outdoors should not wear Soft Paws.

15) What if the FAQs above don't answer my question?

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