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My new kitten keeps scratching me. How can I dull his sharp claws?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 2 months and 16 days old

What’s the best for my kittens claws I just got him he is my first cat love the playful little guy but he keeps getting me with his claws

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Answered By Makenzie Kurth, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 29th, 2018

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Getting appropriate toys and scratching posts/mats can help tremendously is giving your little guy something GOOD to scratch. You can also use human nail clippers for a kitten this size to help blunt the tips. (Added bonus, he will tolerate it better when its time for the vet to examine his feet or trim his nails!) As he grows, you’ll have to graduate to a veterinary nail clipper. Best wishes to you and Oliver!

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