He recommends regular trims every two to four weeks for indoor cats. Long claws aren’t just uncomfortable for cats—they can damage furniture and accidentally scratch their humans.

Moreover, while human and canine nails grow continuously, cats shed the claw’s outer sheath, preventing the claws from getting too long. Q: I recently adopted Bentley, a 1-year-old toy poodle mix.

For cat owners concerned about scratching, soft claw caps like Soft Claws can offer a short-term solution. These vinyl coverings are glued onto trimmed nails and prevent damage to furniture and skin.