About The paw project
The Paw Project: Ending the Cruel and Unnecessary Practice of Feline Declawing
The Paw Project is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to ending the cruel and unnecessary practice of feline declawing. Founded in 1999 by Dr. Jennifer Conrad, a veterinarian who was appalled by the widespread use of declawing as a routine procedure, The Paw Project has been working tirelessly to educate pet owners and veterinarians about the dangers and cruelty of this procedure.
Feline declawing involves amputating the last bone in each toe of a cat's paw. This painful procedure can cause long-term physical and psychological damage to cats, including chronic pain, arthritis, litter box avoidance, aggression, and depression. Despite these risks, many pet owners still choose to have their cats declawed for convenience or because they believe it will prevent scratching.
The Paw Project believes that there are humane alternatives to declawing that can protect both cats and their human companions from harm. These alternatives include providing appropriate scratching surfaces for cats, trimming their nails regularly, using soft paws nail caps or vinyl nail covers on their claws, or training them not to scratch furniture.
To achieve its mission of ending feline declawing once and for all, The Paw Project has launched several initiatives aimed at educating pet owners about this issue. These initiatives include:
1) Providing information on its website about why feline declawing is harmful and what alternatives exist.
2) Offering free educational materials such as brochures and posters that can be downloaded from its website.
3) Hosting public events such as screenings of its documentary film "The Paw Project" which highlights the dangers associated with feline declawing.
4) Advocating for legislation banning feline declawing in various states across America.
In addition to these initiatives aimed at educating pet owners about this issue directly; The Paw Project also works with veterinarians to encourage them to stop performing declawing procedures. The organization provides training and resources to help veterinarians learn about alternatives to declawing and how to educate their clients about these options.
The Paw Project has been successful in its mission so far, with several states already banning feline declawing. However, there is still much work to be done, as many pet owners are still unaware of the dangers associated with this procedure.
If you are a cat owner who wants to protect your furry friend from harm or a veterinarian who wants to learn more about humane alternatives to declawing, The Paw Project is here for you. Join us in our mission today and help us end the cruel and unnecessary practice of feline declawing once and for all!