Removing Aggressive Cats from Carriers
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 30 พ.ย. 2011
- Aunt Stacey demonstrates how to safely remove a very aggressive cat from the carrier. Harley, a Domestic Longhair, is displaying hyper-aggressive behavior including hissing, lunging, and loud vocalization. By the end of the video she's accepting petting before she receives a full groom and Lion Clip. Compassionate, thoughtful handling is always the purrfect approach with cats. Cats Rule!!
**** Aunt Stacey is opposed to declawing. Please check out www.pawproject.org for more information about the importance of ending the cruel practice of declawing. ****
Maybe if she hadn't been declawed, she'd be less scared at the vet. The poor thing remembers this place as the place where they hurt her badly.
Thanks for your comment. Declawed cats are undoubtedly more fearful when in threatening situations. Although this cat was not declawed at this particular veterinary clinic, you are probably correct that she holds deeply rooted negative associations with being handled by strangers in this type of environment. I incorporate gentle handling and soothing music to try to help her feel less stressed.
Declawing a cat often makes a cat even more aggressive
Yes, it does. It also causes many other physical and behavioral issues. Cats need their claws.
Declawing is cruel & should be against the law
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Yes. I agree.
I did see one exception on one channel. A young cat had been injured, and she could not retract her claws on one paw due to her injuries and partial paralysis on that one leg. Hence her claws were constantly getting caught on rugs.....causing her to thrash in her attempts to escape. This risked her ripping her claws out.
So he only remove the claws on that one paw so to help with her quality of life.
She was quite happy afterwards and the she no longer had constant “accidents” on carpeting and curtains.
There are always tiny exceptions to rules. He even showed footage of her getting caught. Pretty scary seeing her thrash like that. It’s was just that one paw, her other paw was fine, so she was happy.
In that case removal of the claws increase her quality of life and eliminated the risk of her ripping a claw out (ouchy😖).
The channel is called “Vet Ranch”.
I'd be pissed off too if I was declawed and shaved! WTF! Why do either one? MEEOOOW!
There are many reasons one may choose to have their cat clipped. A coat short can be very beneficial for some, not all, cats. Cats suffering from hairballs, matted coat, allergies, excessive auto-grooming, and more may experience tremendous relief post-clipping.
Umm declawed and shaved?? I wouldn't like that either. Like wtf is this world is coming to?
Poor baby. I had my girl groomed once and they cut her bad. Even with sedation, she fought hard because she was a spirited girl...and had no front claws because I did the unthinkable. I thought I had to because I had slashes on my arms, legs and stomach. I would happily bear those again for my next fur babies, I didn't realize just how inhumane declawing is to them, even though I asked the vet to educate me. What a beauty this baby is, god bless people like you that know how and care!
It's really adorable the way she meows, she sounds exactly like a baby
My heart goes out to her.
This cat's owner is horrible and should not be allowed to keep pets - declawing the cat and giving it a stupid shave.
I agree that declawing is horrible. I used to think it was awful to shave a cat. Through education and experience, I came to understand that there are many reasons why clipping the coat short can be very beneficial for some, not all, cats. Cats suffering from hairballs, matted coat, allergies, excessive auto-grooming, and more may experience tremendous relief post-clipping.
The poor cat, no wonder she's nervous she's in pain. Declawing is inhumane cats really suffer from it.. Please please with everyone who has a cat or planning to get one don't declaw them.
+MsTota77 Do you and the idiots who liked your comment know what it means to be inhumane ?
+Zainy Zayne declawing, is an operation to remove an animal's claws surgically by means of the amputation of all or part of the distal phalanges, or end bones, of the animal's toes
MsTota77 FUCK CATS I HOPE THEY EXTINCT
RODEO I hope you learn to use proper grammar and syntax.
Patchouli Colt U MAD BRO
Great job- I work at a feline only veterinarypractice and handle aggressive cats on a very regular basis for both grooming and veterinary visits- they can be a challenge but helping them to feel less threatened is a key ingredient to a successful visit!
And to the person saying she is promoting declawing because she is grooming a declawed cat... bug off! Is the cat just supposed to get horribly matted and live in pain because its owners chose to have it declawed?? Is a veterinary hospital supposed to turn away a critically ill cat because it has no claws for fear of promoting declawing? Perhaps the cat was a rescue and was already declawed... one of my cats came to me declawed and I get people shaming me all the time for it... apparently you believe I should have just left him in the woods where I found him to starve to death with no way to defend himself instead of having to deal with judgmental people like you who think you know it all. This person is advocating kind and gentle handling of cats who are scared- why turn it in to something ugly and judgmental??
Thank you so much for your kind words and insightful feedback.
Declawed... I'm getting sick now... Something is very wrong with these people...
When we choose to bring an animal into our home, we must accept them as they are - physically and behaviorally. I think many people who choose to declaw are not aware of how devastating it is for cats.
ave jgr I know right how will they protect themselves?
Yes, it's probably why she is like she is, her natural defences have been taken away not to mention the trauma of having it done.
AuntStaceysCats lol every cat I’ve ever owned has been declawed and they weren’t negatively impacted at all. They lived long happy lives and never acted or walked like they were in pain.
paul thomas Your experience isn’t universal. I’ve known of cats who straight up stopped using the litter box after being declawed because of how sensitive it made their feet.
Declawing is the anatomical equivalent of you having your fingertips and toes amputated at the first knuckle, except you don’t walk on your fingers, you have other means of defense, and you aren’t born with a natural, genetically ingrained necessity to scratch. It’s a completely unnecessary operation that’s not intended for the animal’s benefit. There is a list of known risks involved with the procedure, like infections, back pain, inappropriate elimination, behavioral issues, long term nerve damage, ect.
We’re talking about basically mutilating your animal’s feet for *your* own benefit and the possible harm to them.
This is a great video. Thanks for sharing your skills! My poor dear cat was declawed by her previous owners, and is very fractious as a result. We adore her, but she is a challenge. Her vet understands her completely and is amazing with her (Adobe Animal Hospital in Los Altos, CA).
+Lisa Douglass Thank you. I'm glad you enjoy my videos. And thank you for being such loving guardians for your cat. She's lucky to be with you now. I'm so happy to hear she has a kind, compassionate vet. That makes all the difference in the world.
I hope the day comes when it becomes illegal to declaw cats. It isn't just the CLAW which is removed - it's the entire first joint. Like amputating your toe joints so the nail won't grow.
Thanks for your comment. It is illegal in most developed countries. Here in the US, there is anti-declawing legislation being proposed in New York. More and more veterinarians are refusing to declaw. There is a positive movement gaining momentum to end this cruel practice. Check out the Paw Project www.pawproject.org
+AuntStaceysCats Unfortunately right now there is a lot more discussion and debate over the proposed minimum wage increases than there is about banning declawing (I live in upstate NY, a stone's throw from Albany, with my NON-declawed cat).
@@CrackedTroyster I mean I feel animal rights is important but to call fellow people looking to better their paltry living conditions "unfortunate" is pretty insane. Do you think poverty in new york of all expensive ass places to live is an unimportant issue? Perhaps you'd like to consider the children that suffer from low minimum wages. Or how certain low income families can't afford to adopt a rescue and take care of them with vet bills and so on to consider.
Very helpful video for a new vet assistant! I'm very comfortable with dogs of all temperaments, but aggressive cats are still make me quite a bit nervous. It's really inspiring to see how confidently you move around the cat in this video. I'll definitely be applying these techniques at work!
+HannahS Thank you. I'm so glad you found this video helpful. Hope your vet assistant job is going well. Cats are excellent readers of energy and confidence. I highly recommend Dr. Sophia Yin's work for excellent, low-stress handling techniques. You can find lots of information and educational resources on her website.
You are so kind and patient. Wonderful groomer. Poor kitty.
shes beautiful.
Wow, very nice.
I have a five month old rescue kitty that was three months ferrel when I got her. She was starving/dehydrated in the Utah desert when I found here.
The vet's nurse had to come to get her out of my RV for her first booster shot because she kept clawing to get back inside and wouldn't let go. She's a daddy's girl at home but very afraid of other people ot going outside. She's due for her second shot but I've been procrastinating because of our first vet visit.
I think I will get a top load soft carrier and just have faith in the next visit involving the vet's experience because it will be a different vet because we travel the country together lol.
Thanks much, I needed that amen...
Cat: Are you gonna take MY TEETH next????
I love how the cat looks directly at the camera and hisses
Poor Harley, she must be in so much pain being completely declawed and defenseless :'(
2:51 her little aggressive screams 😩
Declawed and sent to a groomer (which obviously stresses her out horribly) because her owner because her owner would rather stress the hell out of the cat than just brushing her at home...
Poor cat. Owned by people who shouldn't own cats. No wonder she's crabby.
And this is not meant to be a slight toward groomers - I'm sure that many animals react just fine to the process. But this poor kitty isn't adjusting to it at all. It's cruel of her owners to keep subjecting her to something she seems to hate.
Horrible. What sort of owner subjects their cat to declawing and experiences like this? Just cruel.
You are amazing Stacey. A cat handler after my own heart
The way she put that towel over her so quickly, I’m like woah there! 😐
My cats kinda in her evil stage now.we have 6 cats at my house and our oldest is a buthole.if i dont let her sleep on my bd or lay with me or lay on my computer she bites me.i actually have a question iv been wondering for awhile.one of my cats often will rub his head on my leg to pet him.if i ignore him he bites me really hard and idk why.i thought it was just him but now my other cat does it and it really hurts.why are they doing this.surley it cant be because i ignore them because iv done th
I am wondering why they want the cat shaved, does a cat with that short of hair get matted? Mine are about that long and they never get matted...OR is the hair that length from growing out and normally IS LONG haired and this is to keep her from getting long and matted?
Very well done!!
you're so amazing! very kind, gentle and soothing.
Thank you for watching and leaving such a sweet comment. I feel fortunate to be able to follow my passion working with amazing cats and their people. purrrs
Ive notice this is common in the USA, why???? is this done because they dont want their cat scratching up furniture and other items in a house. In Uk its illegal to have this procedure done on a cat so why is it not illegal in America???? I get so pissed off with owners and especially the veterinary practise who carry out this procedure out.
+edwards edwards Well, you guys can pat yourselves on the back all you want, but you have the wrong idea that letting cats outside to roam unsupervised is a good idea. My cat is NOT declawed, and she is also an indoor-only cat, kept safe from being run over by a car, attacked by other cats, dogs, and other animals, stolen by hoarders, and hurt or killed by people who get off on abusing animals in ways that make declawing look like nothing (being shot by guns/arrows, duct-taped or locked in carriers and thrown into rivers/lakes are some ways cats have been abused in my region in recent years). One local family has had TWO cats get shot with BB guns (the second one happened last summer, in the face no less), yet they STILL plan on allowing all 5 of their cats roam their neighborhood. What's that saying about not being able to fix stupid???
I hear if you want to adopt/buy a cat in the UK and state that you plan to keep it inside, you are turned down. There are ways to keep a cat happy, mentally stimulated and in good physical condition by replicating outdoor conditions in doors - plenty of playtime, cat trees, or shelves, and plenty of toys that are designed to get them to play-hunt.
+CrackedTroyster all what you said is true but it all depends where you live. All what you listed is not a problem for my two male cats, they are like two male lions, BEASTS.
Declawing is a lot less common here than it was 20 years ago. It's frowned upon by cat owners but not illegal and if you have the $$ you can find a vet to do it.
@@CrackedTroyster this is true, i tried to adopt but they refused indoor only, so i had to buy 2 and they only go out on the secured balcony which im planning on turning into a mini garden for them and on harnesses , declawing and shaving this cat seems very unnecessary xx
I'm so glad none of my cats act like this at a vet. Both of my kitties are so well behaved and their so patient with my vet.
That's wonderful to hear, Amanda. Sounds like you and your vet provide wonderful environments for your cats to thrive.
well the cat i got is declawed on all 4 paws is the sweetest cat i ever had.he is great and quiet unless hes hungry ar needs his litter box cleaned.
My Tasmanian Devil is impossible to get to the vet. Yowls, hisses, bites, and claws. He is a sweetheart at the vet. Have tried all tricks to get him into the carrier at home. He will have to be trapped in a live trap for feral cats. He can't go his entire life without seeing the vet or getting a claw trim (can't cut them myself, even after 3 years of trying to train him to accept it). I have had many cats, but this one is truly impossible. They prescribed gabapentin. Doesn't faze him.
Can i know how to bath an aggressive cat??
*Oh shit I never seen a cat like that before!! With those pretty color blocks!!! Wow I thought it was full black!!!*
Also, her owners getting her declawed is sick, it might be less punishing for groomers, but the poor thing, you should never declaw a cat, its cruel
Actually, handling and working with a declawed cat puts the groomer at a much higher risk of being bitten. Cat bites are typically far more damaging than scratches. When cats feel so defenseless and vulnerable, they have a much harder time. It takes even more patience and love to earn their trust. I am completely opposed to declawing.
You understand cats so well
No way I could do a job like that. Those angry cats would tick me off.
What a beautful kitty!
Those top loading carriers are a lifesaver. It’s much easier to load and unload Kitty’s.
people please clean your litter boxes everyday. All my friends with cats have the stinkiest apartments and houses. SO GROSS!!
if you jump to 2:51 its like a scene from Gremlins LOL
You were very patient and calm throughout which is excellent but the owners of that cat need to be educated. There are countless books, documentaries and articles out there so most people should know by now that declawing your cat will 100% make it prone to be aggressive as they feel extremely vulnerable and defenseless so they need to express this by screaming and hissing and biting. This is a major problem with pet owners who are ignorant on the devastating effects of declawing a cat. iI is an amputation that is very painful and debilitating with long term health consequences. I would hope that all animal health care practitioners and vets will discourage pet owners form declawing their animal friend. But most regrettably many folks are lured by the huge profits they make off of this inhumane practice.
You've got an angel's touch, wish you were here to handle my problem child.
That cat made noises I never heard a cat make lol
At what point should you start beating the cat to make her shut up?
Declawed😖what is wrong with owners Who do this😣
Oh Harley is such a beautiful kitty hi Harley hi sweetie what a beautiful cat you are
I work at a spay/neuter clinic, and the feral cats we get in there, you'd never be able to do this with.
poor widdle thing, but the groomer did all the right moves.
Thank you for your kind words. I hope the techniques demonstrated in the video will help others.
2:50 Cat: AHHH GET THAT OFF ME AHHHH MEEEEWWWOOOO LOL XD
I'd be hissing and making noises like him too (actually I'd look for the closest exit sign) if I were declawed and was to be shaved!!! Why??? Seriously why?
I didnt know it was such a bad thing to "dump" cats from the carrier. Unless youre not referring to tipping a carrier on a slant until the cats slide out. My vet does this.
Poor baby, i have a siberian cat and i CANT see my self ever doing that to him. I just trim his claws every week to keep them short but not too short as he still needs them to climb on his scratching post.
The most aggressive domesticated (non-feral) cats I have ever experienced were all de-clawed. They must feel so much more vulnerable to attack without their natural defenses and go to the bite attack. I had one de-clawed cat many many years ago because I let a family member bully me into it. Never again. My one current cat has destroyed expensive furniture despite all the scratching posts and toys. That is the price of ownership sometimes and I'm okay with that. :-)
Ty for the video :)
Thank you for watching and leaving a nice comment! :)
She's beautiful ❤️❤️
Lady: Your so pretty
Cat: oi, I'm not pretty, I'm a tough punk badass kitty, AND DON'T YOU FORGET IT...the 'p' word is a bit too girly for me.
Declawing is illegal in many countries, no surprise why. In human terms, it's like having the last phalanxes of your fingers removed. Imagine that being done on your toes too. Here, now u feel the pain of your cat, completely unable to do anything with its paws properly. The owner of this cat deserves nothing but a serious punishment for putting the cat in such a state.
I'm not sure if her current guardians chose to declaw her or if she was already declawed when they adopted her. Many declawed cats end up in shelters and with rescue groups due to behavior issues directly resulting from declawing. I agree it's cruel and inhumane to declaw cats. I look forward to a time when it is outlawed worldwide. In America, it's routine practice for many veterinarians to recommend declawing along with spaying and neutering. Sadly, many cat guardians don't realize what's actually involved. It's despicable.
declawing a cat makes it more aggressive and vicious than a cat with all its claws! instead of batting a person with its paws as a warning (even with the claws extended, which is still less painful than a bite from the mouth), a declawed cat would lose all its warning mechanisms and automatically bite their threat. a declawed cat would also bite harder than a normal cat, too. declawing a cat is like cutting all your fingers off of your hand and leaving you defenseless with just your palms. try living life like that! declawing cats forces them to be indoor cats (which is unnatural to their nature) and leaves them unable to use the litterbox because the litter stings their declawed scars on their paws. declaw your cat and have problems with feces all over your house.
+susanna lung ITA. My grandparent's cat was declawed before it "adopted" them as a stray, and he was always very "don't touch me" and rather defensive. I remember he didn't like it when you pet him down his back. Possible arthritis from having his stance and posture altered, maybe?
CrackedTroyster That sounds reasonable. Most animals put most of their pressure on the front part of their foot. Declawing forces cats to apply pressure on their heels, which is not made for that. That would affect the spine, too.
I love you,you’re so sweet with her
holy fuck that cat is scary
Really a bretty little cutie, I love cats ; )
DO NOT DECLAW MY FRIENDS 😾
2:50 nooooOOOOOOOOO!!!!!
I would be pissed too if I had to get a haircut like that
poor baby is declawed :( i heard that htat's a terrible state to be and very unnatural...
It's awful and can cause a myriad of physical and behavioral problems. Cats are meant to have claws.
The noises she was making kinda sounded funny and i know that's disrespectful because she was nervous and scared but still my dad has a cat who acts just like that so I can relate to it and i found it funny for some reason
Good
declawing is sick
Omgggg so cute
Um why did you shave the cat
There are many reasons one may choose to have their cat clipped. A coat short can be very beneficial for some, not all, cats. Cats suffering from hairballs, matted coat, allergies, excessive auto-grooming, and more may experience tremendous relief post-clipping.
Declawing is cruelty to cats. Any cat owner who does this is not a true cat owner.
Poor baby.
I newer seen so angry cat!
2:50 Drown the crys
Wait, hold up..
I thought you said "grooming"
Like a bit of a haircut or something.
But what I'm seeing is the cat got shaved.. 😔
you call that aggressive? she's just like my cat on a good day
That's funny! Sounds like a jokes punchline! MEEOOW!
she looks like my cat I lost. but there are alot of identical black cats in the world.
I'm sorry you lost your cat. :(
I'd never declaw my kitty cat.
Ok, I was going to like this video for your professional behaviour with this beautiful cat, until I saw the very last frames with pictures of the fur being completed shaved off from the cat! Why? Doesn't this cat feel bad now and uncomfortable? - just asking
This odds so stressful for the cat, they really should just let her be. Stress kills.
cool. just like all ur other vids :)
A woman like you who cares enough about cats to provide such excellent instructional videos would more than likely be a great wife!
DE CLAWED..!!!!???? HELL NO 👎 POOR BABY.
Okay I understand the cat and why it is acting that way I used to have one that was the sweetest thing in the world with me but going to the vets or anything she was like the cat from Hell. But this cat's hair is not very long - why do her owners have her shaved and put her through all this?????
Great question. Thank you for asking. Harley, the cat featured in this video, suffers from hairballs. Although many cat guardians think this is normal behavior, it's actually indicative of a serious medical issue. By keeping her coat clipped every 3-4 months, she is much healthier and happier.
AuntStaceysCats Oh okay then I understand the health issue of that then.
I would be so scared if I were you 😱
My cat has to go to the vet in a few minutes ;( poor baby. She isn't declawed. She's happy otherwise but she has abdominal pain at the moment.
I hope your cat feels better. Glad she has all her claws. :)
Declawing is disgusting
Poor little cat
why on earth wouldn't you groom a cat yourself if she finds it so stressful - no matter who the groomer is! As for declawing - i'm speechless at such cruelty.
Kein Wunder. Das Tier ist eingesperrt. Kein Wunder das sie Aggro reagiert
The a.c.m.e box
Declawing needs to be illegal
Declawing cats is illegal in the U.K. Why is it still allowed in the USA??!!
Good girl Harvey?
its called a lion cut, its so a long hair cat dont roast in the heat during the summer, but I still feel bad taking away the kittys dignaty like that like you give a defeated enemy a funny haircut tar and feather them and parade them down the street naked or something in the old days, like a cat is majestic with all its coat and you cut all of it off save for a puff on the tail feet and head and you shear away all its might in its hair like the story of sampson in the bible.
i tink she needs some maners and bey nice and i am tonking about the cat
Claws are a cats defense weapon against predators ,owners are cruel
Declawing cats is just terrible. Of course she's scared shitless. If you care about your furniture that much, DON"T GET A CAT!
ppl are so rude when in the social media
cant u all just explain without saying bad words? It sounds like nt educated at all
those owners are selfish and cruel for declawing that cat. I understand that sometimes shaving a cat is necessary, especially in desert climates, and with a black cat like harley her black fur would only trap heat