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Why is my declawed cat scratching? Can claws grow back after declaw?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Female | spayed | 11 months and 30 days old | 15 lbs

Can a class claws grow back once declared cause I keep hearing scratching when she goes to scratch

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Answered By Jenny, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on November 27th, 2017

If it was done incorrectly, then yes they can. They Odten barely protrude from the nail bed and often grow circular under the skin and is very painful. They also get calluses on the tips of their pads. Your vet can check to see which is the cause

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